What could be more joyful than a handmade bracelet made with love! This simple and colourful craft is perfect for preschool-aged children — it develops fine motor skills, colour recognition and fills the day with creativity. The result? A unique little bracelet that your child will want to wear or give as a gift to someone special!
What You'll Need
- Eco-friendly straws in various colours
- A rubber band or piece of string
- Scissors
Step-by-Step Instructions
This straw bracelet is a quick, easy and budget-friendly craft!
Step 1 — Cut the straws. This is great practice for scissor skills, though it's up to you to decide whether your little one is ready to use scissors independently.
Step 2 — Thread the pieces. Help your child thread the straw pieces onto the rubber band or string, then tie a knot to complete the bracelet.
So much to learn from this activity! It's wonderful for developing fine motor skills. Children can create patterns, experiment with the size of the pieces they cut, and take ownership of the design by choosing their own colours.
As you play and create together, sort the straws by colour. Talk about size, measure the pieces, and discuss which group has the most or the fewest. Talk about which bracelet is long and which is short.
If your child would like to give their bracelet as a gift, talk about the person who will receive it — for example, discuss their favourite colours and what they like. This teaches your child to think from another person's perspective, and also encourages generosity and caring for others!
