Cardboard Animal Relief Sculptures

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Artist Connection: Folk Art, Contemporary Sculpture

Grades: K–6

Time Required: 2 class periods

Project Type: Individual

Materials:

• Cardboard
• Egg cartons
• Glue
• Paint
• Construction paper

Avoid Identical Artwork:
Provide dozens of animal references and require students to choose different species.

Instructions:

1. Select an animal.
2. Cut a head shape.
3. Build raised features.
4. Paint and decorate.
5. Mount on background paper.

Display Tip:
Arrange as a "Museum of Amazing Animals."