How to make a simple paper bag jelly fish

Jelly fish are absolutely fascinating creatures of the ocean and they can ignite a barrage of great questions for your toddler or preschooler about their unusual features.

With this in mind I’m sharing with you the instructions on a fun and engaging craft activity that teaches you how to make a simple paper bag jellyfish.

How to make a simple paper bag jelly fish

Making a paper bag jellyfish is a fantastic craft project that will not only keep your little one entertained but also help them develop important skills. Plus, it’s an opportunity to learn more about these fascinating sea creatures.

Recommended age: 4 years +
Active supervision is always required.

As you can see, they are super cute!

What is wonderful about this jellyfish craft activity is that you don’t need many materials, but it’s enough of a process to keep your child entertained.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make a Paper Bag Jellyfish

• Gather Your Materials: You’ll need a paper lunch bag, scissors, googly eyes, glue, and markers or crayons for decorating.
• Prepare the Bag: Start by flattening out the paper bag across your workspace.

• Paint: Using whatever paints or markers available, have your toddler or preschooler decorate the paper bag however they choose. This is an opportunity to allow their creativity to shine!

Add the eyes. Once the bag is completely dry, your child can then glue on the jellyfish eyes.

The jellyfish is really starting to come alive!

Cut the Tentacles: Carefully cut strips along the bottom edge of the bag to create the jellyfish’s tentacles. You can make them as long or short as you like, but be sure not to cut all the way through the bag.

Now that you’ve created your very own paper bag jellyfish, let’s learn a little more about these amazing creatures!

Fun Facts About Jellyfish for Preschoolers

• Jellyfish are not actually fish; they’re invertebrates, which means they don’t have a backbone.
• Some jellyfish are bioluminescent, which means they can produce their own light.
• Jellyfish have been around for millions of years, even before dinosaurs roamed the Earth.
• Jellyfish use their tentacles to sting prey and defend themselves from predators.
• There are thousands of different species of jellyfish, ranging in size from tiny to over 6 feet in diameter!

You can find many more jellyfish facts here.

Benefits of Making a Paper Bag Jellyfish with Your Preschooler

Engaging in this craft activity offers numerous benefits for your little one:

1. Fine Motor Skills Development: Cutting with scissors and gluing googly eyes help strengthen hand muscles and improve coordination.
2. Creativity and Imagination: Decorating the jellyfish allows your child to express their creativity and imagination.
3. Learning About Marine Life: Through this activity, preschoolers can learn about jellyfish and other sea creatures in a fun and hands-on way.
4. Bonding Time: Crafting together provides a wonderful opportunity for parent-child bonding and creating lasting memories.

So have lots of fun making this jellyfish with your toddler or preschooler. It’s a simple craft that is enjoyable to construct and has many developmental benefits to your child. Hopefully you now know how to make a simple paper bag jellyfish.

Check out our Blue Ringed Octopus craft too. It’s a winner.