Contest Ended 9/22

That's A Wrap!

Wow! You ALL Are Geniuses!

We’re thoroughly reviewing all of your submissions and will be announcing our five winners on October 31st! There are some truly amazing designs to consider and we can't wait to share more!!! Follow along with us on Instagram @itschompshop for updates (and to help us with any tiebreakers if it comes to that!) 😉

How We're Judging Your Invention

Each submission will be scored on a 25-point scale, judged by our team of cardboard enthusiasts and product designers. If there's a tie, we’ll post finalists on Instagram (@itschompshop) and let our community decide the winner with a poll!

Category 1: Creativity & Originality

Did you bring a unique idea or unexpected twist to your prompt?

Younger kids (5-10):
Wild, inventive thinking is encouraged, even if it's rough!

Older kids (11+):
We're looking for inventions that feel like an original idea!

Category 2: Use of Cardboard & Materials

Did you make smart use of cardboard and supplies like tape, markers, string? Did you use recycled or household materials?

Younger kids (5-10):
Simple but clever use of cardboard is great!

Older kids (11+):
More advanced techniques (folding, scoring, reinforcement) are encouraged

Category 3: Functionality or Interactivity

Does it move, open, launch something, play music?

Younger kids (5-10):
Wiggling or opening counts!

Older kids (11+):
Bonus for working mechanisms and moving parts

Category 4: Presentation & Storytelling

Did you explain your idea? Name it? Share a story?

All Ages: Help us understand your idea in your video with clear, creative storytelling

Category 5: Effort & Execution

Did you put time into your invention? Is the design thoughtful? Maybe you added decorations!

Younger kids (5-10):
Neatness isn’t everything—effort matters more!

Older kids (11+):
Clean construction, complexity, and thoughtfulness will stand out!