Knight Crafts for Boys
Medieval knights are a fascinating topic to most children. Boys enjoy dressing up like knights and practicing swordplay. There are many options for crafts on this theme, things that children can make with and without parental assistance. The crafts you choose depend on how much time and effort you wish to put into this activity.
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Shield
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Create a shield using plywood or sturdy cardboard. Cut a shield shape, which is flat across the top and straight down about two-thirds of the way down the sides. Taper the shape to a point at the bottom. Drill two holes into the center of the shield, about 4 to 6 inches apart. String a piece of rope or twine through the holes to create a handle. Using spray paint, cover the shield in silver paint. Once it has dried, allow the child to decorate the shield with acrylic paint.
Armor
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Take sturdy cardboard and measure the child's torso. Cut two identical pieces slightly larger than the torso size. Cut a scooped neckline. Punch holes in the shoulder pieces and on the sides, and use thread or twine to hold the front and back pieces together. Spray paint the armor with silver paint and then, if desired, allow the child to decorate the front of the armor piece with acrylic paints.
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Helmet
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Take a plastic ball and cut it in half. The ball should be able to fit on the child's head without obscuring his vision. Spray paint the ball silver. Attach a sheet of fabric or construction paper that has also been painted silver to the back bottom edge of the helmet to create a neck guard. Staple a piece of rubber band or elastic to the front part of the helmet to create a chin strap.
Tunic
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Take a plain oversize T-shirt, ideally in white. Cut the bottom in a repeated small-square pattern. Have the child decorate the front of the shirt with acrylic paint, if desired. Once it is dry, the child can wear it with a piece of string or twine used as a belt.
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