
Does your classroom feel a little extra buzzed as the school year draws to a close? The countdown to summer has begun, but there’s still time for one more engaging, creative activity that kids will love. That’s where our torn paper snail craft comes in! Perfect for celebrating the end of the school year, this craft pairs easy instructions with a significant message for kids – “I SNAILED It This Year!”
Not only is this activity fun, but it also encourages kids to reflect on their hard work and achievements over the year. Plus, torn paper crafts are fantastic for improving fine motor skills and fostering creativity.
Craft Supplies:
Before jumping into the craft, gather the following items. The best part? You probably have most of these at hand already!
- “SNAILED IT” PRINTABLE – on our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Construction Paper
- School Glue
- Crayons
- Embellishments
Pro Tip 💡—Incorporating a variety of materials can create a more visually captivating result!
Directions:
- First things first – download and print out the FREE provided blank snail printable listed above, on a single piece of white cardstock paper.
- Have kids color in the snail’s body in the printable.
- Next up, help your child cut/tear their construction paper into small pieces.
- Have them use school glue to glue those pieces inside the shell design.
- The final step is to have kids add any other embellishments they see fit.
- Once finished, these snails deserve the spotlight! If you’re in a classroom, dedicate a space on your bulletin board or wall to showcase the students’ work. Be sure to also snap a photo and share it with the hashtag #GluedToMyCrafts or tag us to showcase their blooming artwork. We’d love to see what you create!
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Today’s “I SNAILED It This Year” torn paper snail craft is an end-of-year activity that checks all the boxes. It’s fun, thoughtful, easy to execute, and provides both kids and parents with something to cherish.
Whether you’re a teacher wrapping up classroom projects or a parent looking for a summer-ready craft, this project is the perfect way to “snail-ebrate” the year’s accomplishments! Happy crafting, my friends!
