Description
Engage children in a fun and educational craft by making DIY Twirling Ladybugs that twist and twirl, offering both enjoyment and a sense of accomplishment.
Ingredients
- Red and black construction paper
- Googly eyes
- Scissors
- Glue stick or craft glue
- Pipe cleaners (preferably black)
- Wooden skewers or straws
- Circular template (like a cup or lid) for tracing
- Markers or crayons (optional)
Instructions
- Use your circular template to trace and cut out two circles from red construction paper.
- Cut out small black circles for the ladybug’s spots.
- Glue the black spots onto one of the red circles. Allow to dry for a moment.
- Take the second red circle and attach googly eyes using a dab of glue. This will be the top side of the ladybug.
- Take your wooden skewer or straw and insert it vertically at the center of the ladybug’s body. Use tape to secure it in place if needed.
- Cut two small segments of pipe cleaner, bending them slightly to form antennae. Insert the ends into the top of the skewer or straw, letting them jut out for a whimsical touch.
- Pinch the skewer or straw and watch your ladybug twirl smoothly!
Notes
Encourage kids to customize their ladybugs with different colors and designs. Store completed ladybugs in a safe place to prevent damage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: Not Applicable
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ladybug
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg