The 4th of July is a great time for family crafts and fun for the whole family. Can you believe that Independence Day is only a little over a week away? If the summer boredom and crankiness is setting in, try some holiday themed crafts and DIY decorations. It will excite the kids about the upcoming festivities and be some quality family fun away from a screen.
Does your town have a 4th of July bike parade? We’ve been to a few and it is always a lot of fun for the family. The Seasoned Homemaker shares some great ideas on decorating your bikes, wagons, or scooters! I love the decorated spokes! You’ll have to click on the link to see how she does it. 🙂
The DIY Patriotic Pinwheels shared by Christianity Cove look so easy to make! These would look adorable on the wall. Or if you home is on a bike route or parade route, lining the street and your drive with these would be a neighborhood hit!
I love the simplicity and cuteness of these Paper Plate Pop Up Firecrackers from Crafty Journal. These and are both easy and inventive. Mom or Dad can draw the general outline and even toddlers or preschoolers can get in on the family fun by decorating these.
I would never have thought to make a Patriotic Star Banner from salt dough! I love this from My Big Fat Happy Life!
Want to dress up your table for the Fourth? If you enjoy sewing Faith and Fabric Design has a fantastic Patriotic Table Runner. It always feel awesome when friends and family compliment you on something you made yourself!
For the younger kids, Growing Book by Book has a fun stick Flag craft and game to make learning letters fun! Instilling the love of words and reading while children are you will make it easier to foster healthy reading habits as your children grow.
The Educator’s Spin on It has edible crafts and activities for the the Fourth of July! Now you don’t have to worry about little ones eating your flag crafts and materials. Brilliant and fun.
Whether your kids are going stir crazy, it’s rainy, or your just plain tired of the pool, I’m sure your family will enjoy these flag themed crafts and activities!
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July 4th Activities for the Whole Family
caryn says
I, too, can’t believe 4th of July weekend is in a week. I love the idea of a bike parade. I’m going to look into whether they have one in Connecticut.
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