STORY
Pet Portraits
When Sylvia looks at the 'family wall' of portraits she realizes that there are two family members missing: Billbill, their old dog — and Pickles, their cat. Daddy suggests they make portraits of their pets which opens up the question — does the picture have to look like them?
Projects, Crafts, and Recipes for this Story
Sparkle Craft: Colorful Silhouettes
Why not create some colorful silhouettes to add to your own family wall? Or use our silhouettes to get a wall of your own started!
Martin & Sylvia's: Saturdays! Printable Project Page: Pet Portraits
Here are some of Sylvia’s drawings of her pets, plus a few beloved insects. And here is a space for you to draw a portrait of your pets or beloved animals or insects!
Sparkle Craft: Octopus Dog Toy
This Dog Toy craft is fun and inexpensive —all you need is tennis ball and an old shirt. Plus it's no-sew, which makes it a great project for kids to do themselves.