Engage Your Students with This Fun Wild Robot Craft!
Are you and your class planning to read The Wild Robot by Peter Brown this year? Or perhaps you’ve got plans to go see the Wild Robot movie? Either way, I’ve got an exciting activity that’s perfect for your classroom! This Wild Robot craft is a fantastic way to teach similes or use with any writing prompt. It adds a fun robot-themed twist to your lessons and makes an eye-catching display for after finishing the book.
Why This Craft?
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown is an absolute favorite among students in grades 3 to 5. Its captivating story of a robot’s adventure and search for belonging truly sparks their imaginations. If you haven’t yet introduced this gem to your students, I wholeheartedly recommend it. They’ll be drawn into the story and inspired by its heartfelt themes (and I think you’ll really enjoy it too)!
How to Create Your Wild Robot Craft
- Choose a Robot Head Template: Have students select one of the three robot head templates included in the resource. For best results, print these templates onto grey cardstock.
- Design the Robot Head: Students will have a blast using the cut-and-paste add-on page to create their own unique robot heads and faces. This is where their creativity can really shine!
3. Complete the Simile Sentence Stems: Have your students fill in the simile sentence stems printable to describe their robots. It’s a fun and meaningful way for them to practice similes while personalizing their creations.
4. Assemble the Robot: Once the robots are fully designed, students will attach the Simile sign to the robot’s neck, as shown on the template. They’ll then stick on the legs so they peek out from under the sign and add the hands to complete their robot masterpiece.
Perfect for Any Classroom
Whether you’re teaching similes, diving into a robot theme, or wrapping up after reading The Wild Robot, this craft is a versatile and engaging activity. It even includes blank writing templates, making it perfect for any writing prompt!
