Print the provided template and cut out the shark shape.
Step 1.
Print the provided template and cut out the shark shape.
Step 2.
Trace the shark onto 2 pieces of blue foam and cut out. Then carefully use a needle and friendship thread to sew together. Do not sew the mouth closed.
Step 2.
Trace the shark onto 2 pieces of blue foam and cut out. Then carefully use a needle and friendship thread to sew together. Do not sew the mouth closed.
Step 3.
Glue a wiggly eye to your shark and add some gills with a marker or paint!
Step 3.
Glue a wiggly eye to your shark and add some gills with a marker or paint!
Step 4.
Cut out teeth from a sheet of white foam and glue inside the shark’s mouth. You are now ready to add some pencils to your shark pencil case! For added fun, create a fuzzy stick man pencil topper for the shark to try and chomp!
Step 4.
Cut out teeth from a sheet of white foam and glue inside the shark’s mouth. You are now ready to add some pencils to your shark pencil case! For added fun, create a fuzzy stick man pencil topper for the shark to try and chomp!
Teacher's Corner
Make a splash this school year with this jaw-some pencil case!
Lesson Objectives
Fin-tastic skill: Introduce your students to sewing by having them connect 2 foam shark outlines.
Keep swimming: Learn the value of following directions and paying attention to details during this craft.
Follow-up Discussion
In a school of fish, how can one stand out? Middle school is a big adjustment for students — create a comfortable environment for them to relax and enjoy creating art during their first week. Prompt them with questions like: What did you do over your summer break? What are you excited about learning this year?