Wood Scoop Stick Scarecrow Puppet Craft
This Scoop Stick Scarecrow kid craft idea will not scary anyone – promise! In fact, it is so easy it’s sure to bring HOURS of crafty fun this fall season, instead!!!
Using simple craft supplies and a little creative imagination, you and your child can make a friendly one-of-a-kind piece that is perfect to celebrate this beautiful harvest time!
You can wear your Wooden Scarecrow, use it as a magnet or even as a decoration. Whatever your heart desires – we hope it make your crafty heart happy! Just do it!
Happy crafting my friends!!! Be sure to share pictures of your wood scarecrow puppets on our Facebook page to admire when you are done! #gluedtomycrafts
PAIR YOUR SCOOP STICK PUPPETS WITH —> Paper Plate Scarecrow
Craft Supplies:
* Wooden Scoop Sticks – one per scarecrow puppet
* Mini Popsicle Sticks – one per scarecrow puppet
* Colorful Markers or Craft Paint
* School Glue
* Colored Cardstock Paper
* Craft Scissors
* Raffia Ribbon
USE LEFTOVER SUPPLIES TO MAKE —> Paper Bag Scarecrow
Directions:
* First glue ONE wooden scoop stick and mini craft stick together as shown above. This will form the scarecrow’s body.
* Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each puppet you want to make today.
* Next have children “paint” the body of their scarecrow, as well as drawing on a stitched face to give it life.
* While they are working on that, grab your scissors and cardstock. Cut out a scarecrow hat.
* To finish off the Scoop Stick Scarecrows – glue your cardstock hat piece in place, as well as adding some raffia to the neck.
* Then display/play with proudly!!!
PAIR YOUR FINISHED CRAFT WITH OUR —> Popsicle Stick Scarecrow House
Scarecrow Jokes To Tell Afterwards:
Q: How does a scarecrow drink his juice?
A: With a straw.
Q: Why was the scarecrow the best vegetable grower?
A: He was outstanding in his field.
Q: Why couldn’t the scarecrow sky dive?
A: He didn’t have the guts.
ADD THIS TO YOUR CRAFT PLANS —> Paper Handprint Scarecrow Hair
Are you looking for more fun fall themed kid crafts to recreate today? Check out these past posts from Glued To My Crafts, listed below, for some more inspiration! Be sure to also follow on Pinterest to stay up to date on NEW tutorials!
Paper Bag Scarecrow
Popsicle Stick TeePees
Handprint Turkey Poem Keepsake
Stained Glass Turkeys
Paper Plate Scarecrow
Paper Plate Turkey
Jack-O-Lantern Scarecrow Puppet
Wooden Spoon Scarecrow
What Will Be On Your Thanksgiving Plate
Scoop Stick Scarecrow Puppets
Tools:
Instructions:
- First glue ONE wooden scoop stick and mini craft stick together as shown above. This will form the scarecrow's body.
- Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each puppet you want to make today.
- Next have children "paint" the body of their scarecrow, as well as drawing on a stitched face to give it life.
- While they are working on that, grab your scissors and cardstock. Cut out a scarecrow hat.
- To finish off the Scoop Stick Scarecrows - glue your cardstock hat piece in place, as well as adding some raffia to the neck.
- Then display/play with proudly!!!
