Discover a world beneath the waves with our DIY underwater ocean craft for kids. Let your child’s imagination soar as they design their own vibrant underwater scene. Use the free printable underwater ocean scene template to make this easy craft.
All you need to make this ocean craft are some basic materials and your imagination.
First, we’ll make the ocean background using tissue paper strips. Then, we’ll color and cut out ocean animals from a free printable template. Your child can choose their favorite colors and patterns.
After that, it’s time to arrange the sea creatures on the ocean backdrop. Your child can create stories about the animals and their underwater world. It’s not just about making art—it’s about using your imagination.
This ocean craft can be made in a classroom or as a library craft. It pairs well with a lesson about ocean life or books about the ocean.
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Ocean Craft Supplies
- Light blue and dark blue tissue paper
- White paper
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- Free printable ocean scene template (see link below)
How to Make an Ocean Scene
Step 1: Prepare the ocean background.
Begin by tearing strips of light blue and dark blue tissue paper. These will represent the different depths of the ocean. Glue the strips onto a piece of white paper to create the ocean backdrop. Arrange them however you like to create a dynamic underwater landscape.
Step 2: Print underwater animals.
See the link below to print the free printable ocean animals template.
Step 3: Color the sea animals.
Next, color the sea creatures and plants using crayons, markers, or colored pencils. Let your kids’ creativity shine as they choose colors and patterns for each animal.
Step 4: Cut.
Once the underwater animals are colored, carefully cut them out using scissors.
Step 5: Design the ocean scene.
Then, arrange them on the ocean background to create an underwater scene. Your child can place underwater animals, such as fish and a turtle, wherever they like, bringing their ocean vision to life.
Step 6: Display and Share.
Once the underwater scene is complete, display it proudly for all to see. Hang it on a bulletin board or refrigerator.
I hope you enjoyed making this ocean craft with your kids.
Free Printable Ocean Animals Template
To print the free printable ocean animal template, please click on the link below. The ocean template is for personal use or classroom use only. It cannot be altered or sold. Feel free to print as many copies as you need.
Click here for the free printable ocean animal template.
