Snowy Shapes

Why

This frosty friend shapes up to be quite a character as kids turn shapes into a snow friend. Children build geometry skills while they create artwork.

Steps

1. Spread newspaper over your work area.

2. To make a traditional snow sculpture, use white Crayola® Washable Kid's Paint and Paint Brushes to paint three circles on colored construction paper. Start at the bottom with the largest circle and work up to the top, making each circle smaller than the one before. Or create your own original snowy shape design.

3. Add dots of white paint for snowflakes, or spatter paint by tapping the brush lightly on your finger. Dry completely.

4. Draw features on your snow sculpture with Crayola Washable Crayons. Think up as many ways as you can to use squares, rectangles, triangles, and circles to create and decorate your snow sculpture scene. Watch it take shape before your eyes.

5. Add icy sparkle to your picture with Crayola Glitter Glue.

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.

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

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

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Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Paint Brushes
  • Crayons
  • Washable Kid's Paint
  • Glitter Glue
  • Construction Paper
household supplies
  • recycled newspaper
  • paper towels
  • container(s) of water

Where & When

"We built real snow sculptures. Later, we painted pictures of them outside for a mess-free winter activity."
Augusta D., after-school advisor.

"Thanks for a great winter school party activity. Everyone is included with this holiday celebration."
Noah C., PTA member.


Interesting Info

Tips for Building Snow Sculptures: Fresh snow that is not too dry is best. Pack snow tightly when forming large snowballs. Flatten the top of the base for easy building.