Are you exploring Australia with your class? Try this Sticky Wall Koala activity and learn about the amazing and unique animals that Australia has.
This fabulous fine motor activity for toddlers and preschoolers not only develops fine motor skills, but upper body strength too. The kids will love this easy play idea.
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Other Australia Activities for Kids
Try some of these other Australia play ideas for toddlers and preschoolers. Along with some fun koala facts, your kids are going to love learning all about these amazing creatures.
- Handprint Dot Art
- Australian Animals Free Activity Pack
- Australia Sensory Bin
- Rainbow Sand Writing Tray
- Q-Tip dot paintings – Aboriginal inspired art for kids.
- Australian Wattle Craft
- Sydney Harbour Bridge Craft
- …
For more ideas, visit 28 Australia Activities for Kids
Materials Needed
- Contact paper
- Colored craft paper (grey, pink and blue)
- White board and whiteboard marker or butchers paper
- Painters tape
How to Make a Sticky Wall Koala
Step 1. Draw a koala on the whiteboard.
I used a whiteboard and my old easel because that’s how I prefer to do sticky wall activities. For me, it’s just easier because I don’t like sticking things on my walls if I don’t have to. But of course, you should do things the way that works for you.
2. Cover the whiteboard with contact paper. Tape the contact paper down with the sticky side facing upwards.
Another option is to use a permanent marker to draw a koala directly onto the non-sticky side of the contact paper. Then, when you attach it to the wall or door using painters tape, the koala will show up (although the image will be reversed). This is the traditional way that most moms and educators do sticky wall activities.
3. Cut the different colored craft paper into small squares or rectangles.
I like to get the kids to do this part for me. It’s a great way for them to practice their scissor skills, and help make their fine motor skills a bit stronger.
4. Encourage the kids to place the different colored craft paper onto the koala.
If you like to prepare play ideas ahead of time, you can always leave the sticky part of the contact paper and the backing attached to each other.
I like to peel back each corner and attach each of the corners to the wall (or whiteboard). Then leave the rest covered. When my kids are ready to play, then I peel off the whole backing paper and it’s ready to go.
Are you going to try this Sticky Wall Koala with your kids?
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