What better way to celebrate Earth day than with an upcycled Earth Day craft? These simple magnets are so cheap and easy to make and they upcycle two types of junk you may have.

Upcycled Earth Magnets Earth Day Craft

PublishedApril 22, 2015May 31, 2015 UpdatedMay 31, 2015

What better way to celebrate Earth day than with an upcycled Earth Day craft? These simple magnets are so cheap and easy to make and they upcycle two types of junk you may have.

These jar lid magnets are more than just an Earth Day craft. They include a few great teaching moments in the process, as outlined in the instructions.

Supplies for the Earth Day Craft:

Jar lids (I used baby food jars)
Craft paint in blue and green
Paintbrushes (a thick and thin one)
Non-porous glue. I used E-6000, though an adult should do that part
Promotional magnets
A world map or globe to copy

Instructions:

1. Make sure your jar lids are totally clean and dry so that the paint will adhere properly.

2. Paint the inside and outside trim of your lids blue for water and let it dry. You can discuss how clean water reflects they sky, making it appear bluer, and how important it is to keep our water clean and blue.

3. Copy the basic shapes/formation of various continents from a world map using the green paint. You can discuss how important it is to keep the land green, and examples of how it can be done (for example, making craft projects out of “junk”).

4. Trim your promotional magnets to fit the backs of the lids. You want it to be big but not to stick out (so that it’s strong enough to hold the lid).

5. When your green is dry, glue on the magnets using a glue that works with non-porous substances.

6. Place on your fridge and enjoy!

What are you doing to celebrate Earth Day? Will you be making any Earth Day crafts? Share in the comments below!

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Menucha

Menucha is a crafting mom of four kids: a 11 year old boy, 8 year old boy, 4 year old girl, and a one year old boy. With creativity throughout her tween and teen years providing a valuable therapeutic experience, Menucha is determined to make crafting accessible to everyone - from toddler through adult. She is passionate about providing practical and realistic solutions for fellow overwhelmed parents.
Menucha has combined her experiences in craft instruction, motherhood, early childcare, as well as her expertise in jewelry making and beading, paper crafting, illustration, and graphic design to bring you and your family a wholesome, creative, stress-free experience. From doable and innovative craft ideas for every age group, to old classics, from practical parenting tips and organizational tools, to gift ideas that are actually good, you'll find her pulling from her diverse experience to make things easier for you.