How to Create a Pamphlet Using Construction Paper

Creating a construction paper pamphlet is simple, and they can be used for many projects including invitations, dinner party décor, school projects, menus and Christmas greetings. Construction paper is a heavier paper that stands up well to glue, paint and marker so it can be decorated in virtually endless ways. Construction paper is also fairly inexpensive paper, which makes using it for projects a thrifty, colorful choice. When creating a construction paper pamphlet, remember that creases will remain visible once they are made, so fold carefully.

Things You'll Need

• Construction paper Ruler Markers Stickers Optional decorations

Instructions

Pamphlet

1. Lay your 8½- by 11-inch piece of construction paper flat on a table.

2. Measure 3½ inches from the right side of the paper. Make a small pencil mark at the top and bottom of the paper. Fold the right side over until the crease is lined up with the marks. Crease the paper.

3. Fold the left side of the paper over to the edge of the crease in the first fold. Leave the first fold in place while you do this.

4. You now have a pamphlet that has a cover and a back, and opens to reveal three panels on the inside.

5. 

   Your pamphlet is now ready to hold information and be decorated any way you choose.

Tips & Warnings

• For pamphlets that will contain text or writing, try using glue or double sided tape to secure a white sheet of paper to one side of the pamphlet before folding. For colorful pamphlets, glue contrasting colors together before folding.

• Generally construction paper does not show pencil marks very well, so write information in ink or marker.

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