Okay, I know that this one isn’t exactly unique, but could we really have Thanksgiving without doing some kind of American Indian craft? This one is super simple, and the kids love wearing them… even my oldest gets into making headbands!
Indian Headband
There are so many variations on this project, but kids love just any type of head band. You can omit the feathers altogether and use construction paper cut into feather shapes, you can use glitter, sequins, etc. to embellish the headbands, you can go hog-wild and create a chief’s head dress. It all depends on how much work you want to do for a project that they will probably tear up before the day is through. Keep in mind that this is a good opportunity to talk to your children about the role that Indians played in the first Thanksgiving.
What You’ll Need:
- Brown construction paper
- Stapler
- Glue
- Feathers
- Markers
What To Do:
1. Cut the brown paper into strips for the head band. Decorate the strips of paper with American Indian markings (optional).
2. Measure your child’s head for fit and staple it in place.
3. Glue feathers onto the band so that they stick up.
Very easy kid Thanksgiving craft idea! If you’re on a budget this year — like so many of us are — just use scrap construction pieces and cut out your own feathers!
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the simple crafts are the best crafts! thanks!
michele
I use brown paper grocery bags for the headband . Not easy to find these days in the markets, but if you ask, they have them. Usually I do the construction paper feathers, but this yr. invested in some feathers from Michael’s…..Or have saved bird feathers the kids find in the yard just for their Indian headbands…crow or bluejay feathers..They work, too!! You can also make Indian vests from the paper bags if you measure and cut them correctly and fringe the bottoms. The kids love to dress up!!!
I liked it. It is simle and attractive
thanks
Great idea MJ!