Make these fun little turtles with plastic fruit cups.
Turtles use their hard shells for protection from predators. They can tuck-in their head and legs to hide and stay safe. Some turtles can live to be over one hundred years old!
Supplies you will need for one green turtle (Turtles are usually shades of green and brown, but you can use any color that you enjoy):
1 Plastic fruit cup (These were for Dole mandarin oranges)
2 Green wiggle eyes
1 Large Green Pom, 1 1/2 inch
4 Small Green Poms, about 1/2 inch
Green Curling ribbon
Green acrylic paint
Brown marker
Sponge brush
Scissors
Glue
Directions:
First, use the sponge brush to paint the plastic cup green. Set aside to dry.
Next, use the marker to draw round and square shapes on the top and sides. These represent the markings on a turtle’s shell. Then use the marker again to mark 5 dots along the bottom rim of the cup. These will mark where the legs and head will be.
Next, cut 5 lengths of ribbon, each about 3 1/2 inches long. Then glue each piece to the inside of the lid using the 5 dots as a guide. Set aside to dry.
Next, turn the cup over and glue on the Poms for the head and legs. Allow to dry.
Next, use scissors to snip off the excess ribbon.
Finally, glue the wiggle eyes to the head.
I hope you enjoy making these fun little turtles with your kids!
Tools I Use
Here are a few basic supplies I used in this craft. Click on the images to find out more. Please note that these are affiliate links, which means that I may receive a small commission if you were to click on a link and make a purchase.
Turtles are featured in my book, A Fine Day on the Bay. Watch the book trailer below. You can also find FREE lesson plans, puzzles and crafts here.
Check Out My Books
Check out my books. Click on an image below to find out more about each book. I currently have six picture books, a chapter book, and working on many more to share with you!
Olly the Oyster
Olly's Treasure
Olly Explores 7 Wonders of the Chesapeake Bay
Mallory the Forgetful Duck
A Fine Day on the Bay
Writing Tips
Are you interested in writing for children? You may be interested in my Writing Tips page where I post articles about some of the writing techniques I have learned along the way.
Stay Updated
If you want to stay updated about new writing tips, craft projects, and book releases, sign up in the subscription box in the sidebar on the right-hand side of your screen. I look forward to sharing my latest news with you!
