The Pipe Cleaner Reef Rescue

The Pipe Cleaner Reef Rescue

Steps:

  • Turn the egg carton upside down on the table.
  • Use markers to color each bump of the carton a different color.
  • Use the tip of your scissors to poke a small hole in the top of each bump.
  • Pick up a pipe cleaner and push it into one of the holes.
  • Bend the pipe cleaner so it looks like wavy seaweed.
  • Pick up a bead and slide it onto the pipe cleaner seaweed.
  • Repeat this for all the holes until your reef is full of color!

Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is required when using scissors. These should only be used to poke the holes. Beads are a choking hazard; keep them away from younger children and pets.

The Yarn Star Weaver

The Yarn Star Weaver

Steps:

  • Glue two craft sticks together in the shape of a cross.
  • Wait for the glue to dry so the sticks are sturdy.
  • Tie the end of your yarn to the center of the cross.
  • Wrap the yarn once around one stick, then move to the next.
  • Continue this wrapping pattern until the star reaches your desired size.
  • Use scissors to cut the yarn and tie a final knot to finish.

Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is recommended while using scissors and glue. Ensure the craft sticks are smooth to prevent any small splinters.

The Royal Cardboard Cuff

The Royal Cardboard Cuff

Steps:

  • Help your child use scissors to cut a paper roll into three wide rings.
  • Use the hole puncher to make several holes around the edge of one ring.
  • Let your child decorate the cardboard rings with colorful markers.
  • Tie one end of the yarn to a hole on the ring.
  • Ask your child to thread the yarn through the other holes, adding beads as they go.
  • Tie a knot at the end to secure the royal cuff.

Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is required when using scissors. Small beads are a choking hazard; keep them away from children who still put items in their mouths.

The Noodle Button Tunnel

The Noodle Button Tunnel

Steps:

  • Cut a piece of yarn about three feet long using your scissors.
  • Tie one end of the yarn to a sturdy chair leg.
  • Thread the other end through the center of a pool noodle.
  • Place your buttons in the aluminium foil pan at the start.
  • Hold the loose end of the yarn tight so it stays straight.
  • Ask your child to slide a button onto the yarn.
  • They must push it all the way through the pool noodle tunnel.
  • Have them drop the buttons into different baking cups at the finish line!

Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is required. Small buttons are a choking hazard. Keep all small materials away from children who still place objects in their mouths.

The Hanger Puppet Parade

The Hanger Puppet Parade

Steps:

  • Draw three colorful characters on construction paper using your markers.
  • Carefully cut out each character using your scissors.
  • Cut three pieces of yarn, each about five inches long.
  • Tie one piece of yarn to the top of each paper character.
  • Hold the hanger steady with your non-dominant hand.
  • Pinch a clothespin to clip the yarn to the bottom bar of the hanger.
  • Hold the hanger’s hook and move it slowly from left to right.
  • See your puppets parade through the air!

Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is required when using scissors and yarn to ensure safety.