Alex Little Hands Paper Plate Bugs Kids Toddler Art and Craft Activity

Purchased for my 4 year-old grandson who is right now big into crafting things. This box kept us busy for a whole week! The materials included are nice quality, and just the right amount, which is to say we didn't run out of anything and we didn't have too many leftovers. The instructions were fairly easy, but we could have used some more coaching on how to use the adhesive strips provided. We didn't understand the difference between stickers and sticky adhesive strips and dots right away, so ended up using some of our own tape in places, and we probably would not have had to. BUT, the results were big and bright and bold and beautiful! 4 year-old could do almost everything by himself, but Grandma hovered so his 2 year-old sister could help do a few things too, and because the projects were just plain fun! These were great to display because they turned out so well. They would make a wonderful activity for a kids' party. Definitely recommend!

I got these for my 4 yr old daughter for Christmas, and we really enjoyed them. She's a budding artist, and has every craft supply imaginable. We've also done a TON of little kits. I'd say this rates in the top 3 kits we've done. She didn't get bored, I didn't end up doing the whole thing while she watched, and they turn out really cute. We are going to hang them from the ceiling in her playroom. I really like that all the bugs are packaged individually. It makes it easy to grab a bag and start working. Tips: Use a stapler for the plates and other parts. The glue stick doesn't work very well at all. I also used Elmer's when possible. I wasn't sure what to do with the sheet of circle and bar stickers, so I ended up using them to help attach pieces. For example, the buttons as the top of antennas were taped to the Popsicle stick, and the caterpillar legs were taped on the back of the plate. All in all a good project I'd recommend.

These are seriously cute and really well done. I'm recuperating from surgery at home with a four-year-old, and he had major cabin fever. I went online and ordered several craft kits from Amazon. So far, this is my favorite. It's especially well thought out...here's why: -it contains five bug "kits", already presorted and separated per bug. That's cool because instead of a mass of parts in a box, you can take out one kit and not sort and count pieces (and lose them). -everything is pre-cut and included. You don't need scissors or tape or anything-glue is included and there's no risk of cutting something out wrong. And no need for a preschooler to have scissor skills either. -most of the items are stickers so you don't have a long wait for glue to dry (except on the antennas). -the time it takes is about 20-30 minutes for a relaxed project where the kid does all the work...not too long and not so short they are still bored. If you were to do a kid party, this could be a great activity, but in that case I think you'd want everyone doing the SAME bug (for sanity's sake). It would be difficult to have five kids doing this at once with all different bugs. My only suggestions for improvement would be that some parts (mainly the buttons) are too heavy for stick glue, so they could have used a cardboard piece and it would have been sturdier. Also, the instructions are picture only and could be a little more explained for mommy's on painkillers (i.e. put the eyelashes on the bee before the eyes!) Because this is so well planned and easy to use, I plan to buy more of this company's products. I bought the Collage farm but that hasn't been opened yet.

We bought this craft kit for our 3 year old daughter. She's made all of the bugs and had a great time doing it. This activity needs full adult supervision and is an easy way to sit down and make something together that actually has a cool final product. We hung all of the bugs on the wall in her room and she loves to look at them. What's nice is that they're actually neat looking and brightened up the wall, making it look very fun and colorful. The only reason I wouldn't give it full stars is that the glue that comes with the pack is awful and the bugs were falling apart. We tried some basic elmers and it helped a little, but some of the buttons and other pieces would only stick when we used hot glue. If your kid is like mine and wanted to play with the bug for a bit before you hang it up, you'll probably need a hot glue gun so your legs and antennae don't fall off immediately.

My daughter loved doing these projects. I must tell you that the glue stick is not very good. I did have my daughter use it though for practice and I added liquid glue when she was done. Each project used at least one new decorating skill from the others. Also note that the directions may be on the bottom of the box and an extra set of stickers to reinforce the gluing. I liked that each projects materials were packaged individually. Made it easy to bring the caterpillar project to our campsite. I was able to keep my daughter quiet while my Mom was still sleeping. My daughter was able to create each bug in her own way. She asked everyday to do a new one. Some took two sessions. The bee is hanging in our dining room. The butterfly is on our front door. My daughter points them out to visitors that she made them and will have full conversations about them. We have since bought the tissue paper/ sticker box and are working our way through it. I bought the craft bucket for a birthday gift for her friend. Definitely worth the money and time spent making them.

I bought these for my 2 1/2 year old daughter because she has really been into crafts. This is a great idea! All the items for each 'bug' are packaged individually so you don't have to worry about finding the right eyes, stickers, etc. It makes it really easy for mom and it makes it nice so my daughter isn't asking if she can put other items on the bug that are supposed to be saved for a different one. My only complaint is the quality of the glue stick that comes with this. These are thicker items, and the glue just does not hold well unless you hold the item on with your hands for a little while to let the glue adhere better. So, easy solution is to go out and buy different glue. Not a big deal, but just thought others should be aware. Overall, I plan on purchasing more of these Alex Little Hands Crafts. These are great indoor activities for those cold weather and/or rainy days. And, my daughter is always so proud of herself after she has finished making one. Great idea and great organization by Alex! A+ craft kit!

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This set comes with 5 adorable bug crafts each in its own kit with the exception of the paper plates which are all stacked together. My toddler enjoyed crumpling the tissue paper and using the stickers. However, the fun stops there. The glue stick that is included hardly holds anything together - certainly not paper plates that are sturdier and have a little bend on them. Be sure you have extra glue handy. Also, it is very difficult to pull the stickers off the sheet. I actually didn't realize they were stickers (thought you had to glue them all on) until later when one finally gave way. I'm a patient person but be advised the stickers do not peel easily at all and even I got frustrated.

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Kids loved these! Easy to assemble, look so cute having on display. Will buy again!

Nice product.

Está Maravilloso. Ha sido súper entretenido para mi hijo de 4 años y las manualidades quedan divinas. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.

Love all of these ALEX kits. We have all of them and my kids love their variety and colour.