Summer brings warm sunshine and beautiful blooms. You can easily bring that bright, tropical feeling indoors with a fun art project.
We love making torn paper crafts because they help little hands build important fine motor skills. Plus, tearing paper is simply a lot of fun for kids!
This torn paper hibiscus flower makes a perfect summer activity for a rainy afternoon or a sunny day at the craft table. Let’s make some colorful tropical art together.
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To complete this craft, grab the free BLOOMING INTO SUMMER file and print it onto a sturdy sheet of white paper or cardstock.
Next, instruct kids to tear their choice of colored construction paper {we did pink in our example images} into small pieces.
Squeeze a thin layer of school glue directly inside the hibiscus flower design on your printed page.
Ask the kids to stick their torn paper pieces onto the wet glue. Keep adding pieces until the flower is completely filled and textured.
Once the torn paper is secure, help them add some lines of glitter glue and their fingerprints to give it a custom look!
Then once your child is done decorating their unique summer flower design, allow it to dry completely before displaying proudly for all to see!
Making this torn paper hibiscus flower is a fantastic way to celebrate the summer season. Kids get to explore bright colors, practice their tearing skills, and create a masterpiece they can be truly proud of.
Hang the finished artwork on the fridge or a bulletin board to spread some tropical cheer. Have fun crafting and let your creativity bloom!
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