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Paper Snowflake Cutting

Age4–6 years
Time15–30 min
MessLow-mess
EnergyLow energy
SettingIndoor
Paper Snowflake Cutting

You'll need

  • White paper
  • Scissors
  • Pencil (optional for guides)

Steps

  1. 1Fold paper multiple times
  2. 2Cut shapes along edges
  3. 3Unfold to reveal snowflake
  4. 4Display in window

Why this works

Satisfying reveal teaches symmetry and cutting skills.

Try also

  • Add glitter while folded
  • Make colored snowflakes
  • Create snowflake garlands

Supervise scissors use. Use safety scissors for beginners.

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