Hairpin Reindeer

crayola supplies

Super Tips Washable Markers
Washable Kid's Paint
No-Run School Glue
Blunt-Tip Scissors

household supplies

recycled newspaper
hairpins
ribbon
chenille sticks
container(s) of water
recycled plastic container with lid

Why

Is that Rudolph prancing on your roof? After your family reads and sings about him, create a herd of reindeer to decorate your tree or holiday packages.

Steps

1. Cover your work area with recycled newspaper. Cut brown chenille sticks in half using Crayola® Scissors. Wrap pieces around hairpins to form reindeer antlers. Lay forms flat on a recycled plastic container lid.
2. Pour Crayola School Glue into a small paper cup. Add a few drops of brown Crayola Washable Kid's Paint and mix thoroughly. Pour the mixture inside hairpins to form reindeer heads. Dry.
3. Pour glue (without paint) between the antlers. Dry. Add a second coat of glue if needed. Dry. Gently lift reindeer off the plastic lid.
4. Using Crayola Washable Supertips Fine Line Markers, draw lines for antlers and eyes. Cut red construction paper for Rudolph's nose and glue on. Add ribbon or yarn to hang.

When & Where

"Rudolph is a favorite! Kids were delighted to make this beloved character for Christmas."
- Yolanda C., preschool assistant.

"These delightful reindeer spruced up our holiday packages. Recipients hung reindeer on their trees!"
- Daurene M., mother of children ages 10 and 11.

Interesting Info

Rudolph is the most famous reindeer. He is the leader of the other eight, whose names are Blitzen, Comet, Cupid, Dancer, Dasher, Donder, Prancer, and Vixen. Clement Clark Moore, an American poet, originated the names of these reindeer in the 1822 poem "A Visit From St. Nicholas." In 1939, Robert May wrote a story for the Montgomery Ward Christmas catalogue and included this now-famous reindeer with the red nose.

Safety Guidelines

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Recycled Containers—Must be clean and safe. Do not use containers that contained bleach or other harmful chemicals (for example, household cleaners, dishwasher or laundry detergents). Do not use recycled metal cans that have sharp edges (for example, lids removed by household can openers).

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.