DIY: School cone "Animals of the World"

...and gift ideas to fill

The first day of school is a real adventure – and our DIY "Animals of the World" school cone is the perfect fit! In just a few easy steps, you can craft a school cone that's not only practical but also a real eye-catcher. A highlight: A world map adorns the top of the cone, inviting children on a little journey around the world. The cheerful animals from every continent complete the adventure! Whether large or small, classic or mini version – with our crafting instructions, the school cone is guaranteed to be a success.

It's so easy: Make an "Animals of the World" school cone

Materials:

• School cone blank (70 cm, alternatively 50 cm)
• Crepe paper in four different colors (at least 70 × 50 cm)
• Scissors, craft glue, ruler, pencil
• Gift ribbon or cord
• MOGLi “Animals of the World” template (A4)
• MOGLi world map template (A4)

No blank disc? No problem!

You can easily make one yourself:

• Cut a piece of photo cardboard in the standard size 70 × 70 cm (or smaller for mini school cones, e.g. 15 × 15 cm).
• Using a pencil, ruler, and a string, draw a large semicircle.
• Cut, roll, and glue – the blank is ready! Tip: Moistening the tip slightly will make the cardboard easier to roll.

How to design your "Animals of the World" school cone:

1. Make the closure: Cut blue crepe paper (70 × 50 cm) to size and glue it inside to the top edge.
2. Decorate the transition: Crumple small pieces of brightly colored crepe paper into balls and glue them around the edges to create a cheerful frame.
3. Decorate & bring to life:

• World map at the top: Download the MOGLi world map , print it out, and stick it around the top of the school cone. This turns the cone into a real globe adventure.
• Place animals: Cut out the MOGLi animals from the templates and attach them to the school cone – this way your child can travel around the world with elephants, penguins, lions, and the like.

With this special school cone, you not only get a creative start to the new school adventure, but you also give the gift of a little trip around the globe.

Gift ideas for filling the school cone

Once the "Animals of the World" school cone is finished, the most exciting part comes: filling it! To make the first day of school an unforgettable experience, we've collected a few creative and practical ideas:

• Useful items: Practical companions are indispensable in everyday school life. A colorful pencil case, a first fountain pen, pencils, or erasers in fun shapes immediately inspire learning. A timetable or homework book for the first entries is also a must. Small paint boxes or colored pencils are also especially popular, bringing creativity and color to the start of school.
• Delicious snacks: Whether sweet or savory, tasty snacks for break time are a must in the school cone. Our muesli bars , pizza sticks , or cocoa cookies are particularly suitable. Our MOGLi snacks are not only delicious but also organic and Demeter-certified. This way, your child can start the school day full of energy.
• Small toys: In addition to tasty treats, small toys to fill with toys are also perfect, as they provide lots of fun during recess. Small toy figures, toy cars, yo-yos, lucky bracelets, or mini puzzles – anything goes. It all depends on what your child particularly enjoys. With these great gift ideas, the school cone is guaranteed to be a highlight and ensure bright eyes on the first day of school!

With this special mix, the school cone is guaranteed to be a highlight and turns the first day of school into a real adventure.

Timetable with forest animals

Kick off the new school year with cute forest animals! The MOGLi timetable is available for free download in A5 format – simply print it out, fill it out, and off you go.