Lights in the Dark

Why

This illuminating idea is great to celebrate Diwali, Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Chinese New Year, Day of the Dead, or any holiday that shines on your family.

Steps

1. Spread newspaper over your work area.

2. Pour yellow and white Crayola® Washable Kid's Paint on foam produce trays or other disposable containers.

3. Dip a sponge or bath scrunchy in paint. Gently press onto black or dark blue construction paper to make tiny flecks and patterns that resemble twinkling lights. Or spatter paint on a clean recycled toothbrush with your thumb. Dry.

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Recycled Foam Produce Trays—Wash in hot, soapy water. No meat or poultry trays should be used.

Sponges and Foam—Sponges, foam, and other expandable materials should not be used with children 3 years old and younger.

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Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Washable Kid's Paint
  • Construction Paper
household supplies
  • recycled newspaper
  • sponges
  • paper towels
  • recycled foam produce trays
  • bath scrunchy (optional)
  • recycled toothbrush (optional)

Where & When

"We learned about the Chinese New Year and then celebrated with our own, hand-made light show."
Kai W. neighborhood center volunteer.

"We made these during our study of Chanukah. Each child created several so they could share them with the elderly."
Isabelle Y., school volunteer.


Interesting Info

Have you ever noticed that some nocturnal animals, like cats, have eyes that seem to glow in the dark? Cat eyeballs are coated with a special substance that causes light to reflect off them much like a mirror.