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Paper Chain Making

Paper Chain Making

3–6 years10–25 minSmall spaceTired-friendly

You'll need

Paper stripsTape or glueScissors (adult)

#Steps

1Cut paper into strips
2Loop first strip and secure with tape
3Thread next strip through and loop
4Continue until chain is long

Why it works

Repetitive craft teaches patterns while creating decoration.

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Adult handles cutting or supervises scissors.

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