The perfect rainy day activity, this easy to follow cut out and make kit is a great way for little hands to practice fine motor control skills and learn about British wildlife. With a ruler, a pair of scissors and some strong glue, you can make a badger, a mouse, a fox, a perch, a hedgehog, a frog, a squirrel, a duck and a seal.
This paper kit is part of a collection of children’s clothing, accessories and craft activities featuring animals of the British Isles, designed by Alice Melvin exclusively for Tate. These designs have been created to highlight the importance of teaching children about nature – because, as Alice says, ‘There is so much native wildlife for us to appreciate both out in the wild and in our urban environments. It’s only by learning and caring about our wildlife that we will fight to help protect its fragile presence.’
Alice Melvin is an illustrator and designer who lives in Edinburgh. Along with her love of drawing, Alice delights in the making process and has designed many interactive ‘cut out and make’ children’s products. She’s also written and illustrated several children’s books, published by Tate.
Recommended for ages 5 and up. Please supervise children when using scissors.
Dimensions: packaging is 21 x 27 cm, animals are approximately 6 x 15 cm when assembled.