United StatesMake a Desk Set
Grade Levels: Pre-K - 2
Paperclip ContainerMaterials
- An empty box – metal, paper, or plastic; Band-Aid boxes work well
- Water-based acrylic or tempera paints
- Paint brushes
- White glue
- Glitter, sequins, tiny buttons
- Paper clips
Procedures
- Students paint their box all over, and let paint dry.
- Ask students to paint a second coat if needed.
- Students glue decorations onto the container. Then let dry.
- Fill boxes with paperclips.
Pen and Pencil Holder
Materials
- An empty frozen-juice can
- Colored construction paper
- Waterproof marking pens
- White glue
- Cellophane tape
- Glitter, sequins, tiny buttons
Procedures
- Students cut construction paper to cover can.
- Students glue construction paper smoothly onto can and tape ends inside the cylinder. Let dry.
- Students make designs with marking pens.
- One by one, glue decorations onto the container. Let dry.
Custom Tissue Box
Materials
- a wicker or plastic cover for a box of tissues
- white glue
- seashells, pebbles, buttons, bits of discarded jewelry
- small macaroni shapes dyed in food coloring
Procedures
- Make sure the work surface is clean and dry.
- Students glue decorations onto the box and then let dry.
Provided by Family Education.
