Lightning Bug Kids' Craft

In the Designer's Words: "One of the many things I love about summer vacation is crafting with my kids! I’m always looking for fun projects that we can make using items we have around the house. Watching and catching and releasing fireflies is a treasured summertime activity. These fireflies will never fly away, unlike the real ones! Supplies Used for this Project: Jumbo Easter Eggs Sticky Eyes Glue Dots Chenille Stems Crop-A-Dile Tea Lights Bright Fabric Sheets Oval Die Cut Shape."

Time to CompleteIn an evening

Age GroupToddlers, Preschool & Kindergarten, Elementary School

Why You'll Love This Recycled Craft

Here are the top 3 reasons to make the Lightning Bug Kids' Craft:

1. Easy and Fun Summer Activity: This craft project is a great way to keep your kids entertained during the summer vacation. It's easy to make and requires simple supplies that you probably already have at home. Your kids will have a blast creating their own little lightning bugs and can even play with them afterwards.

2. Encourages Creativity: This craft project allows your kids to get creative and use their imagination. They can customize their lightning bugs with different colored fabric sheets, add fun details like sticky eyes, and even decorate the egg shells in unique ways. It's a great way to promote creativity and fine motor skills in kids.

3. No Mess, No Stress: Unlike some other craft projects that leave a big mess behind, the Lightning Bug Kids' Craft is relatively mess-free. Since it uses materials like Easter eggs, glue dots, and chenille stems, there's no need for paint, glitter, or other messy supplies. Plus, it's a quick and easy project that can be done in under an hour, making it a stress-free activity for both kids and parents.

Overall, the Lightning Bug Kids' Craft is a fantastic summer activity that promotes creativity, keeps kids entertained, and is easy to clean up afterwards. Give it a try with your little ones and watch their faces light up with joy as they create their own little lightning bugs!