Shape Rocket Craft For Kids [Free Template]

This rocket activity for kids is great for the youngest crafters because it’s made from basic shapes like rectangles, triangles, and circles.

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Kids will be able to sort the shapes, talk about colors, and, most importantly, have fun!

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Supplies

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Download the rocket template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Take a piece of black, dark blue, or dark purple paper and paint it to look like space.

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Glue the rocket decoration piece to the bottom of the main rocket piece.

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Place the window frame in the middle of the rocket and glue it in place. Next, take the window and glue it in the middle of the frame.

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Place the side fins at the bottom of the rocket body and glue them to the back of it.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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