Glow Lanterns - DIY Light-Up Craft for Kid
10-20 minutes
Ages 3-10
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About This Project
Create your own glowing character show! Take a toilet paper roll, cover it with clear tape, and draw your favorite characters or cool designs on the tape with clear markers. When you're done, shine a flashlight through the roll and watch the designs light up like magic! It's like turning your roll into a magical glowing lantern that brings your artwork to life. Perfect for storytelling, room decoration, or creating your own light show!
This project is perfect for:
- Light-Up Craft Projects
- Character Drawing Activities
- Indoor Entertainment
- Storytelling Props
- Magical Light Shows
Steps
Collect
Gather toilet paper rolls.
Draw
Draw your design or character on pieces of packing tape.
Assemble
Tape designs onto one end of toilet paper rolls.
Shine Light
Shine a flashlight threw the roll onto the wall or ceiling of a dark room. Tip: Ask an adult to use the flashlight on their phone. It works the best!
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