1. The Car Caddy
Caeden W. 7 PA

2. Things to think about as you complete your submission…..
Describe the problem you want to solve. The real world-problem may be one that all the people in your neighborhood face, something that all your friends complain about, or an issue you talk about where you live. It could also be about a bigger, global problem that affects many people.
Your entry must describe how you help solve the problem by inventing something new.
Make a list of possible ways to solve this problem.
How have people tried to solve this problem in the past?
Think of how you can improve on other solutions.
Draw pictures and diagrams to show your invention and how it might work.
Include video, photos and text of the steps you take in building your prototype or model.
Show your model to friends and hear what they say. Write down their suggestions.
Perform some experiments to find out how well you prototype works. Write down the results of each test.
Adjust your prototype or model based on the suggestions of your friends or findings of your experiments.
Give your invention a name and explain why people should buy it.
Take time to make your presentation impressive. Use diagrams, video, voice, and photos. You may include multiple slides for each step of the invention process.

3. Have a great idea for an invention (required step)
My idea is called the Car Caddy. The Car Caddy is for kids when they get bored in the car. It has two cup holders, a crayon holder, a compartment for paper and coloring books, and also two lap desks. It is a great way to keep kids busy and entertained while on a road trip.

4. Investigate inventions and ideas of the past
(required step)
I searched the Internet to see if there were any similar inventions. I could not find any like mine.

5. Draw pictures and diagrams to show your invention and how it might work. (required step)

6. Build your prototype or model of your invention.

7. Test your invention.
My sister and I tested my invention and it was a success. It was cool and worked well.

8. Keep improving your invention.
I used blue paper to cover my Car Caddy. This made it look better.

9. Market your invention to people who might buy it. (required step)
I would market my invention by selling it at Toys R Us. I would sell it for $50. I know that it would sell because it is a fun way for kids to stay entertained while driving in the car.