{"product_id":"dragonfly-fun-a2103","title":"Dragonfly Fun!","description":"\u003cp\u003eTesting your students' ability to follow directions, as well as their fine motor skills, these flying insects will make a great addition to any summer-themed classroom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- Empty paper towel or toilet paper roll\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eConstruction paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-26-gem-stones.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft gems\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-8761-sequins-spangles-shaker-jar.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003esequins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/p-6203-wiggle-eyes-multi-color-asst-sizes-100.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWiggle eyes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-166-kids-scissors.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKids scissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n- \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-248-glue-adhesives.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCraft glue\u003c\/a\u003e\n\nSince this craft is designed for preschool and kindergarten classrooms, it is best to provide traceable templates for both the antennae and tail. Create, copy, and laminate these designs before beginning the project (have one set for every group of four).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Directions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide each student with an empty roll and colorful piece of construction paper. Instruct them to wrap the construction paper around the roll and secure it with glue. Demonstrate how to cut the excess paper from the tube and make a secure seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting the roll aside, have students trace their hands onto a piece of construction paper and use scissors to cut out the shape. Provide them with sequins or craft gems and invite them to decorate their hand prints. These should be attached to the side of the roll as wings. Next, have them trace the antennae and tail onto the construction paper, cut them out, and affix them to the proper place on the empty tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project is so versatile - use string to attach these crafts to the ceiling, use them to create a bulletin board, or use them as window decorations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/jennwa.blogspot.com\/2010\/04\/dragonflies.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eRamblings of a Crazy Woman: Dragonflies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734083510297,"sku":"A2103","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/products\/dragonfly-fun-a2103","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}