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Paper Weave Crab Craft For Preschoolers

This is an adorable Green Paper Crab Craft For Preschoolers.

by : Angela 4 weeks ago July 22, 2018

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Paper Weave Crab Craft For Preschoolers

Here is a fantastic crab craft for preschoolers. In fact this craft could be made with a number of age groups and is part of our ocean themed craft month here on The Inspiration Edit. I am sharing some fun and easy crab craft activities on the blog which are perfect craft ideas for Kindergarten and preschool kids.

Don’t forget to download the crab craft template at the end of the post. This is a fun Ocean Craft for the school display and can be made with the kids at home over the summer.

Facts To Teach With This Crab Craft For Preschoolers

Did you know that their are over 4500 species of crabs and that most of them live in coastal areas if salty, fresh or brackish water. Crabs can live in water and on land and the longest lifespan of any crab is 100 years old.

How Many Legs Does A Crab Have?

Do you know the answer to the question, how many legs does a crab have? Look no further, here is the answer!

Crabs have ten legs, including claws. Sometimes a crabs legs can be hidden inside a shell so that only eight legs are visible.

Supplies You Will Need To Make This Crab Craft

So now onto this fantastic Crab craft for preschoolers. Here is all you will need.

Cardstock
Gluestick
Scissors
Paper Cutter

You can make an optional background from bubble wrap, using a paintbrush and blue paint, however this is optional. Today I will show you how to make both the bubble background and the paper weave craft.

Marigold Professional Metal Base Plate Paper Trimmer, Blue, 12 ColorBok 73477A Smooth Cardstock Paper Pad Green Promenade, 12

How To Make A Crab With Paper

First you will need to download the crab craft template and print out. This can be found at the end of the post.

Cut the crab craft template out. Trace the crab onto coloured cardstock and cut out.

Trace the circle onto white cardstock and cut out x2. Cut 2 smaller black circles. Set aside.

Fold the paper crab in half and cut slits into the middle of the crab. Leave at least a half of an inch all the way around to avoid tearing the paper.