Paper Speakers

Turn paper into sound and bring science to life

In this hands on workshop, students will build their own working paper speaker using simple materials like paper, magnets, and wire. By connecting their speaker to an audio source, they’ll see how electrical signals can be transformed into vibrations that produce sound.

As they build and experiment, students will explore how electromagnets work, how speakers create movement, and how design choices impact volume and sound quality. They’ll test, tweak, and improve their designs to get the best performance from their device.

This workshop blends physics, electronics, and creative problem solving into an engaging experience for homeschool learners.

Learning Outcomes

• Science and physics
  Understand how sound is created through vibrations and how electromagnets work

• Electronics fundamentals
  Explore how electrical signals can be converted into movement and sound

• Problem solving and iteration
  Test speaker performance and refine designs for better sound output

• Design and creativity
  Experiment with different builds to improve clarity and volume