Fourth of July Craft for Preschoolers

This Fourth of July star wand craft turns simple construction paper and metallic streamers into a festive patriotic wand preschoolers will love. It’s the perfect hands-on project for parents and teachers looking for patriotic activities for preschoolers to enjoy at home, in the classroom, or at an Independence Day celebration.

Kids stack and glue four layered stars in red, white, and blue, add shimmery ribbon strips, and finish with a popsicle stick handle. The free star templates are included so little hands can skip straight to the fun part.

How to Make a Fourth of July Star Wand Craft for Preschoolers

Cut out four graduated stars in blue, red, and white construction paper using the free templates. Stack and glue them largest to smallest. Attach metallic ribbon strips to the back, then glue a popsicle stick as the handle. This festive wand takes about 15 minutes and is perfect for preschoolers ages 3 and up.

4th of July Star Wand Craft for Kids

This easy patriotic craft comes together with just a few basic supplies and the free star templates included in this post. Kids layer four stars in classic red, white, and blue, add shimmery ribbon streamers, and finish with a popsicle stick handle they can wave at any Independence Day celebration.

What You Need

• Blue, red, and white cardstock or construction paper
• Popsicle stick
• Metallic or shiny ribbon strips in red and blue
• Scissors
• Glue
• Pencil
• Star template (click the “click here” button at the bottom of this post)

How to Make a Fourth of July Star Wand Step by Step

Step 1: Use the free star templates to cut out four graduated stars from blue, red, and white cardstock or construction paper.

Step 2: Glue the second largest star on top of the largest star.

Step 3: Glue the third star on top of the stack.

Step 4: Glue the smallest star on top to complete the layered star.

Step 5: Cut strips of metallic or shiny ribbon in red and blue.

Step 6: Glue the tips of the ribbon strips to the back of the star stack.

Step 7: Glue the popsicle stick to the back of the star as the handle.

Tips

⭐ Pre-cut the stars for younger preschoolers so they can focus on stacking and gluing.

⭐ Use a glue stick for the star layers and craft glue for attaching the ribbon strips and popsicle stick — it holds better.

⭐ Cut the ribbon strips at slightly different lengths for a fuller, more festive look when the wand is waved.

Variations

There are plenty of ways to make this craft your own. Try these simple swaps and additions:

• Replace the popsicle stick with a colorful paper straw for a different look
• Add glitter glue to the star layers before they dry
• Swap the metallic ribbon for crepe paper streamers in red, white, and blue
• Use foam sheets instead of cardstock for a sturdier star
• Let kids decorate the stars with star stickers or patriotic foam stickers before assembling

More Fourth of July Crafts and Activities

Looking for more ways to celebrate Independence Day with your preschooler? These are some of our favorites:

• Handprint Bald Eagle Craft
• Bald Eagle Toilet Paper Roll Craft
• Independence Day Pom Pom Mats
• 4th of July Scavenger Hunt
• Best Preschool Crafts and Art Projects

This Fourth of July star wand craft is a simple way to bring some patriotic fun to your preschooler’s holiday. Grab the free star templates, set out the supplies, and let your little one wave their handmade wand all day long.