Sparkling Chanukah Star

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Why

Chanukah, the Festival of Lights, is a time to celebrate with friends and family. Create decorations for all to enjoy and save as a remembrance of the holidays.

Steps

  1. 1. Read books such as "The Magic Menorah: A Modern Chanukah Tale" by Jane Breskin Zalben. Discuss the meaning of Chanukah and why it is celebrated around the world. Here’s how to make a star like the one shown in the picture.
  2. 2. Using Crayola Erasable Colored Pencils, draw six large (at least 5-inch or 13 cm) squares on white paper. Cut them out with Crayola Scissors. Save the end pieces. Color all six squares on both sides with the colored pencils and/or Crayola Super Tip Washable Markers.
  3. 3. For each square: Fold in half to form a triangle. Fold in half again. Hold the double-folded triangle point in one hand. Cut two lines, evenly spaced in the triangle, starting at the two folds. (Cut at the same angle as the unfolded side of the triangle.) STOP cutting about 1/2 inch before you get to the single fold. (On larger stars, make three or more cuts.)
  4. 4. Open the square. Roll up the two inside points and tape them together. Flip the square over and tape the middle points together. Flip the square over again and tape the outer points. Repeat these steps for the other five squares.
  5. 5. To form the star, tape one tip of each of the six pieces together in the center. Punch a hole at the top of one of the points. Thread string or ribbon through to hang.
  6. 6. On the leftover paper, draw and cut out two small Stars of David. Color them. Tape them to the center of the star. Add Crayola Glitter Glue to embellish your star. Air-dry the glitter glue.

When & Where

"These Chanukah stars were a wonderful craft for several cousins who worked together."
- Sophie L., mother of ages 8 and 12.

"My students loved creating Chanukah stars. We talked about the holiday and its symbols!"
- Jane Z., after-school craft coordinator.

Interesting Info

A Menorah is a special nine-branched candelabrum, also known in Hebrew as a Hanukkiyyah. Each night of Chanukah, an additional candle is placed in the Menorah from right to left, and then lit from left to right. On the last night, all nine candles are lit.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.

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