Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures

Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures is a free, NQF-aligned Cooking & Food activity for ages 4 to 9. It includes a learning intention, a materials list, step-by-step instructions and framework links.

Learning intention

This experience supports children to use imagination to create and to develop an interest in the natural world.

You'll need

• Cupcake liners
• Coloured paper
• Sticky tape
• Textas

How to do it

1. Children cut coloured paper into thin strips for tentacles.
2. Tape the tentacles under a flattened cupcake liner.
3. Draw a face on the liner to finish the sea creature.
4. A no-bake craft that links to ocean and sea-life themes.

Curriculum links

MTOP

• 4.1 Children and young people develop a growth mindset and learning dispositions such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity
• 2.4 Children and young people become socially responsible and show respect for the environment

NQS

• 3.2.2 Resources support play-based learning - Resources, materials and equipment allow for multiple uses, are sufficient in number, and enable every child to engage in play-based learning.

Frequently asked questions

What NQF outcomes does Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures support?

Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures is mapped to MTOP 4.1, MTOP 2.4, NQS 3.2.2. Each framework link is quoted in full on this page.

What age group is Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures for?

This activity suits ages 4–9.

What do I need for Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures?

You will need Cupcake liners, Coloured paper, Sticky tape and Textas.

How long does Cupcake-Liner Sea Creatures take?

Allow about 20–30 min.