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Activity

Art from Trash Container Collage

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About this Activity

This activity teaches children to reuse objects for art. They are able to understand that reusing items is good for the environment.

Skills Addressed

  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Focus & Self Control

Activity Details

Children rip or cut out pictures and glue them onto the yogurt container or box, making a personalized container in which to keep small treasures.

Activity Notes

  • Lesson

    Be Green
  • Prep Time: 10-30 Min
  • Activity Time: 10+ Min
  • Supplies: Old colorful magazines, clean yogurt containers or small boxes, scissors, & craft glue or glue sticks

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