Prepare the Cardboard for the Pressure Plate
Add the Wires
Build your Circuit
Test your Pressure Plate!
Press down onto the cardboard to make the two aluminum foil sides make contact and complete your circuit! The LED should light up when you press down.
Ghost: Create the Shape
Finish your Ghost!
Suspend the Ghost
Connect the Ghost to the Pressure Plate
Test your Booby Trap!
Please Note
Your safety is your own responsibility, including proper use of equipment and safety gear, and determining whether you have adequate skill and experience. Power tools, electricity, and other resources used for these projects are dangerous, unless used properly and with adequate precautions, including safety gear and adult supervision. Some illustrative photos do not depict safety precautions or equipment, in order to show the project steps more clearly. Use of the instructions and suggestions found in Maker Camp is at your own risk. Maker Media, Inc., disclaims all responsibility for any resulting damage, injury, or expense.