Summer Paper Craft

Hey readers,

Turn old scrap paper in your home into a colourful piece of art!

You’ll need:

• Paper (construction paper or recycled)
• Scissors
• Markers
• Glue

What to do:

1. Find a large piece of paper for your background.
2. Cut out smaller pieces of paper. Glue them onto your background to create your favourite insect.
3. Add details to your artwork using markers.
4. Show your masterpiece to your family and friends!

Have fun!

Jenna, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Craft: Streamer Rainbows

Hey readers,

Check out this awesome rainbow craft you can make at home!

You can also find the craft here.

You’ll need:

• Cotton balls
• Paper plates
• Glue
• Colourful Streamers
• Ribbon

What to do: 

• Fold your paper plate in half and cut along the crease (be careful when using scissors – ask an adult for help!)
• Take some cotton balls and shred them (or keep them the same)
• Glue them to the paper plate
• Cut the streamers however long you want and glue them to the middle part (where you folded the plate)
• On the back, glue the ribbon in a loop shape if you want to hang your craft

Have fun and enjoy!

-Mariam, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Recipe: Frozen Hot Chocolate

Hey readers,

Cool off this weekend with a frozen hot chocolate! Check out the video below to learn how to make this chilly treat.

Enjoy!

-Jenna, chirpblog@owlkids.com 

Craft: Memory Box

Hey readers,

Make memories count with this super easy Memory Box Recipe!

You’ll need:

• Small box with a lid
• Thick paper (construction paper)
• Treasures and memories from summers past and present!

What to do:

1. Cut a long strip of paper the same width as the box.
2. Fold the paper accordion-style (or in a zig-zag).
3. Glue or tape all your small summer treasures to the paper.
4. Fold the paper and put the lid on the box for safekeeping!

Have fun!

Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com

Craft: Cool Kicks!

Hey readers,

Kick off your summer with some cool new kicks!

You’ll need:

• Old pair of shoes (construction paper or recycled)
• Glue
• Decorations of your choice (glitter, markers, fabric paint, or even small toys!)

What to do:

1. Take your old pair of shoes and colour or decorate them however you’d like!
2. You can take old shoelaces and wrap colourful duct tape around them to add a pop of colour.
3. Show your masterpiece to your family and friends!

Have fun!

Mariam, chickadeeblog@owlkids.com