Paper Tube Fun

Use those cardboard tubes found in toilet paper, paper towels, and gift wrap to make a kachina doll, a totem pole, a rocket, or even a shiny robot.

Supplies

• Cardboard tubes
• Construction paper, colored paper, craft foam
• Sequins, beads, yarn, buttons, and other decorative items
• Aluminum foil (for the robot)
• Pipe cleaners
• Scissors
• Glue or paste

Directions

1. Assemble all of your supplies. The list above is just a guide. Use your imagination and creativity, and make it appropriate for your child's age.
2. If you're using paper towel or gift-wrap tubes, cut them to the size you want your project to be. (Toilet paper tubes are already a perfect size for most projects!)
3. Cover the tube in construction or colored paper (or in foil to make a robot).
4. Decorate with beads, buttons, etc.
5. Add pipe cleaners for a robot's antenna or an angel's halo.
6. Use your imagination and have fun.