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Paper Bag Cactus Craft For Kids

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
This paper bag cactus is a fun craft to make when learning about the desert or for Cinco de Mayo!
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Author: Sam T
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Materials

  • Brown paper bag
  • Colored cardstock
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Dark green marker
  • Cactus template

Instructions

  • Download the cactus template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  • Glue the cactus top to the flap of the brown paper bag, then glue the body on the main portion of the bag.
  • Use the green marker to draw the lines and spines of the cactus on the head and body.
  • Position the eyes towards the top of the cactus head and glue them in place.
  • Glue either the mustache or the assembled mouth right below the eyes.
  • Glue the big flower to the top, middle of the cactus head.
  • Draw the lines and spines on the arms of the cactus, then glue the smaller flowers on the top of each arm.
  • Place the arms, one on each side, in the middle of the paper bag (not the back) and glue in place.