Dreidel Wall Hanging
Discover ancient Chanukah traditions and symbols. Use them to create a beautiful decoration for a holiday that's celebrated in many parts of the world.
1. Research what people of the Jewish faith do to prepare for Chanukah. Why is the holiday celebrated? Find out about the special foods, gifts, games, and songs during this celebration. What symbols and colors are associated with Chanukah? Here is one way to make a wall hanging to show what you learned about this holiday.
2. Use Crayola® Colored Pencils to draw dreidels and coins (called gelt) or other Chanukah symbols on construction paper. Cut them out with Crayola Scissors.
3. Decorate the Chanukah symbols with Crayola Gel Markers. Accent them with Crayola Glitter Glue so they shine. Air dry flat.
4. Use your imagination to decorate the edges of a large sheet of paper. Air dry flat.
5. Place your Chanukah symbols inside the decorative border so they are balanced and unified. Attach symbols to your wall hanging with Crayola School Glue. Air dry flat.
6. Glue the top edge of the banner to a cardboard roll. Air dry flat.
7. Run ribbon through the tube. Tie in a knot. Hang your wall hanging or give it as a beautiful Chanukah gift.
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.
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.
- Invite a knowledgeable person to explain the history of Chanukah. Ask the person to bring objects used in the celebration, such as a menorah.
- Create a classroom display showing a Chanukah celebration with a menorah, dreidels, and gelt.
- Research the significance of candle lighting during Chanukah. Create a paper replica of a menorah.
- Some children with special needs may draw more readily if they use photographs or replicas of items.
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