Materials
Clear plastic #6 deli and bakery containers
scissors
fine-tip permanent markers in assorted colors
hole punch
cookie sheet
oven
spatula
small towel
thin cord, thread, or wire
Instructions
1. Cut off the flat bottoms and tops of clear plastic deli and bakery containers.
Encourage the children to draw and write on the plastic with markers.
2. With a hole punch, make a hole at the top of each piece.
3. Bake them on a cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 2-3 minutes. The plastic will shrink,
and the artwork will be miniaturized.
4. Remove from oven (adult only). If necessary, flatten them with a spatula while
still warm. Place them on a small towel to cool.
5. Use the pieces for necklace pendants, key chains, or sun catchers by
attaching thin cord, thread, or wire through the hole.
6. If desired, demonstrate how to thread a piece on a cord and string beads on
both sides of the piece to make necklaces.
More to do
Science and Nature: Talk about how heat changes things. Leave a crayon in the
sun to melt. Discuss what happens to a burning candle.
