Make a paper sculpture of a Smooth Newt!

Smooth Newts (also known as Common Newts) are an amphibian, like frogs and toads. They are found throughout most the UK, and you can find the in ponds in the Spring, breeding and hunting frog tadpoles. In later Summer and Autumn they are found hiding under logs and rocks, hunting slugs, worms and insects before they shelter over winter under rocks or under mud, waiting for warmer weather. While on land their skin changes texture and becomes more dry, so they are often thought to be lizards.

For this activity you will need:

To print the newt template OR plain paper to fold in half to draw your own

Colouring materials (felt tip pens, pencils, crayons - if you use paint try not to use too much water or your paper will go soggy! You will need to let it dry)

Scissors

Glue stick or PVA glue