Jolly Jiggly Jellyfish

Why

It has no brains or body, but this jellyfish sure looks jolly! Create a whimsical sea-faring friend with Crayola Color Explosion™ White.

Steps

1. With Crayola Scissors, cut Crayola Color Explosion™ White paper into 2- x 5-inch (5 x 13 cm) pieces. Round the corners on one end for the jelly’s head.

2. At the other end of the paper, cut long fringes about three-fourths the length of the paper for the jelly’s tentacles.

3. Expect the unexpected! Use the Color Explosion Marker to draw a face and other details on the jellyfish. Add details with the black drawing marker if you wish. Every jellyfish you make will look different!

4. To add some jiggle to your jelly, fold the tentacles accordion-style. Your jelly has come to life! Why not hang several in a mobile above your bed?

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

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.

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Supplies

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  • Pointed Tip Scissors
  • Color Explosion White Fire and Ice
  • Color Explosion White Twisted Tropicals

Where & When

"Kids made an array of jolly jellyfish and other creatures for an Under the Sea display."
Liza M., after-school child care provider.

"My children tied several jellies together with elastic. They’re hanging in a doorway. What fun!"
Stephanie H., mother of ages 6 and 8.


Interesting Info

Jellyfish are not fish. They are invertebrates, which are relatives of coral and sea anemones. They have no eyes, hearts, bones, or brains. They have a simple nervous system to sense food and danger.