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A 20–45 minutes craft for ages 6–12, using supplies you likely already have — Yarn, Tape, and Scissors.

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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    Make Glow in the Dark Star Constellation Craft

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

    Step 1: Make the hanger

    String the yarn through the straw. Connect the two ends of the yarn and tie a knot to form a triangle. This will be the hanger for your stars.

    Step 2: Place the stars

    May need grown-up help
    Print the printable constellation page template. Place your stars on the circles on the constellation page. Place the hanger right above the constellation. Use the ruler to measure the distance from the bottom of the hanger to the first star.

    Step 3: Cut the yarn

    Measure how long the yarn needs to be so the star hangs in the correct location. Cut the yarn. Do this for all the stars. Some stars may be on the same piece of yarn at different heights.

    Step 4: Attach the stars

    Tape two stars to the yarn with the yarn in the middle, like a yarn sandwich with star bread. Tape or tie the yarn to the hanger.
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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!

    • A cartoon of Yarn
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Tape
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    • A cartoon of Straws
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    • A cartoon of Paper
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    • A cartoon of Paper
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    • A cartoon of Scissors
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    • A cartoon of Rulers
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