Make a Papier Mache Globe

Make a Papier Mache Globe

Kids love papier mache. Why not show your appreciation for our precious earth on Earth Day by making a papier mache globe? This can be a messy project, so be sure to have plenty of space and be prepared for clean up.

Supplies

Newspaper
Round balloon
Papier mache glue (recipe below)
Large paintbrush for glue (optional)
Pencil
Blue and green paint with brushes

Papier Mache Glue Recipe:

Mix 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of flour until smooth
Simmer mixture in 2 cups boiling water for 3 minutes
Allow to cool)

Making Your Globe:

Tear 1 inch strips of newspaper.
Blow up balloon to desired size.
Start applying newspaper strips to balloon by:
- Dip a strip in the glue or apply glue with large paintbrush
- Apply strip to balloon
- Repeat the process until you have 3-4 layers on the balloon
- Allow to dry overnight

Draw the continents on with pencil.
Paint the water blue and the land green.

What to Do with Your Globe:

Globes can be hung from the ceiling (hint: future projects could be to create a whole solar system). You can also have your children learn and label all the continents.

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