Awesome Muscular System Hand Craft for Kids
Creating a model of the muscular system can be an exciting and educational craft project for children and this hand craft is the perfect activity to try!
Equipment
- Springhill White 8.5” x 11” Cardstock Paper
- Lily 10200101628 Sugar 'N Cream The Original Solid Yarn, 2.5oz, Medium 4 Gauge, 100% Cotton - Hot Orange - Machine Wash & Dry
- Kids' Scissors, Ages 4-8, 5-Inch Blunt Tip, Assorted
Ingredients
- Card stock paper or cardboard
- String or yarn
- Straws
- Tape
- Scissors
- Pencil
Instructions
- Begin by tracing the outline of your hand onto the cardstock, then cut out the shape.
- Cut three segments of a straw for each finger and two for the thumb; these will represent the muscles. The longer piece shall be placed from the fingers down to the wrist area of the hand model.
- Position the straw segments along each finger, ensuring they are straight and aligned. Secure them in place with tape, taking care not to obstruct the ends of the straws.
- Affix the yarn to the rear side of the hand model, then weave it through the straw segments on each finger, extending it down to the wrist area.
- Congratulations! You've successfully completed your muscular system hand craft,