Summer is just around the corner and what could be better for children than playing outside in the garden or on the balcony? Today we would like to introduce you to a creative and entertaining craft idea: a homemade fishing game. The fish can easily be made from colorful document folders! This DIY project not only promotes your children's creativity and motor skills, but also provides lots of fun outdoors. Perfect for sunny days!
Materials for the fishing game
Before we start the instructions, you will need the following materials:
- Document folders in different colors
- Chopsticks
- Paper clips (metal)
- Small magnets
- Cord (e.g. nylon thread)
- Scissors
- Hole pliers or hole punch
- Large washing trough or container with water
Step-by-step craft instructions
Step 1: Cut colorful fish from document folders
First, cut out fish from the colorful plastic folders. You can design different shapes and sizes to add variety to the game. It's best to use bright colors so that the fish are clearly visible in the water. You can find a free one hereDownload template.
Step 2: Make holes for the eyes and attach paper clips
Use a pair of hole punches or a hole punch to make small holes at the top of the fish's heads. Then insert a paper clip through each hole and secure it. The paper clips later serve as “hooks” on which the fish are caught.
Step 3: Make Fishing Rods
Now it's the turn of the fishing rods. Take a chopstick and tie a string at the end. Attach a small magnet to the other end of the string. Make sure the magnet is strong enough to attract the fish's paper clips.
Step 4: Prepare game
Fill a large laundry tub or other suitable container with water. Place the prepared fish in the water with the paper clips facing up. Now the fishing can begin!
Safety instructions
Despite all the joy, safety must not be neglected. Make sure that the fishing game always takes place under adult supervision, especially if small children are playing. The small parts used could be a choking hazard, so caution is advised. The game is generally suitable for children aged 2 and over.
Cool Instagram idea: Frozen fish shapes
For an added creative touch, you can create fish shapes out of ice cube trays. Fill the molds with water colored with food coloring and place a paper clip in the center of each mold. Let it freeze and you have colorful ice fish,
Water and fun for toddlers
ThePlaying with wateris particularly exciting for small children and offers numerous learning opportunities. During the fishing game, children improve their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as they try to catch the fish. Try it out and see how much fun your little ones will have. The fishing game is also ideal for the bathtub or as an activity forOutdoor children's birthday parties.
We hope that you enjoyed these craft instructions and that you will have a lot of fun making them and playing outside. Unleash your creativity and customize the fishing game as you wish. Have fun crafting and fishing!
