Kids Craft – Summer Seashell Koalas

Cute, adorable Koalas aren’t really bears but are just as beautiful, if not more. They hang around trees in Australia eating leaves. In fact, Koalas spend most of their lives on trees and only descend to the ground when necessary. They are small and fuzzy and look like they would make great pets.  Kids adore them for their puny size and cartoon-like features. If your children love Koalas, they will enjoy making this craft. You can get most of the supplies at the seashore or buy them at a craft store. This kids craft will keep your young ones busy when they are away from school.

Kids Craft – Summer Seashell Koalas

Your kids will enjoy making these!

Image via: Martha Stewart

Materials:

Clam shells of different sizes and colors (preferably black and white)

Long razor clams (optional)

Small cowries (optional)

White glue

A wood or plastic base (or anything else that can support the weight of your shells)

Googly eyes or black beads

Polymer clay

Instructions

1. Using the clam shells, try out different combinations to create animal shapes. Use the polymer clay instead of glue as it is slightly sticky and pliable.
2. After you are satisfied with the shape, use the glue to attach the nose and ears. Choose a darker color for the nose so it is easily visible. For the ears, pick two similar clam shells.
3. Attach the googly eyes or black beads with glue. Place the craft on top of the base to dry.
4. To make trees for your koalas, attach the small cowries to the long razor clams.
5. After the glue dries, affix the legs. Leave the craft to dry then place it in your kid’s room.

Customize your Koala

Image via: Sorelly Henao

Summer is the best time to go swimming and see beautiful sea creatures. However, sea creatures are very shy and you should count yourself lucky if you see one with your bare eyes. If your kids love sea creatures or Koalas, try making this craft with them. It depicts the beautiful creatures but is made from sea objects. What’s more, you can make the craft any time of year since seashells are sold in craft stores.

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