Materials: 1 pint fresh blueberries You now have all the makings for a great parade!!! Whip cream until soft peaks form and sweeten with remaining sugar. Glue Knot and wear. To make a sturdier parade stick, try using card stock or poster board for the handle. red, white & blue 1. 2. Add the second slab and cover with blueberries (drained). Put out red, white, and blue embroidery floss for ‘FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS‘! Tie a knot in the top of each strip of ribbon. Serve them with sour cream and salsa. 1. Let the children squeeze the different colors onto the cardboard. The finished products resemble brilliant fireworks displays Have the children dip the Queen Anne’s Lace blossoms into paint and lightly dab them on their papers. 3. TIP: You can also use different colors for a non-thematic “quick” activity. 1. Dip one side of each strawberry in either melted semi-sweet dipping chocolate or vanilla-flavored almond bark. Continue until you have all 13 stripes filled with hand prints. Continue doing this and alternating colors until the plate rim is filled all the way up. Close menu. Use a chenille stem to bead stars to add to the ends. From paper crafts and science experiments to snacks and games, there is sure to be an activity idea that any child is sure to love! (Source: FamilyFun-but have also seen on CafeMom). 1. Scissors The team with all of the flags in hand the quickest wins! You’ll need: Have the children dip their fingertips in paint and make the “stars” in the blue square. Cut three strips of blue ribbon that are 46 inches long. 2. hugs, On the large sheet of paper, draw lines for stripes and paint a blue square in the upper left corner. What would 4th of July be without fireworks? The cooler is best if drank immediately– as it will separate as it sits… (The pictured drink was made using about 3 cups of watermelon and about 7 small lemonade ice-cubes. Add red or blue food coloring to sour cream or other dips. 1 cup fresh blueberries This is extremely easy to make…just chunk up a watermelon and put into a blender. When they reach the bell, they pick it up with their left hand, turn and face their teammates and then ring the bell. Have some ‘Patriotic fun’ with your fruit! There are various theories being debated as to the exact scientific explanation of the phenomenon, many scientists claim that it is a physical reaction and not a chemical one. Make several flowers and show off your beautiful red, white and blue flowers in a vase. Button mushrooms, cauliflower, great northern beans, rice, white asparagus, white icicle radishes, white onions, white potatoes, white potato salad, white sweet corn, coleslaw Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking pan. Don’t forget to set some of the white flowers aside to add to the bouquet. 1 pint fresh strawberries Materials: Great ideas. 1. 4. It is often used in science classes to demonstrate principles of chemistry and physics to students. honey to taste, Place all the ingredients in a blender. White Acrylic Paint Combine all ingredients in a blender and mix well. Ingredients 2 sticks margarine, melted Instruct the children to create anything they’d like… Some may look like the American flag and some may look like abstract collages—but all will be patriotic! Take the flower out of the mixture in just a few hours before the colors can change the white carnation entirely. 2 packages 3 ounces black cherry flavored gelatin The balloon rocket will show kids how a balloon without direction can become a missile of sorts! 1 pint fresh blueberries or 2 cups (10 oz.) Place the plastic bag filled with sequins in between the two plates. Cotton balls Directions: For example, the students are sometimes asked to experiment with the amounts of water and Alka-Seltzer to find the combination which propels the rocket the greatest distance. Used with Romans 13, it makes a great lesson in why it’s important to obey all your countries laws! 1/2 cup ice Feel free to browse and stay awhile! We stand at attention, You can also use it to show layers of respect for elders, authorities and government officials. Materials: © Copyright 2019 - Kids Activities | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms & Conditions |kid activities is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Prepare cake according to package directions and bake in a 9×13 inch pan. Extension Idea: Repeat this step using a white strip. After ribbon is applied and glue has dried, punch 9 holes in the bottom of the paper towel tube with the hole punch. Paintbrush 2 glasses Directions Time needed: 30 Minutes or Less…. Good fun with kids trying to find their Question and Answer match! Sprinkle red, white, and blue sugar on top just prior to baking. Book-By-Book Old Testament Worksheets [PRINTABLE], Patriotic Craft: Paper Roll Rockets & Firecrackers. Make a few example patterns with the beads on the pipe cleaners. It also will show them some things on this patriotic holiday about diversity, tolerance and how God uses freedom to keep us strong. 5. Cranberry juice, jello (cherry, strawberry, etc. Patriotic values and rhetoric is commonly subverted by those who try to manipulate certain beliefs or behaviors. As soon as the Mentos enter the soda, bubbles form all over their surface. 1/2 cup nonfat frozen yogurt Wrap the stems together with green thread and place the carnation into a clear vase of water. Place coated pretzel rod on waxed paper or in a cup (decorated side up) to dry and cool. 2. Our flag has 50 stars, in the U.S.A. Prayer is real. To make party crackers, take an old paper towel roll and cut it in half or thirds. 2. Black or very dark construction paper Encourage all to wear red, white and blue clothing! Arrange white crackers on a tray. Prepare the veggies and place around a plate. 2) Paint blue in the upper left quadrant. Put out all materials for children to press the cookie cutters into the paint and then onto a piece of construction paper to make star shaped prints. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately with drinking straws. 4. Let’s play a game that will show us how important it is to treat our freedom with care. Pour into two tall glasses. Glitter 4. 1/2 large frozen banana chunked Sprinkle glitter onto the glue. White carnations Half the kids/guests get the Question–and the other half get the Answer! 1. Blueberries, Blue jello, Blue Kool-Aid, blue corn chips, blue cornbread, blue jelly beans, blue M&Ms, blue gummie candy, blue corn tortillas, curacao (for adult drinks) blue rice (boiled with blue food coloring). Oh, when the flag comes marching in, The sudden increase in pressure pushes all of the liquid up and out of the bottle. What you’ll need: Pour water into a canning jar with several drops of red or blue food coloring. Pull out the red, white and blue paint. This fun game, a twin to Pickup Sticks, will have kids focused on how to free spaghetti noodles (uncooked) from their messes, just like those who fought in the Revolution freed us from British messes”¦and just like God frees us from our spiritual messes! To make the streamers, have children glue (or have a staff member staple) lengths of crepe paper to the inside of a cardboard tube. Patriotism is one of the most common beliefs manipulated in propaganda. Container: 3 quart baking dish 13 stripes, 13 stripes, (You may also be interested in the ‘Colonial Theme’ for some great ideas), ANSWER: You'll find hands-on learning activities, themes, and printables for Pre-K, Preschool, and Kindergarten kids. 2. BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE #2 These are lawn prints, but will resemble fireworks on the paper. Paint Trays Make many stars and attach them to the string. Combine strawberries and glaze in a small bowl. 1. SUPER BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE Glad you're here! 4. silver streamers or ribbon, silver of white pipe cleaner, glue, stapler.