Glowing Firefly Craft

Glowing Firefly Craft - DIY Light-Up Bug for Kids

15-30 minutes
Ages 3-7
0
0 of 5 steps need adult

Supply List

A cartoon of Tape
Tape
A cartoon of White Glue
White Glue
A cartoon of Glow Sticks
Glow Sticks
A cartoon of Construction Paper
Black Construction Paper
A cartoon of Construction Paper
Red Construction Paper
A cartoon of Construction Paper
Brown Construction Paper
A cartoon of Plastic Bottles
Plastic Bottles
A cartoon of Pipe Cleaners
White Pipe Cleaners
A cartoon of Pipe Cleaners
Black Pipe Cleaners
A screenshot showing the science lab in GlueStick
GlueStick Mascot

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About This Project

✨ Create a magical firefly that really glows! Make your own light-up friend using simple materials like plastic bottles, pipe cleaners, construction paper, and glow sticks, then watch as it twinkles in the dark just like real fireflies on a summer night! This enchanting craft combines creativity with the wonder of bioluminescence, perfect for summer evenings, camping trips, or anytime kids want to bring the magic of fireflies indoors. 🌟

This project is perfect for:
  • Summer Night Activities
  • Glow-in-the-Dark Crafts
  • Bug-Themed Projects
  • Light-Up Crafts
  • Magical Science Projects
Garden Fine Motor Skills Art Exploration Science Exploration STEAM Indoor Quick Setup Budget Friendly Educational Play Summer Nature Learning Bug Science Light Play Insects Firefly

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