Ocean Books and Crafts

Description

Studying the ocean? Here is an activity perfect for adding a creative element to your ocean unit. Create an ocean scene with tissue, waxed paper and water colors.

Materials

2 sheets of waxed paper
Colored tissue cut into shapes for stars, ocean animals
Blue water color paint
Construction paper strips
Hole Punch and Yarn to Hang
Iron
Dishcloth (rag)

Steps

Cut two pieces of waxed paper.
Lay one piece on flat surface and paint with blue water color.
Lay your tissue pieces onto the waxed paper.
Lay the second piece of waxed paper on top.
Dab excess water with a paper towel. Let dry.
(Adult step) Put iron on low heat and lay dish towel on top of waxed paper. Iron until sheets of waxed paper stick together.
Fold a strip of construction paper lengthwise and staple the strip on the top and bottom to form a frame.
Punch two holes in the top strip and tie a piece of ribbon or yarn through the holes so you can hang your project.