Exploratory Play

Fun, creative activities for kids, including kids craft ideas to keep them amused for hours!

Static Flying Bird

STEAM, STEM, electricity, static, balloon, bird, flying.

  • Step 1First, download the template. Using sticky tape, stick the body of the bird onto a piece of blue cardboard.
  • Step 2Cut the main body shape out using scissors. Repeat this process with the wings using tissue paper. Adult supervision recommended when using scissors.
  • Step 3Stick the wings onto the construction foam using sticky tape. Use the body of the bird as a reference when positioning the wings.
  • Step 4To create a tail, attach the feathers to the foam board using tape.
  • Step 5Apply glue over the total surface of the bird’s body and stick it on top of the wings and tail.
  • Step 6To complete the bird’s face, use a small yellow triangle for the beak and stick on wiggle eyes.
  • Step 7Inflate a balloon then rub it vigorously into your hair.
  • Step 8Immediately place the balloon down on top of the tissue paper and lift it up and down to reveal the birds flapping wings!

Materials used in this activity

Balloons - Coloured - Pack of Approximately 100
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Turkey Feathers - Blue - Pack of 150
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CleverPatch Cardboard - Assorted Colours - A3 - Pack of 100
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Product Code: 16477
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Construction Foam - A3 - Pack of 10
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Product Code: 17592
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Clear Sticky Tape - 18mm x 66m
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Product Code: 17769
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