You know what your arm party needs? AN OLYMPICS BRACELET!
WHAT YOU NEED:
large popsicle sticks
pony beads
gold paint
paintbrush
jar
boiling water
hot glue gun & sticks
HOW TO MAKE:
Place popsicle sticks in a pot of bowling water for approximately 30 minutes.
Strain the popsicle sticks and - carefully! - form them into a circular shape by inserting them into the top of a glass jar. Smaller wrists may need a smaller jar - so be sure to assess sizing needs before leaving the sticks overnight to dry!
Once the sticks are dry, remove them from the jar and give them a nice coat of gold paint! Let dry and apply additional coats of paint, as desired :)
Use a hot glue gun to create the Olympic rings!
Add it to your arm party and cheer on your country! :)
ACTIVITY EXTENSIONS:
Write inspirational quotes on the inside of your bracelet!
Add your country's flag to the bracelet with printed pictures and Modge Podge! Alternatively, draw your country's flag using Sharpie markers!
CONNECTION STARTERS:
What is your favourite sport to watch during the Olympics?
Which sport(s) would you like to try?
How do you think athletes prepare for the Olympics?
THINGS TO CELEBRATE & ENCOURAGE:
following safety rules around boiling water and hot glue gun
identifying Olympic ring colours
painting with care
I diggggggg the look! I think we'll try some of the activity extensions to jazz up our current Olympics bracelets! I can think of a few great quotes from Simone or Serena to write on the back :)
Happy connecting!
Lindsay
XOXO