Printed Paper Portfolios
Kids build confidence and pride in their accomplishments with these stylish printed paper portfolios.
1. With Crayola® Scissors cut out one wide panel of a large paper grocery bag. Fold the bottom up about half of the way. Glue sides with a Crayola Glue Stick to create a folder.
2. Cut away the sides of one or more recycled foam produce trays to make printing blocks (the images will print in reverse). With a plastic knife, carve your favorite symbols onto the tray bottoms. What are your interests? Sports? Butterflies? Music? Draw designs that best illustrate you as a person. Carve your name if you like.
3. Spread newspaper over your work area. Pour Crayola Washable Kid's Paint into another produce tray and spread it evenly. Press your carved printing block evenly in the paint. Press the block print onto the folder to decorate. Dry. Print with your other blocks, in different colors, if you wish. Dry.
4. Keep awards, letters, ribbons, certificates, and other important honors in your printed paper portfolio.
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.
Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.
Modeling Tools—Use the least dangerous point or edge sufficient to do the job. For example, craft sticks, plastic knives and forks, and cookie cutters can cut or carve modeling materials.
Recycled Foam Produce Trays—Wash in hot, soapy water. No meat or poultry trays should be used.
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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