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DIY Dinosaur Eggs

Act like an archeologist by making and breaking open your own prehistoric dinosaur eggs! Perfect to trade with friends!

Ages: 8 and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Air Dry Clay
  • Paint
  • Paint Brushes
  • Disposable Plate(s)
  • Small Dinosaur Toys

Steps

  • Step 1

    Flatten out a section of clay big enough to fit a plastic dinosaur.

  • Step 2

    Leaving a space to create a hollow center, fold the clay around the dinosaur and mold to create an egg shape. Repeat for additional eggs. Dry overnight.

  • Step 3

    Over a disposable plate, use paint brush and paint to give the eggs some color. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 4

    Trade the dino eggs with friends! Break open using the end of a paint brush to see what’s inside.

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  • Experiment with placing other small, hidden treasures inside your eggs for endless surprises!

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