Kick off the season of outdoor fun and art adventures with this creative outdoor art experience. Children will enjoy using their imaginations to bring these shelled creatures to life. The colorful, upcycled, whimsical eco snails are sure to be a summertime favorite!
Download our FREE printable below!
Required Materials:
- Recycled Egg Carton
- Kwik Stix
- Air Dry Clay
- Wiggly Eyes
1Cut
Cut out one section of a recycled styrofoam egg carton.
2Decorate
Have children use Kwik Stix to decorate the snails shell in whatever colors, patterns, or design they choose.
3Craft
Give children a portion of air dry clay to roll, form, and shape into the body of the snail.
4Assemble
Ask children to place two wiggly eyes on the snail. Lastly, place the decorated shell on the snail's body and allow children to delight in their creation!
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