DIY Nature Spotter Printable
Make these easy Nature Spotter magnifying glasses using the printable template, cardboard, cellophane, stickers, and markers. Kids can decorate them and head outside to search for flowers, leaves, butterflies, and backyard discoveries
Yield: 1 nature spotter
Cost: $2
Equipment
- Scissors
- printer
Materials
- Nature Spotter Printable
- Cardstock or thin cardboard (drink case cardboard works great)
- Cellophane
- Nature stickers
- Markers
- Tape or glue
Instructions
- Print the Nature Spotter template onto cardstock or print on paper and trace onto cardboard
- Cut out the outer shape and the center window.
- Cut cellophane slightly larger than the opening.
- Attach cellophane behind the opening with tape or glue
- Decorate with markers and nature stickers.
- Let dry if needed.
- Take the finished Nature Spotters outside and search for flowers, bugs, leaves, and backyard treasures.
Notes
- Thin cardboard from drink boxes is sturdy but easier for kids to cut than shipping boxes.
- Adults can pre-cut the center window for younger children.
- Colored cellophane creates a fun pretend magnifying effect but does not actually magnify.