3D Landform Craft – A Fun and Interactive Geography Activity for Kids!
Exploring Earth’s landforms has never been more exciting! With this 3D Landform Craft, kids can see, touch, and learn about different landforms in a fun and interactive way. This stand-up layered model helps children understand how the Earth's surface is shaped, from flat plains to towering mountains!
Unlike traditional printable crafts, our 3D Landform Model is ready to use straight from the box! Kids can attach labels and clip-on landform pieces to complete their set and learn how geography shapes the world around us.
The best part? Bonus! A black-and-white version is included at the end of this post, so kids can color their own landforms while learning!
Perfect for home learning, classrooms, and science lessons, this craft makes understanding Landforms some much more exciting.
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We have a shortlist of favorite Science crafts like Layers of Atmosphere Inner Earth Layers. Anatomy of a Volcano, Layer of the Ocean. This activity is sure to become a new favorite. It comes together fast and is packed with educational insight.
💡 Parent’s Playbook Included! 💡
We’ve made learning easy for both kids and parents! When you purchasing the landforms craft, you’ll also receive a Parent’s Playbook—a simple, easy-to-follow guide that explains the science behind landforms. With fun facts, kid-friendly explanations, and engaging questions, you’ll have everything you need to bring this hands-on learning activity to life. No prep needed—just explore Earth Science together! 🏔 🌍
How to Assemble the 3D Landform Craft
What’s Included in the 3D Model Kit?
✔️ Pre-assembled 3D-printed Landform Model
✔️ Clip-on landform pieces representing different formations
✔️ Parents Playbook guide for easy learning + explaining
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
1️⃣ Unbox the 3D Landform Kit – Take out the pre-printed stand-up landform base, labels, and landform pieces.
2️⃣ Identify the Five Landform Types – The model is divided into five layers, each representing a different landform:
Plains – Large, flat areas with little to no elevation.
Hills – Small elevations with gentle slopes.
Canyons – Deep valleys with steep sides, often formed by rivers.
Plateaus – Flat elevated areas with steep edges.
Mountains – The tallest landforms, with high peaks and rugged slopes.
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3️⃣Match the Labels to the Correct Landform – Attach the provided category labels to each section of the landform model.
4️⃣ Clip On the Landform Pieces – Let kids sort and attach landform pieces by clipping them onto the correct area.
5️⃣ Discuss How Landforms Are Created – Ask kids:
“What forces create mountains and valleys?”
“Why do rivers carve canyons over time?”
“Where have you seen hills, mountains, or plateaus in real life?”
6️⃣ Use the Black-and-White Version for Extra Fun! – Kids can color and cut out their own landform model to personalize their learning experience.
Fun Facts About Landforms
🌍 Plains Cover Most of Earth! – Around 55% of Earth’s surface is made up of flat plains.
⛰ The Tallest Mountain on Earth is Mount Everest! – It stands at 29,032 feet (8,849 meters) above sea level.
🏜 Canyons Take Millions of Years to Form! – The Grand Canyon was carved by the Colorado River over 6 million years.
🗻 Plateaus Can Be Huge! – The Tibetan Plateau is the largest, covering 2.5 million square kilometers.
⛰ Hills Can Become Mountains! – Given enough time and tectonic activity, hills can grow into mountains.
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Why This 3D Landform Craft is Great for Kids
✔️ Hands-On Geography Learning – Kids build and interact with landforms for better understanding.
✔️ Encourages STEM Education – Learning about Earth’s natural formations promotes curiosity in science and geography.
✔️ Develops Fine Motor Skills – Clipping on the landform pieces strengthens hand-eye coordination.
✔️ Perfect for Schools & Homeschooling – A great visual aid for geography lessons!✔️ Fun for All Ages – Engaging for preschoolers to elementary students!
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