It’s almost back to school, so this week we are doing a fun surprise take-n-make. Each kit has a sensory activity inside! But it is a surprise!!!
Sensory Activity Grab Bag
Spinners
For this craft you will need a scissor, glue, markers, white paper, cardboard, string, and something sharp to poke a hole.
First, either print the template below, or trace something round to create two circles on the white paper and one on the cardboard. Decorate the white circles. Then cut all of the circles out. Glue a decorated circle on each side of the cardboard, so the designs are showing on either side. Then, poke two small holes in the middle of the spinner. Run your string through the holes and tie the ends in a knot. This means that the string creates a loop and it runs through the holes of the spinner. (see picture).
To use the spinner, take a piece of rope in each hand with the circle in the middle and go in circles to get the rope twisted. Pull-relax-pull-relax on the string to watch the spinner twirl.
Paint Blot Creatures
This craft is a messy one but lots of fun. Be sure to have some newspaper down for a workspace or do it outside. All you will need beyond that is a black marker or pen, some cardstock or watercolor paper, and paint.
Fold your paper in half and open it back up. Add small drips of paint in a couple of different colors around the paper until you like how they are arranged. Once you are satisfied with the placement, fold the paper in half again along the crease already made. Rub on the outside of the paper to spread the paint around. Open it back up and observe your design. Do you see a creature or two in the different colors and shapes? Let your painting dry completely. Then, go back in with your marker or pen and outline your creatures! Add in any details you would like. This is a fun project to spark the imagination, and is fun for all ages!!
Bees
For this craft, you will need a black piece of paper, yellow yarn, white paper, google-eyes (or just draw your own), glue, a scissor, and crayons (if you would like to add more details).
Trace a round object on your black paper to create a circle and cut it out. Cut three marks on either side of the circle, only cutting in a little bit. Take your string and wrap it around the body of the bee to make its stripes. You can tie it off on the back or just tuck it in. Then glue on the google-eyes. Next, take the white paper and cut out two wings. You can color them however you wish. Glue them on the back of your bee.
Sea Otter Craft
You will need the printout below (or white paper and a marker to draw your own), a scissor, glue, and crayons. Print out the sea otter parts provided or draw your own. Color them and cut them out. Glue them onto your paper bag to make a puppet!
Egg Carton Bunnies
For this craft you will need an egg carton, markers, white tissue paper, white paper, a scissor, and liquid glue.
First, cut out a cup from the egg carton. Then take your tissue paper and cover the egg carton, tucking the extras up underneath. Then draw on the face of the bunny. Next, cut out two ears and decorate those, gluing them on the back. Let dry.
Chalk Art- Fireworks
You will need a few pieces of chalk in different colors and a black piece of paper. Draw out your fireworks in different shapes. You can blend with your fingers or a paper towel, or leave as is. Experiment with the chalk!
Ice Sensory Play
For this craft we included various textured objects to include in an ice sensory play experience. You can use the red cup to freeze your objects if you would like, or find other sized containers to use. All you will need is water, food coloring (not required, but a fun addition), utensils to dig with, and a freezer!
Place your objects how you wish in the container you are freezing them in. Then add water (and food coloring, if using) and freeze. When they are frozen, take the ice outside and play! You can dig out objects, watch them melt, speed things up with warm water, etc. The whole point is to experiment and explore.
Rock Buddies
This week we are making these adorable rock buddies! All you will need is a rock, yarn, two googly eyes, some liquid glue, felt, and a scissor.
You can also decorate your rock with some markers or paint if you’d like, and can just draw on the eyes and nose.
Cut up your yarn into little pieces to make the hair. Then glue them onto the rock where you want them. Next glue on the two googly eyes and cut a nose out of felt. You can also use the felt to cut other shapes and glue on. Let your rock dry!!
Clothespin Monsters!!
All you will need for this craft is a scissor, pipe cleaner, clothespin, embroidery thread, googly eyes, and liquid glue!!
Decide what you want the monster to look like and wrap the pipe cleaners where you need their arms and ears to be, make sure to leave them long enough so you can fold them over at the ends to their hands aren’t sharp.
Open your peg and close it on the end of your thread so it is stuck in place and start wrapping.
If you want to change colors, just cut your thread and tie the new color on, then keep wrapping.
To finish off, tie the thread neatly and put a blob of craft glue to help the knot stick to the peg.
Add some eyes with the glue and you are all set!
