Shark Week Day / Shark Tooth Necklaces
Shark Tooth Necklaces
Children shape shark teeth from air-dry clay, then thread them on string to make necklaces.
How to run it
- Show pictures of real shark teeth.
- Have children shape triangle teeth from clay and poke a hole with a skewer.
- Leave to dry overnight.
- Paint and thread onto string.
You will need
- air-dry clay
- skewers
- paint
- string
Make it easier or harderUse card teeth for younger children, or have older children research and label shark species.
SafetySupervise skewers, and never wear necklaces during active play or rest time.
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