Independence
day activities
Independence day can be a tough holiday to explain to young kids so it can be best to keep it simple. Independence day is our nation's birthday. Each year, we celebrate our freedom.
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Here are some of our favorite ideas to get you started no matter how you’re child likes to play.
Warning: You know your children best. If your child is still mouthing then provide appropriate supervision or wait until they have passed this phase as some ideas include materials that are deemed a choking hazard.
Craft Ideas
Craft Ideas
- Splatter paint
- Dot marker flag (can be adapted for dot stickers, pom pom & paint)
- Patriotic sun catcher
- Mess Free Star Painting
- Paper Plate Patriotic Wind Catcher
- Hand print flag
- Red, white & blue tie-dye tee
- Patriotic coffee filter flowers
- Patriotic necklace
Sensory Play
Sensory Play Ideas
11. Red, white & blue sensory bin
12. Patriotic clay creations (grab ready to go clay if you don’t want to make your own)
Holidays like Independence Day celebrate patriotism. Patriotism is when you love and are proud of your country.
And if your kids want to know how they can actively support our military and veterans today, here are a few ideas.
- Project giving – send a care package, donate blankets, create a card
- Organize collections for your local veterans center
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