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A 10–15 minutes craft for ages 3–10, using supplies you likely already have — Paper Bags, Tape, and Scissors.

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    Make Paper Bag Squirrel Craft

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    "I can't wait to make a project with you!"

    Step 1: Get the Squirrel Craft Template

    May need grown-up help
    Print out the squirrel template. You can print it on regular paper or directly onto brown construction paper. If you print onto construction paper, cut the paper down to 8 1/2 x 11 inches to fit properly in your printer. Cut out all of the template pieces.

    Step 2: Start the Assembly

    Use the glue stick to attach the arms to each of the long edges of the brown paper bag. Then attach its bushy tail.

    Step 3: Stuff Your Squirrel

    Crumple up some strips of newspaper and fill the paper bag. Be sure to leave some room for the bag to close.

    Step 4: Close the Bag

    Pinch the top of the paper bag closed and secure it with tape.

    Step 5: Attach the Head

    Attach the front of the squirrel’s head using tape. Then glue the back of the head in place, sandwiching the closed top of the paper bag. Add details to the squirrel’s body using your markers.

    Step 6: Finish the Craft

    Glue the squirrel’s feet to the bottom of the paper bag. Next, glue the acorn so that it is being held by his hands. Use the markers to add any other details you like to finish off your paper squirrel craft.
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    Clean up

    Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.

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    Put away our supplies

    Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!

    • A cartoon of Paper Bags
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    • A cartoon of Tape
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    • A cartoon of Pencils
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    • A cartoon of Markers
      Where they belong:
      • — Don't forget! Close all marker caps tightly.
    • A cartoon of Construction Paper
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    • A cartoon of Newspapers
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    • A cartoon of Glue Sticks
      Where they belong:
      • — Don't forget! Put cap on glue sticks tightly.
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    • A cartoon of Printer
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