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WEB CELERY STAMP FISH CRAFT

Hands-On Fun with Celery

Engage your little ones in a delightful and educational activity with our WEB CELERY STAMP FISH CRAFT! This simple yet imaginative craft will spark their creativity and provide an excellent opportunity for hands-on learning.

Materials Needed:

• Celery stalks
• Paint (various colors)
• Paper
• Scissors
• Googly eyes (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Celery Stamp Preparation

Cut celery stalks into small, bite-sized pieces. These will serve as your fish stamps.

Step 2: Painting the Celery Stamps

Dip the celery pieces into the paint. Encourage your kids to experiment with different colors for their fish.

Step 3: Stamping the Fish

Guide the kids to stamp the painted celery pieces onto paper. This will create the fish shapes.

Step 4: Adding Details (Optional)

If desired, use scissors to cut out fins and tails from colored paper and glue them to the fish stamps.

Stick googly eyes on the fish for an extra touch of whimsy.

Step 5: Creating the Underwater Scene

Encourage the kids to draw seaweed, bubbles, or other ocean elements around the stamped fish to create a vibrant underwater scene.

Benefits of this Craft:

• Fine Motor Skills: Stamping and cutting help develop coordination and dexterity.
• Creativity and Imagination: The open-ended nature of this craft allows for endless creative possibilities.
• Sensory Exploration: The different textures of celery and paint provide a rich sensory experience.
• Learning about Nature: Discussing the underwater theme and the role of fish in the ecosystem is an excellent opportunity for educational enrichment.