Rainbow Peacock

crayola supplies

• Color Wonder™ Markers
• Color Wonder™ Fingerpaints
• Color Wonder™ Paper

household supplies

• paper towels

Why

Trace your hand, then turn it into a colorful peacock with Crayola® Color Wonder™. There's no mess!

Steps

1. 1. Put one hand flat on a piece of Crayola Color Wonder Paper. Press your palm down and spread your fingers apart.
2. 2. Trace around your hand with a Crayola Color Wonder Marker. Carefully lift your hand from the paper.
3. 3. Turn your hand outline into a colorful peacock. You could add a beak and eyes to the thumb. Draw feet under the palm. Create a wing on the peacock's body. Design the peacock's rainbow feathers with bright Color Wonder colors.
4. 4. Make up a story about your peacock's adventures. Add drawings or words around the peacock to illustrate your story.Wash your hands well with soap and water after you complete your project.

When & Where

"We made Rainbow Peacocks on the trip home from the zoo. By the end of the ride, we had a whole flock to display."
- Umberto D., Kids' Club leader.

"This peacock idea really sparks imaginations. My kids designed turkeys, spiders, and imaginary creatures, too!"
- Tori K., mother of ages 3 and 6.

Interesting Info

The peacock is the national bird of India.

Safety Guidelines

Color Wonder™—Wash hands well with soap and water after use.

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