CREATION STATION: MAKE A PET LADYBUG

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Your kids will love creating their own paper pet ladybug – think of it as a (very) low-maintenance pet! Made from basic craft supplies that you might even have on hand, this project is simple and fun.

Materials

• Ladybug template (optional) or red construction paper and a black marker to create the spots
• Scissors
• Two black pipe cleaners
• Six black pony beads
• Glue or tape

Directions

• Cut two pipe cleaners in half. Twist three of the pieces together at the middle to create your ladybug’s legs. Thread a bead onto each of the six legs.
• Check to make sure your bug will fit comfortably within the center space, leaving about half an inch before the beads.
• Bend the piper cleaner just beyond the bead to create little feet. Snip off excess pipe cleaner.
• Glue or tape your printed (or homemade) paper ladybug body onto your finished legs.