Intro:
These adorable penguins aren't just a tun of fun to make—they're also a great early
STEAM activity! Through artwork and imagination, children will practice combining
simple shapes to make more interesting complex figures.

Set Up Ideas:
Have the colors of foam sheets and shapes that you need ready to go. You may try this
activity with pre-cut foam shapes or by cutting shapes yourself.

Let’s Get Started:
To make these perky penguins, you'll need to gather foam sheets and/or foam shapes in
several colors, as well as glue and scissors.

Tips and Tricks:
You may try cutting your white shapes first, and then cutting the black shapes around
them to ensure that they are the right sizes.

Follow up Activity:
What other winter creations can the children form from simple foam shapes? Provide
additional colors of foam sheets and have them try to create pine trees, reindeer, Santa
hats, gift boxes, etc.

Discuss how small shapes can be used together to create more interesting shapes. In this
case, just using two different sizes of the same shape can create a more interesting
image. This can be a useful technique for creating art.

Steps:

1. Begin by cutting a shape from black foam. Squares, circles and triangles are some easy
   shapes to get started with.
2. Use orange form sheet to cut out feet shapes for your penguin. Glue the feet to the bottom
   of your shape.
3. Cut white foam into the same shape as the black foam, but a little smaller so that it can sit
   on top of the black shape.
4. Use the foam shapes to create bows, ties or other decorative materials for your penguin.
   Glue the pieces on and let dry.