Memorial Day serves as an important reminder of the brave men and women who have served and given their lives for our country. This year, the annual holiday, which is celebrated on the last Monday in May, falls on May 25, 2009.
So gather up the kids and create your very own unique and personalized Memorial Day crafts. Besides making memories, you’ll have fun, save money and learn about the holiday all at the same time.
Memorial Day Crafts for Kids:
Memorial Day Flags:
- Hand Print Flag – You’ll need mural paper and paint for this project.
- Parade Flags – Print out the templates and follow directions for these fun little flags.
- American Flag Wall Hanging – You’ll need some special materials to make this colorful craft.
Memorial Day Pinwheels:
- HP Stars and Stripes Pinwheels - There are two steps for this activity, the template and the instructions.
- Patriotic Pinwheel – Make this craft out of construction paper.
- See-Through Pinwheels - Who doesn't love pinwheels?
Miscellaneous Memorial Day Crafts:
- Patriotic Quilt
- Freedom Hat - Make it and wear it to the parade.
- Red, White and Blue Bracelet - Make this bracelet out of simple construction paper.
- 3D Stars - There are two steps for this Memorial Day craft, the template and directions.
Paper Chain - Make this Memorial Day paper chain and hang it. - Patriotic Wind Sock - This will be blowin' in the wind in no time!
- Patriotic Pot Craft – Re-use and recycle an old Terracotta or other planting pot to make this fun craft.
- Homeschooling About Memorial Day Door Hangers - This printable project is a wonderful way to remember Memorial Day. To make, print with color printer, cut along dotted lines, cutting out the circled areas. Laminate for added durability and hang on door knobs.
- DLTK-Cards Custom Writing Paper – DLTK-Cards offers this fully customizable project for children. Just select the design and follow the prompts to create a customized design and print.
For more Memorial Day fun and games for kids, read Memorial Day Activities for Kids. Happy Memorial Day!
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