How to Make a Witch's Broom in String Games
String games have been played for centuries in cultures all around the world. Some say there are over 750 string games and string figures to be made. From the Eskimos of the polar north to the natives of the warm Pacific, string games fascinate people everywhere. Today's child is no exception. Teaching kids string games is an excellent way to develop eye-hand coordination, critical thinking and a sense of imagination. Unplug your child from the digital world for just a little while and introduce him to this fun activity. Teach your child how to make a witch's broom from string in just a few minutes. It will be a fun activity he can do anytime, anywhere. To teach a group of children how to make the witch's broom just have yarn for everyone.
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Instructions
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Cut a yard's length of yarn from a spool. Tie the two ends together and trim the excess string. Pull on the string to be sure that the knot is secure and the yarn won't slip. Adults could melt the two ends together by burning them over a match or candle flame.
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Run the string across both of your palms. The string should be tucked behind thumbs and pinky fingers.
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Use the index finger of your right hand and slide it under the string that is running across your left palm. Don't pull back your hands, keep them close. Using the same finger make a second loop around it. You should now have two loops around your index finger. Slowly pull your hands apart again until the yarn is taut.
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Reach with your left index finger, and hook the string that is running across the palm of your right hand. Reach through your newly made loop to pick up your string. Slowly pull your hands apart again until the yarn is taut.
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Drop the string hooks from the thumb and pinky finger of your right hand. Pull the hands apart carefully until the strings are nice and tight. You should now see a witch's broom.
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Tips & Warnings
Practice makes perfect. Don't be discouraged if you don't succeed at first. Keep trying. Use different types of string, like dainty rope cord, nylon or even leather strings. For littler hands, make the string length a bit smaller. The child should be able to work the strings with about a foot's distance between his hands.
Toddlers may not have the coordination needed to work the strings. The string toy may also be a choking hazard for small children.
