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2 popsicle stick rockets

Rocket Popsicle Stick Craft For Kids

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Drying Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
This rocket popsicle stick craft is such a fun space activity for kids to make!
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Author: Sam
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Materials

  • Popsicle sticks
  • Scissors
  • Glue dots
  • Glue
  • Paint we use acrylic paint
  • Paintbrush
  • Colored cardstock or construction paper
  • Rocket template

Instructions

  • Download the rocket template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
  • Take 2 popsicle sticks and cut them into 2" lengths. Line up 5 popsicle sticks to form a rectangle, then using the glue dots, attach the cut popsicle sticks onto the top, middle, and bottom of the rectangle. If you prefer, you can also use hot glue to attach it together.
  • Paint the popsicle sticks in 1-2 thin coats of paint. Let dry completely before moving on.
  • Begin to glue the rocket together by gluing the tip to the top of the rocket.
  • Next, create the windows by gluing the window to the window frames. Take the completed windows in glue them in the middle of the rocket.
  • Create the bottom of the rocket by gluing the flame to the back of the engine. Place the completed engine to the back and bottom of the rocketship and glue it in place.
  • Finish off the rocket by gluing the fins to the bottom of each side of the rocket base.