- Crayola® Model Magic® - White - Creatology™ Chenille Stem -
Crayola® Markers - Wire Cutter - Follow package directions on
Crayola® Model Magic® and shape the bugs. Let dry. - Use markers
to color bugs with polka dots and stripes as desired. Use your
imagination to combine colors. - ADULT: Cut small pieces of
chenille stem, poke into sides of bugs and bend to shape legs.
TipsModel Magic® is an air-drying modeling compound, so read all
the instructions on the package about drying time. It does not
dry hard all the way through but will have a hard shell-like
feel that still lets you easily insert the chenille stem for
legs. Craft NotesAdult supervision is required at all times.
Wire cutter for adult use only. BackgroundIf possible, use
microscopes or magnifying glasses to have students examine
insect and spider specimens. If that's not possible, provide
books or posters with detailed pictures of insects and spiders.
Have students list the characteristics of each and compare and
contrast. Discuss the difference