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Model Magic Ant Stick Puppet

Forget the log—it's an ant on a stick! This Model Magic ant craft will go marching with Crayola supplies and items you already have on hand. An easy craft to make at home!

Ages: 8 and up, 6 and up

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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  • Craft Stick

Steps

  • Step 1

    Roll 3 pieces of Model Magic into balls, approximately 1” in diameter.

  • Step 2

    Form 1 ball around end of craft stick.

  • Step 3

    Press remaining balls on either side of first ball to make ant body.

  • Step 4

    Create Model Magic legs, antennae, and eyes. Press to attach. Dry overnight.

  • Step 5

    Draw pupils and mouth with markers.

  • Step 6

    Add sparkly details with glitter glue. Dry 3–4 hours.

  • Step 7

    Create a cast of critter characters—or just one—and put on some stick puppet theater!

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CIY Staff Tips

  • Model Magic pieces that haven’t dried will easily adhere to one another. For added strength, or to attach dried pieces of Model Magic together, use our No-Run Washable School Glue.

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