The 4th of July is a time to celebrate freedom, family, and fun! And what’s more fun than getting creative with some festive crafts? Here at ABC Child Development Center, we love helping our little learners explore their artistic sides, and what better way than with some red, white, and blue crafts?
Fireworks Extravaganza!
This craft is a dazzling way to celebrate the night sky.
- Gather your supplies: construction paper (red, white, and blue), scissors, glue, glitter (optional), and crayons or markers.
- Cut out various firework shapes from the construction paper – circles, stars, and squiggles all work well!
- Let your child decorate the shapes with crayons or markers, adding colorful designs and patterns.
- Once the masterpieces are complete, glue them all together to form a one-of-a-kind firework display! For an extra dose of sparkle, sprinkle on some glitter before the glue dries.
Patriotic Pinwheels!
These pinwheels from ABC Child Development Center are a fun way to add a festive touch to your backyard.
- You’ll need: red, white, and blue construction paper, straws, tape, and a pushpin.
- Cut out squares from each colored construction paper.
- Overlap the squares slightly, creating a pinwheel design.
- Secure the center with a piece of tape and push a pin through the center to attach it to a straw.
- Now you have a mini pinwheel! Head outside and watch it spin in the summer breeze.
Bonus: Playful Parade!
Here’s a simple and engaging activity for younger children:
- Grab some red, white, and blue crayons or markers and head outside for a walk!
- Encourage your child to point out anything red, white, or blue they see along the way – a mailbox, a flower, a bird!
Celebrate at ABC Child Development Center!
At ABC Child Development Center, we’re passionate about helping children learn and grow through play. If you’re looking for a nurturing environment where your child can celebrate the 4th of July with fun and educational activities, contact us today! We’d love to welcome you to our Greeley, CO, center. Call us at 970-352-2222 to learn more!