My kids love to cut and tear paper up into a million pieces. Usually it just makes a mess on the floor that has to be cleaned up later. Every once in a while, something cool is created. My daughter was so proud to show me the unicorn she made, purple wings and all.

SAVE THE TREES

I must admit, until this week, I did not know the story of the Lorax. I bought the book for the artwork, but never read it. 

 After finally hearing the story, I can now see why it's a Dr. Seuss classic. It has such a great message! I am excited to take my kids to see it in the theater.

The Lorax inspired me to make my own Truffula Trees.

 And I first saw the trees!

The Truffula Trees!

The bright-colored tufts of the Truffula Trees!

Mile after mile in the fresh morning breeze.

What I used: yarn, pipe cleaners, and a pom-pom maker (pom-pom makers are inexpensive, but you can make your own by cutting out two identical donut shapes from heavy paper or cardboard.)