The key to successfully using padlocks as loose parts is simple: don’t lose the combinations or keys. Kids can still mess around with them if they can’t be unlocked, but they’re a much looser loose part when they can be opened and closed. Make sure to write done combinations for keyless locks someplace where you’ll be able to find them. For keyed locks, I recommend a large, brightly colored keychain. If you have multiple free-range keyed locks, you can put all keys on the same chain or give them each one its own. There are advantages to each option. All on one keychain is convenient. Separate chains mean more loose parts.

Padlocks

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