Tissue Paper Earth

ages 2-6

Supplies

Cardboard, scissors, glue, green and blue tissue paper, hole punch, string

Activity Detail

Have your child draw and cut out a large circle on cardboard paper. Help them to draw some of the continents on their circle, creating a sketch of the Earth. Next, wad up pieces of blue and green tissue paper -- green for the continents and blue for the water -- and let your child glue them on. Be sure you have enough to cover all the space. Punch a hole in the top of the circle and use string to hang it. If you're using this craft to celebrate Earth Day, be sure to talk about what the holiday means and why it's important to care for the environment.