Ant Craft

Ant Craft - DIY Insect Learning Project for Kids

30-45 minutes
Ages 3-10
0
0 of 4 steps need adult

Supply List

A cartoon of Egg Cartons
Egg Cartons
A cartoon of Toothpicks
Toothpicks
A cartoon of Paint
Black Paint
A cartoon of Paint Brushes
Paint Brushes
A cartoon of Googly Eyes
Googly Eyes
A cartoon of Glitter Glue
Red Glitter Glue
A cartoon of Staplers
Staplers
A screenshot showing the science lab in GlueStick
GlueStick Mascot

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About This Project

🐜 Build your own busy little ant friend! Create a cute crawling companion using egg cartons, black paint, toothpicks, and googly eyes, then learn about how these amazing insects work together. Watch your ant march into action! This educational craft teaches kids about insect anatomy - ants have three body segments: a head, thorax (middle part), and abdomen (back part). Perfect for combining creativity with science learning!

This project is perfect for:
  • Insect Learning Projects
  • Bug-Themed Activities
  • Science Education Crafts
  • Ant Activities
  • Preschool Bug Projects
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