Reindeer, Reindeer, Reindeer….

When I was a child, I always wanted to see a reindeer up close. Not sure if it was because of the snow or just because they had horns (as I used to called them). I am referring to their antlers. It wasn't until I lived in Kalispell, Montana that I was able to see some up close. I then realized that people in Montana, and probably in other states, relied on these animals for food, clothing and many other things. That’s where it all began. I was very curious and began to find out more about them.

Some facts about reindeer:

• The male and female reindeer grow antlers.

• These antlers fall off and regrow every year.

• Reindeer are herbivores, they only eat plants.

• A reindeer can live up to 15 years in the wild.

• Like a human’s fingerprint no two reindeer antlers are exactly the same.

• Last but not least, reindeer really do have red noses! Sometimes. (check it out here)

Let our Art project begin!

You will need the following:

• Children (for footprint)

• White card stock paper

• Red pom poms

• Black sharpie or marker

• Glue stick

• Brown washable tempera paint

Instructions:

• Print child’s footprint onto the white card stock paper.

• Let footprint dry, if you need it to dry sooner use a blow-dryer (optional)

• When footprint is dry use the sharpie/marker to make the antlers

• Glue on the googly eyes

• Glue on the red pom pom for the nose

And there you have it, a reindeer! Children will enjoy this fun activity. Remember, most important of all is to have FUN and make MEMORIES that will last a lifetime!