How to Make a Fairy Wand With Paper

Paper wands make excellent fairy costume prop.

According to Joan Almon, coordinator of the Alliance for Childhood in the United States, creative play is vital to a child's mental health and development. The use of props, such as a fairy wand, can be an excellent way to stimulate creative play and spark a child's imagination. Crafts are also engaging and educational, so instead of purchasing a wand, spend some quality time with your child and make one together. All it takes is a few items you probably have in your home office or craft box.

Things You'll Need

• Paper
• Tape
• Scissors
• Pencil
• Star template
• Hot glue
• Craft supplies and embellishments
• Ribbon or streamers

Instructions

1. Roll up a piece of paper tightly into a narrow tube shape. Tape down the seam in a few places to secure it. Trim to desired length.

2. Trace two identical stars on heavy paper or cardboard. If you don't have a template, cut out a coloring book image for a guideline or use a cookie cutter as a template. Cut out the stars.

3. Place the tip of the tube between the two stars and hot-glue the stars together, affixing them to the tube.

4. Give your child craft supplies like glue, glitter, craft gems, markers and crayons. Allow her to decorate the wand in any way she desires.

5. Tie ribbons or streamers around the wand just below the star for a fancy touch.

References

• Waldorf Research Institute: The Vital Role of Play in Early Childhood Education