Pirate Story Stones

Boost kids creative thinking by encouraging them to create their own stories about Pirates with these hand painted stones.

Pirate Story Stones

Skill Level

Beginner

Time to Make

1 hour 30 minutes

Adult Supervision Needed

Yes

How to Make

  1. Decide which pirate themed images you would like to paint on your story stones.
  2. Paint your characters and objects onto each stone with acrylic paint and leave to dry. Apply a second coat of paint on top. Leave to dry.
  3. Once dry, draw on the small details such as the characters eyes, noses and mouths using a black pen.
  4. Use a black fabric marker pen to write ‘Pirate Story Stones’ onto the front of a fabric case. This can be used as a storage bag for the stones.
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Top Tip

Wait until the paint is completely dry before adding on any small details such as the characters eyes, noses and mouths to avoid smudging.