Paper Mache Lizard: Recommended Ages

Series Summary

One of the easiest ways to introduce your child to the world of artistic exploration is to allow them the freedom to initiate and participate in their very own arts and crafts projects. One very simple but truly fun project for children and adults is the creation of paper mache lizards using a variety of art supplies and, naturally, creative vision! Parents who are drawn to such timeless and innovative hobbies as scrap-booking and homemade frame-making will delight in the project featured in this series. Your kids will love creating their own designs and watching their mind's eye create something for friends and family, and you will open your creative spirit wide as you help your child discover their artistic potential. This free crafts video series will take you from choosing supplies to adding finishing touches to your paper mache lizards. Learn how to gather supplies, paint, measure, construct and decorate your creation. Get started watching these videos and you’ll have fun paper mache lizards before you know it.

Video Transcript

"So, today we're going to be making this paper mache lizard. Here's an example of what your paper mache lizard could look like. There are a few steps to this process, some that are better to be done with an adult supervision or an adult helping. I would like to recommend this project for ages three and up. There are a couple pieces of this project that either have choking hazards, or difficulty with pipe cleaners, wrapping and creating the armature. We also might use a stapler in here and if you feel more comfortable with your four or five year old using a stapler, parents definitely help out at this point in the project. This is a great family friendly project to do at home. It is a little bit messy. So, I recommend whenever using paper mache to make sure that you have a surface that can be easily cleaned and have something like a plastic tablecloth, newspaper spread out. It gets a little messy, it gets kind of sloppy."