One thing you should know about me is that I have a “slight” obsession with squirrels. So it comes as no surprise, but that’s exactly what inspired today’s Popsicle Stick Squirrel kid craft idea!

Did I mention it also goes along perfectly with the book “Those Darn Squirrels Fly South” by Adam Rubin?! Yup, it’s one of our new favorites around here!!!

Those darn squirrels are at it again–this time wreaking havoc in a tropical location! Old Man Fookwire’s birds migrate south for the winter, and the squirrels decide to follow. They devise an ingenious plan to fly to a warm and beautiful beach with many new plants to snack on and many new birds to see. Though he would never admit it, Old Man Fookwire misses his furry friends. He joins them down south, paints the local birds, and succumbs to sunburn—so the squirrels have to drive his car back home.

Pair it up with story time and you will have a fun activity that is sure to be loved! I hope our post inspires you! Happy crafting {and reading} my friends!!!

Squirrel Craft Supplies:

* Popsicle Sticks {3 per craft}
* School Glue
* Tan/White/Brown Cardstock
* Scissors
* Large Wiggle Eyes

Directions:

* First glue your popsicle sticks into a triangle. Repeat for each squirrel craft you are making.
* Next {if desired but not necessary} have children paint their newly made popsicle stick shape. Set aside to let it dry completely.
* Now grab your tan cardstock. Cut out a center piece for the popsicle stick shape {the face} as well as TWO ears from the tan cardstock. Go ahead and cut out some teeth and a nose as well from the remaining cardstock.
* To finish off the Popsicle Stick Squirrel craft, have children glue on their cardstock pieces, as well as the wiggle eyes.
* Then set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!!!

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Love this idea? Of course you do! Be sure to also check out our Cupcake Liner Squirrel post for another book themed craft idea!