Jungle Monkey Pony Bead Pattern
This Jungle Monkey Pony Bead Pattern is a fun bead craft for older kids who enjoy following patterns and making something they can use. When finished, this cute monkey makes a great backpack clip, keychain, camp craft, or VBS jungle theme keepsake.
It is also a nice project for practicing patience, counting, and hand-eye coordination. Kids can follow the bead pattern row by row and feel proud when their monkey starts to take shape.
Fun Facts
Beads have been used by people for thousands of years. Two beads made from ostrich eggshell were discovered by archaeologists in Tanzania in 2004 and are thought to be around 70,000 years old. They are believed to be among the earliest known examples of beaded jewelry.
Monkeys are playful, curious animals that live in many parts of the world. Some monkeys spend most of their time in trees, using their long tails and strong hands to climb, swing, and search for food.
Supplies
- 61 Brown Pony Beads
- 18 Tan Pony Beads
- 4 Black Pony Beads
- 2 Yards Rat-tail Satin Cord
- Lanyard Hook
Instructions
- Fold the cord in half to find the center.
- Use a half hitch knot to attach the center of the cord to the lanyard hook.
- Follow the printable monkey pony bead pattern below to lace the beads row by row.
- Pull the cord gently after each row so the beads stay snug and even.
- When the pattern is complete, tie the cord ends together securely with double knots.
- Trim any extra cord if needed, leaving enough so the knots do not come loose.
- Clip your finished jungle monkey to a backpack, zipper pull, camp bag, or key ring.
Patterns, Templates and Printables
Click on the monkey pony bead pattern below to open it in a new window and print.
Teacher Friendly Educational Extension
This jungle monkey pony bead pattern works well as a VBS craft, summer camp activity, or classroom fine motor project. Before crafting, invite kids to talk about where monkeys live and what kinds of foods they eat.
For a simple math connection, have children count the total number of beads, sort the beads by color, or compare how many brown beads are used versus tan and black beads.
For a writing extension, kids can name their monkey and write a short jungle adventure story about where it travels after being clipped to a backpack.
Supplies
61 Brown Pony Beads
18 Tan Pony Beads
4 Black Pony Beads
2 Yards Rat-tail Satin Cord
Lanyard Hook
Instructions
Fold your cord in half to find the center. Use a half hitch (see detail below) to secure it to lanyard hook.
Lace beads using pattern below as a guide.
Finish by tying off with a double knots.
Patterns, Templates and Printables
Click on a pattern to open it in a new window
Other Images
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