00 | GATHER MATERIALS

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01 | CUT A CIRCLE

Using a cutting mat and blade or scissors, be sure to hold the blade angle steady and move the material in a circular motion.

02 | CUT SOME MORE SHAPES

If using a blade, cut against a metal straight edge. Cut whatever shapes you want to have for your snake. Pay attention to the corrugation of the cardboard-- it will bend in one direction but not the other!

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03 | ATTACH TWO SHAPES WITH A SKEWER

Insert the skewer into the corrugation channel on both pieces of cardboard. It should be snug but allow the pieces to spin.

04 | ATTACH TWO SHAPES WITH A NOTCH

Cut at least 1/2 inch slot on both pieces. Make the notches a little bit skinnier than the width of the cardboard so they fit together.

05 | MAKE AN ACCORDION BEND

Remember: the cardboard will bend in one direction but not the other because of the corrugation. Attach that piece with another notch.

06 | ATTACH A PIECE WITH A BRAD (brass fastener)

Use a hole punch to make a hole in each piece, then push the brad through the two holes and spread out the two tines to hold it in place.

07 | ADD AN ANTENNA OR EYES

A pipe cleaner can be inserted into the corrugation channel of the cardboard. You could make the eye with an added circle layer attached with a brad or glue.

08 | ADMIRE YOUR MAKEY-SNAKEY!

You can add more segments, bends, curves, and decorations. When you're done, show off your makey-snakey to your classmates!