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How To Make A Mermaid Tail Craft For Kids

a mermaid tail craft made out of pink, purple, and blue construction paper

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Make an easy mermaid tail craft for kids with simple supplies! A fun ocean-themed activity for preschool, summer, or classroom crafts.

Materials

     Colored construction paper or cardstock

     Scissors

     Glue stick

Instructions

1.   Cut Out the Scales
Cut several half circles from colored paper. Use different colors like pink, purple, and blue.

2.   Layer the Scales
Start at the top and glue five half circles in a row. Add four half circles on the next row, then three on the next, and two on the last row. Slightly overlap each piece to create a layered fish scale look.

3.   Make the Fin
Draw and cut out a large fin shape from another piece of paper.

4.   Attach the Fin
Glue the fin to the back bottom of the tail so it fans out underneath the scales.