Popsicle Stick Animal Puppet

A DIY puppet with the right stripes! Create a zebra popsicle stick craft at home (or any animal!) using Crayola supplies and items you already have on hand.

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, 6 and up

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Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

Pencil(s)
Popsicle Stick

Steps

Step 1

Cover popsicle stick with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 2

Sketch and cut out construction paper ears, face, and hair. Glue to popsicle stick. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 3

Cut tiny slits in hair to create fringe.
Step 4

Draw face and body details with markers and gel pens.
Step 5

Create just one or make a colorful collection of animals!

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CIY Staff Tips

If you don’t have a popsicle stick at home, substitute a craft stick instead.

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