String of Stars

Just in time for this 4th of July, here is a great activity for your little ones!!  Children can make a string of red, white, and blue stars to decorate your house, the backyard, or picnic table for this patriotic holiday. Your stars can be simple and plain, or can be decorated with glitter, feathers, and more!  It's all up to you and your child! Have fun!

The directions for this craft was found on Enchanted Learning...click here to visit the actual site.

Supplies Needed:

• Construction Paper (red, white, and blue)
• Printer (optional)
• Scissors
• String or yarn (red, white, or blue)
• Stapler, tape, OR glue

Instructions:

1. Print out the star template or just draw a large star on a piece of paper
2. Cut out the star and decorate it if you like
3. Fold over one tip of the star
4. Staple, glue, or tape the star to the string
5. Make many stars and attach them to the string.  Leave some extra string at the edges for hanging.

Now you can decorate any area with patriotic flair!