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A 5–10 minutes craft for ages 6–12, using supplies you likely already have — Paper.

GlueStick supports kids from setup to cleanup. After they choose a project, we guide them through gathering the supplies, making it, and cleaning up when they're done. We'll even help them share it safely with trusted family and friends.

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    Find Supplies

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    Make Basic paper airplane

    Your creative buddy says:
    "I can't wait to make a project with you!"

    Step 1: Fold the paper in half

    Fold the short sides of your paper together, then open it back up. You've made a single fold down the middle.

    Step 2: Fold one corner

    Fold one corner down to meet the center line.

    Step 3: Repeat!

    Repeat on the other side. It should look like a house!

    Step 4: Fold the point down

    Fold the point down to meet the bottom edge.

    Step 5: Fold the corner down again

    To make the wings, fold one corner to meet the center line.

    Step 6: Repeat

    Repeat on the other side. Your basic airplane shape is now complete!

    Step 7: Make the wings

    To make the wings, first fold your airplane in half.

    Step 8: Fold down the first wing

    Fold one side of your airplane's nose down and in half so the top meets the bottom edge.

    Step 9: Repeat

    Repeat on the other side. This will give you a nice firm base to hold on to while throwing, and big wings to help it glide far and fast.
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    Clean up

    Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.

    Tidy up our space

    Put away our supplies

    Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!

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    Save

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    "What a fabulous project!"

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