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[Early Childhood Education] Snail Craft Ideas

9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

Snails that you often see on rainy days.

With their spiral shells and leisurely movements, they’re one of those creatures that spark children’s curiosity.

In this article, we’ll share plenty of craft ideas featuring these charming snails.

We’ve gathered lots of cute snail projects that kids will want to make—from ones perfect for wall displays to three-dimensional designs with fun movements, and even snails you can take for a “walk.”

Try using colorful origami paper and decorating with stickers or drawings to let children enjoy creating while expressing their free imagination.

Let’s brighten up rainy days by decorating with lots of festive snails!

[Childcare] Snail Craft Ideas (11–20)

paper plate snail

This is a simple craft that uses a paper plate—an everyday material—as a snail’s spiral shell! It’s perfect for rainy days when you’re stuck indoors.

Tear up origami paper, construction paper, or wrapping paper and freely paste the pieces onto the paper plate.

Tearing paper can also help kids relieve stress.

You can make it even nicer by decorating the rim of the plate with colorful round stickers.

Finally, make the snail’s body out of construction paper and attach the paper plate to finish! You can also customize it by drawing directly on the paper plate and have fun with your own variations.

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Balloon decorations of hydrangeas and snails

[Balloon Craft] Hydrangea and Snail Balloon Decoration 🎈

Balloon decorations of hydrangeas and snails

How about spending some at-home time making a “balloon decoration” themed around hydrangeas and snails for the rainy season? Use colored construction paper to craft pieces inspired by hydrangea blooms in red, blue, purple, and more.

In Japan, snails tend to be brownish, but abroad there are snails with yellow-green shells and vivid patterns.

It could be fun to make snails like those, too.

Also, since it’s hard to stick things directly onto the smooth surface of a balloon, it’s a good idea to first cover the surface with washi paper or newspaper.

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In conclusion

How did you like the snail craft ideas? The children made adorable snails full of personality, didn’t they? Once your snails are finished, be sure to sing the children’s song “Katatsumuri” as well.

Even on rainy days when you can’t play outside, you’re sure to have fun.