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How to Make a Model Log Cabin for Kids

Twigs can stand in for full-size logs on a log cabin model worthy of the most self-resilient pioneers. Search for straight twigs with a uniform diameter the size of a pencil. Kids over the age of 8 can use a hot glue gun after learning basic safety tips, and younger children will need the assistance of an adult. Begin with a blueprint that follows the basic lines of a design drawing by the child. Once the model cabin is finished, use smaller twigs to make log furniture.

Things You'll Need

Computer paper
Crayons
Ruler
Corrugated cardboard box, medium size
Scissors
Twigs with the diameter of a pencil
Pruning shears
Hot glue gun

Instructions

- 1
  Draw a log cabin on the computer paper with crayons. Use the drawing to determine measurements for the cabin model walls and roof, including doors and windows.
- 2
  Measure and cut the cardboard from the box to the measurements of the model log cabin design. Cut out the windows and doors.
- 3
  Cut the twigs to cover each wall of the log cabin, trimming them to fit around the doors and windows.
- 4
  Glue the twigs to the cardboard with the hot glue gun.
- 5
  Glue the walls together with the hot glue gun to form the house.
- 6
  Cut out the roof from the cardboard, and color it brown with the crayons. Glue the roof to the house with the hot glue gun.

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