When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, Nor will the flame burn you. –Isaiah 43:2
August is the perfect time of year for a fun, beach-themed craft! And who doesn’t love an adorable little octopus? I saw this online last summer and knew my kids would love it. With googly eyes and sweet hand-print cutouts, it’s a cute and easy way to celebrate the end of the summer season.
Here’s what you’ll need:
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- Assorted colors of cardstock paper (construction paper will work but it’s just not as sturdy)
- Glue
- Scissors
- Markers
- Googly eyes (or draw your own)
Getting Started:
Either free-hand or tracing a small bowl, make your octopus head. Next, trace your kid’s hands, leaving out the thumb. Cut them all out and arrange them.
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Next, glue the legs behind the head so that the pinky fingers are on the outside.
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Draw (or have your kids draw) the mouth, little dots on the head, cheeks, and little tentacles.
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Place the googly eyes.
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For extra detail, you can glue your octopus onto another sheet of paper so your kids can decorate an under-the-sea scene for the octopus. Or, use beach-themed stickers if you have them!
Enjoy these last weeks of summer as you savor the sunny days, beach time, and picnics. Hopefully these little googly-eyed guys brighten up your day and make craft time a splash for your kids!
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