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Father's Day Model Magic Fishing

This Father’s Day Model Magic Fishing Craft is a fun, hands‑on project kids can make as a special gift for Dad. Using Model Magic, broad line markers, acrylic paint, and construction paper, children create a colorful fish that looks like it’s hooked on a handmade fishing pole. The craft is low‑mess, easy to prep, and perfect for classrooms, camps, or at‑home crafting. Kids can personalize their fish with patterns, colors, and a Father’s Day message, making it a thoughtful keepsake Dad will love.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

Supplies/Tools Directions

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! ...

  • Construction Paper
  • Model Magic
  • Paint
  • Paint Brushes
  • Magnet
  • Recycled Cardboard Tube
  • String
  • Tape

Steps

  • Step 1

    Carefully cut the craft tube in half lengthwise. Roll the tube back together creating a narrower tube and tape together. 

  • Step 2

    Thread string through the tube and cut so that there is a long piece exiting the tube on both ends. Paint the tube to create your fishing pole.

  • Step 3

    Create a "hook" by making a disc shape out of Crayola Model Magic. Bury a magnet in the disc and then shape the ball around the string. Allow to dry.

  • Step 4

    Mold fish from Model Magic and hide a magnet inside. Paint the fish using Crayola Washable Paint. Allow to dry.

  • Step 5

    Tape several pieces of blue construction paper together to create a fish pond. Add ripples to the water with a dark blue marker. Cut the pond to your desired shape.

  • Step 6

    Go Fish!

    Place the dried Model Magic fish in your construction paper pond. Try to hook a fish using the magnetic hook at the end of your DIY fishing pole.

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