Collection: Snoozing Winter Bear
Spur a discussion on wintertime animals with this cave or burrow project. Then discuss what hibernation means and which animals (such as bears, hedgehogs, badgers, or mice) hibernate.
Materials:
- Westcott 5” Kids scissors
- paper lunch bag
- paper scraps
- markers or crayons
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Step 1
Lay the paper bag on your desk so that the folded bottom is facing up. Cut the bag off about an inch below the folded bottom.
Step 2
Unfold the bag and cut a U-shaped opening on one side.
Step 3
To shape the cave or burrow, place the bag so that one side rests flat on the table and the side with the U-shaped opening rests at an angle.
Step 4
Create and cut out plants and animals to decorate the scene.
Adult supervision is recommended when children use scissors.
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