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Why

Make your own bright version of a mask to adorn your wall. Get inspired with ideas from cultures that are famous for their masks---or invent your own style!

Steps

1. Look at examples of masks made in different cultures. Look for shapes and designs that are similar among the mask styles. Choose the styles that appeal to you.

2. Start your mask on a full piece of Crayola Color Explosion™ paper. Use a color-reveal marker to outline the mask. Cut out the mask with Crayola Scissors.

3. Draw the basic facial features. You may want to use simple shapes to represent some parts and even leave out others.

4. Fill in some areas with small designs or close-together lines. The decorating is up to your very own style!

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.

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

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

crayola supplies
  • Color Explosion™ Neon
  • Color Explosion™ Rainbow
  • Pointed Tip Scissors

Where & When

"Our kids made animal versions after a trip to the zoo. They chose animals from different continents."
Chris T., father of 6- and 8-year-olds.

"We made emotion masks. The kids show us how they feel by showing us a mask."
Jacob B., volunteer for special needs program.


Interesting Info

Even though everyone looks different, the human face is basically symmetrical (the same on both sides). The placement and sizes of features is very similar for all people. Artists use design guidelines to make portraits (artworks of people) look realistic.