Kid Activities

Magic Growing Worms

Activity Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Activity Time: 15–20 minutes
Age Range: 3+ years
Mess Level: Low
Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1Cut strips: Cut paper towels into strips about 1 inch wide.
Step 2Color: Draw squiggles or fully color each strip with washable markers. The more color, the better the effect.
Step 3Add glue: Place a tiny dab of glue on one end of the strip.
Step 4Roll: Gently roll the strip tightly around a straw or craft stick.
Step 5Remove: Carefully slide the paper off so it keeps its curled “worm” shape.
Step 6Activate the magic: Use a dropper to slowly add water to the worm and watch it expand and stretch.

Supplies

  • • Paper towels
  • • Washable markers
  • • Water
  • • Straw or craft stick
  • • Droppers (or spoon)
  • • Small dab of glue

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