Easy 4th Of July Crafts For Kids

The Fourth of July is special for every American. It celebrates the independence the country earned, making it what it is today. And it’s safe to say that Americans don’t take their celebrations lightly! From fireworks and parades to parties and great food, it’s a lovely time for families and friends to get together and be grateful and proud of their land.

It’s important for your kids to understand and appreciate what the country has done for them, and what better way to instill in them a sense of patriotism than getting them to have fun with some Fourth of July-themed DIY crafts? We’ve listed a bunch of easy, fun DIY crafts that your kids will love, and what’s more, you can use them as decorations for your house if you plan to host a party!

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1. Salt-Painted Fireworks

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We all know that the Fourth of July is synonymous with fireworks! So how about creating your own with some salt, watercolors, and paper! This is a great way to incorporate both creativity and help your child be a part of the Fourth of July celebration. What’s more, salt painting is excellent for sensory play as well. All you need to do is mix some watercolor paint with some salt. Make sure it’s slightly on the watery side. You can then start painting fireworks on A-4 size papers or charts. Your child will love this one!

2. Patriotic Fourth Of July Pom Poms

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All set to cheer for the nation? Then get ready with pom poms! The Fourth of July decorations and crafts must have these fluffy wonders, so get your child to make some patriotic Fourth of July pom poms. Hit the stationery store to get some colored tissue paper, and we mean shades of red, blue, and white. They’re easy to make and loved by all, kids and adults alike!

3. Fourth Of July Rockets

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Fireworks in the sky are a given, but how about a bit of lead-up to the big show? Make your own colorful Fourth of July rockets with your little one! You’ll require a few things for this, namely glitter, glue, construction paper, and old discarded toilet paper tubes. If you don’t have the tissue paper roll tube, feel free to quickly make your own with some cardboard paper! This is literally all you need to get started with a fantastic crafting experience!

4. DIY Painted Tee

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You know how they say, “wear your heart on your sleeve”? How about wearing a bit of patriotism on your sleeve this time? Pull out an old white T-shirt and let the creative juices flow! Give your child the shades of America — make sure the paints are garment-friendly, and let them start their works of art! You could help them paint the American flag or go for the cliche “I Love America”. Or, you could let them explore their own creativity by letting them take the lead on what they want to paint on the T-shirt.

5. Easy Peasy American Party Hats

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Fourth of July is party time, and what’s a party without its party hats? Yet another easy and fun way to make a Fourth of July craft for your kiddos! You’ll require some cardboard, colored paper, and glue, and you’re good to go. Once done, you and your kids have the perfect excuse to act like goofballs with your party hats!

Your kids will love these DIY crafts, and you will too! It’s a fun way to keep them occupied while you (we mean the adults) have a little party of your own. Which one of these are you going to try with your kids? Let us know in the comments below!

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