Accordion comic mystery book for 9-year-olds
This project is for 9-year-olds writing and drawing one short mystery in a fold-out comic format. It is different from a flipbook because the full story opens into one strip.
What to buy
Heavyweight white drawing paper
4 sheets
Colored cardstock cover sheets
2
Blank index cards
6
Fine-tip black markers
2
Colored pencils
1 set
Pencils
2
Eraser
1
Ruler
1
Glue stick
1
Washi tape
1 roll
Letter stickers
1 sheet
Child-safe scissors
1 pair
Who this list is for
This accordion comic mystery book craft is for a nine-year-old writing and drawing one short mystery that opens into a single strip. It differs from a flipbook because the full story is visible when unfolded.
How to use this list
Plan the mystery on the six blank index cards first, using pencils and the eraser for characters, clues, and ending. Measure panels on heavyweight white drawing paper with the ruler, then fold the joined pages into an accordion strip. Draw final panels with fine-tip black markers and colored pencils. Make a cover from the colored cardstock sheets, add a title with letter stickers, and use the glue stick and washi tape to attach and reinforce the folds. Child-safe scissors can trim page edges.
Common mistakes
Do not draw every panel before deciding how the mystery ends. A short outline on index cards prevents clues from being forgotten. Avoid folding damp glue areas, since the strip can tear. This is not a flipbook, so keep the drawings arranged in a left-to-right story that works when fully opened.
What is on this list
You need four heavyweight white drawing-paper sheets, two colored cardstock cover sheets, six blank index cards, two fine-tip black markers, colored pencils, two pencils, one eraser, one ruler, one glue stick, one roll of washi tape, one sheet of letter stickers, and child-safe scissors. Cross off what you already have.
When you are done
Open the accordion comic all the way and read the mystery from the first panel to the last. Let glued folds dry flat before closing the book for storage.
FAQ
Who is "Accordion comic mystery book for 9-year-olds" for?
This accordion comic mystery book craft is for a nine-year-old writing and drawing one short mystery that opens into a single strip. It differs from a flipbook because the full story is visible when unfolded.
How should I use "Accordion comic mystery book for 9-year-olds"?
Plan the mystery on the six blank index cards first, using pencils and the eraser for characters, clues, and ending. Measure panels on heavyweight white drawing paper with the ruler, then fold the joined pages into an accordion strip. Draw final panels with fine-tip black markers and colored pencils. Make a cover from the colored cardstock sheets, add a tit…
What should I skip or avoid with "Accordion comic mystery book for 9-year-olds"?
Do not draw every panel before deciding how the mystery ends. A short outline on index cards prevents clues from being forgotten. Avoid folding damp glue areas, since the strip can tear. This is not a flipbook, so keep the drawings arranged in a left-to-right story that works when fully opened.
What is on the "Accordion comic mystery book for 9-year-olds" list?
You need four heavyweight white drawing-paper sheets, two colored cardstock cover sheets, six blank index cards, two fine-tip black markers, colored pencils, two pencils, one eraser, one ruler, one glue stick, one roll of washi tape, one sheet of letter stickers, and child-safe scissors. Cross off what you already have.
What should I do when I am done?
Open the accordion comic all the way and read the mystery from the first panel to the last. Let glued folds dry flat before closing the book for storage.
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