Starting a new school year is an exciting yet nerve-wracking time for kids. One way to encourage positivity, creativity, and confidence on the first day back is through a fun and meaningful craft activity. Enter today’s “Torn Paper Superhero” craft tutorial!
This engaging project is easy to set up, promotes self-expression and lets kids celebrate their unique “superpowers.”
Let’s walk through how to create an “I Had a Super First Day of School” torn paper craft that’s sure to leave everyone feeling like a true hero!
Craft Supplies:
Before starting the craft, make sure you have all the materials ready. Here’s what you’ll need to create the torn paper superhero emblem:
- Construction Paper {any color!}
- White Cardstock Paper
- Blank Emblem Printable – from our landing page
- School Glue
- Glitter Glue
- Embellishments
Directions:
Follow these steps to create a torn paper superhero emblem for the first day of school:
- First things first – download and print out the FREE provided blank super first day printable listed above, on a single piece of white cardstock paper.
- Next up, help your child cut/tear their construction paper into small pieces.
- Now have them use school glue to glue those pieces inside the emblem design in the printable. Remind the kids that the goal isn’t perfection—it’s about having fun and creating something that’s entirely their own.
- The final step is to have kids some glitter glue for some dimension, as well as anything else they see fit.
- Allow the paper piece to dry completely before gifting away!
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