DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup
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diy lock box size: how do i choose?

That depends on what you plan on putting in it. It needs to have a hinged lid in order for it to work.

Ask for donations of a shoe box with a hinged lid similar to this one. These are perfect if you have a small budget to work with.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

Small pencil boxes are great for candy, stickers, or ticket.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

I like to use these A4 file boxes for my lock boxes. My “I escaped” coloring sheets fit perfectly in them.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

locks for a diy lock box

These 4-letter word locks are my favorite. My escape games have a code word students must discover in order to “escape.”

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

For number codes, try these combination locks.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

How to make the box lockable

STEP 1:

Drill holes near where the lid opens. Drill straight through from top to bottom as shown in the picture.

Do this again about 2 inches over.

You’ll have two holes on the top and two on the bottom that are lined up.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

STEP 2:

Insert a zip tie through the top two holes, leaving it loose and moveable.

Repeat this step for the bottom.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup
DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

STEP 3:

Close the box, pull the two zip ties together and attach the lock. Students unlock and remove the lock to open the box.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

Take a look at these escape room games that are perfect for the classroom OR family literacy night.

DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup
DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup

Read more about these escape rooms HERE and HERE.

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DIY Lock Box for Classroom Escape Games: 3 Simple Steps for Effortless Setup