Wacky Wind Monsters: Fun DIY Activity for Kids

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Step 1

Create an Eyeball: Draw an eyeball on your white paper using pens or crayons. Colour it in and cut it out.

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Place the Eye: Glue your eyeball into the centre of the coloured card.

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Make a Mouth: Draw fangs on your white paper and cut them out. Draw a mouth underneath the eyeball on your coloured card and glue the fangs inside it.

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Prepare the Hair: Cut crepe paper into strips.

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Attach the Streamers: Glue the strips of crepe paper to the bottom of your coloured card, so they hang down.

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Form the Monster: Roll your cardboard into a cylinder shape, with the face of your monster facing out. Tape the two sides of the cardboard together.

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Add a Hanger: Cut your string about 10 inches long and tape it to the top, inside of your cylinder.

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Ready for Wind: Your Whimsical Wind Whirler is now ready. Hang it up in a tree and watch it dance in the wind!

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FAQ

What kind of faces can I make for my Wind Whirler?
You can make it scary, funny, surprised, or sleepy – let your imagination run wild!
What if I don't have crepe paper?
You can use yarn, ribbon, or cut strips from a different colour of paper.
Can I make a family of Wind Whirlers?
Absolutely! Create different sizes and colours for a whole monster family.
Where else can I hang my Wind Whirler besides a tree?
You can hang it on a porch, in a window, or any place where the wind will catch it and make it dance.