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A 10–15 minutes craft for ages 5–10, using supplies you likely already have — Scissors, White Glue, and Markers.

GlueStick supports kids from setup to cleanup. After they choose a project, we guide them through gathering the supplies, making it, and cleaning up when they're done. We'll even help them share it safely with trusted family and friends.

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    Find Supplies

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    Make 3D Christmas Ornament Card

    Your creative buddy says:
    "I can't wait to make a project with you!"

    Step 1: Fold your card and write a message.

    First, fold your black construction paper in half. This will be the outside of your card. Next, take the white paper and use your glue stick to glue it inside the card. This is where you will write your special message! Now, use your markers to write a happy message inside your card.

    Step 2: Prepare your washi tape strips.

    Take your red construction paper. Stick 2 or 3 strips of each washi tape onto the red paper. Ask a grown-up to help you cut around the tape. If your washi tape is wide, cut 3 pieces that are about 5 to 6 inches long. If your washi tape is thin, cut 4 pieces that are about 4 to 5 inches long.

    Step 3: Make your 3D ornaments.

    Use your glue stick to make a star shape with your washi tape strips. If you have wide tape, make a 6-point star. If you have thin tape, make an 8-point star. Put lots of glue in the middle to hold them together. Now, fold a little tab at the end of each washi tape piece. Use your glue stick again to glue these tabs down. This will make your ornaments look like little domes! Place 2 or 3 ornaments on the front of your card.

    Step 4: Add pipe cleaner hangers and let dry.

    Take one red pipe cleaner and make a small bow shape at one end. Ask a grown-up to help you cut the pipe cleaner so it reaches from the top of your ornament to the top of the card. Use your liquid glue to stick it in place. Do this for all your ornaments. Now, set your card aside and let the glue dry completely.
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    Clean up

    Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.

    Tidy up our space

    Put away our supplies

    Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!

    • A cartoon of White Glue
      Where they belong:
      • — Don't forget! Close glue lids.
    • A cartoon of Markers
      Where they belong:
      • — Don't forget! Close all marker caps tightly.
    • A cartoon of Construction Paper
      Where they belong:
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    • A cartoon of Construction Paper
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    • A cartoon of Washi Tape
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    • A cartoon of Pipe Cleaners
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    • A cartoon of Glue Sticks
      Where they belong:
      • — Don't forget! Put cap on glue sticks tightly.
    • A cartoon of Scissors
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    Celebrate

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    "Great job!"

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