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Clothespin Shark Puppet

Aww sharks! Make an abso-toothly fun Clothespin Shark Puppet & turn playtime into somefin special.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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  • Clothespin(s)
  • Pencil(s)
  • Toothpick(s)
  • Wiggle Eyes

Steps

  • Step 1

    Sketch and cut out construction paper shark.

  • Step 10

    Open and close clothespin shark puppet for a chomping good time!

  • Step 2

    Draw gills on shark with markers.

  • Step 3

    Glue wiggle eye to shark. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 4

    Cut shark in half horizontally.

  • Step 5

    Glue top half of shark to top half of clothespin. Glue bottom half of shark to bottom half of clothespin.

  • Step 6

    Sketch and cut out small cardstock fish.

  • Step 7

    Ask an adult to cut a toothpick to create a small piece.

  • Step 8

    Glue toothpick to back of fish.

  • Step 9

    Glue fish toothpick to back of shark’s mouth. Let all glue steps dry 1–2 hours.

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CIY Staff Tips

  • This project uses a toothpick. Adult assistance required.

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