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    Home » Patriotic Recipes and Activities

    Patriotic Game for Kids

    Published: Jun 29, 2023 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    If you are hosting a 4th of July BBQ or gathering and have kids attending, here is a simple-to-make Patriotic Game for Kids. I had my kids help me make the game, which truth be told, is very fun for adults as well. If you are having kids at your gathering, you can also try these delicious 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats.

    children playing with balloon
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    • 🧨Why This Craft is Awesome
    • 🖍️Supply Notes
    • 📋Step by Step Instructions
    • ✂️Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Craft FAQs
    • 🎆Related Posts
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    🧨Why This Craft is Awesome

    • This 4th of July game really gets kids moving and laughing. Try it and see for yourself!
    • Kids will be kept busy making it and then playing with it when it dries
    • Easy to make this 4th of July party game using supplies you probably already have at home.
    • This fourth of July game can be made for Independence day or even Memorial day.


    🖍️Supply Notes

    • Paper plates - Plain white ones
    • Red, white and blue paint - Tempera paint
    • Large red popsicle sticks - Kids will hold on to these as they swing the paddle
    • Masking tape - To attach the popsicle stick
    • Red and blue balloons - Kids will try to keep these in the air with their paddles
    tape, paint, balloons, paper plates.


    📋Step by Step Instructions

    STEP 1: Have the kids paint red, white and blue stripes on the curved side of two paper plates so the plates have the colors of the American flag. We used different paint brushes for each color so we didn't have to constantly keep cleaning the brushes.

    red white and blue paper plate.

    STEP 2: Allow the plates to dry. When they have dried, place a large, heavy book on top of them overnight to prevent them from curling up.

    STEP 3: When that is done, use some masking tape to attach the large, red popsicle sticks to the backs of both plates.

    red popsicle stick taped to a white paper plate.

    Now the paddles for your patriotic game are ready.

    red, white and blue paddles made from plates.

    Blow up the balloons and you are ready to play! We tried a few variations with this fun patriotic game for kids. One way to play is like a tennis game where the kids swat the balloon back and forth to each other.

    child outdoors chasing balloon.

    My kids burned off lots of energy chasing these balloons around in this patriotic activities. Try this game for kids at your 4th of July gathering!

    playing a patriotic game for kids.

    ✂️Expert Tips

    Tip 1: A little wind makes this game a lot more fun and challenging.

    Tip 2: A fun way to play is to give each child one paddle and one balloon and see who can use the paddle to keep their balloon up in the air the longest. It is always fun to watch the kids (and adults!) twist and jump to keep the balloon from hitting the ground.

    Tip 3: If you are playing this with a lot of kids, you can award prizes or ribbons for the winners.


    🤷🏻‍♀️Craft FAQs

    Do you need to flatten the paper plate?

    It is not required, but if you don't the plate may curl up, making it harder to hit the balloon. You can always let it dry and see how it looks.

    Do I need white paint since the plate is already white?

    No, you do not. You can use red and blue paint and leave the plate blank for the white stripe.

    Can I use glue to attach the popsicle stick?

    The tape adheres much better and ensures that the stick won't come unattached while playing.


    🎆Related Posts

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    • Patriotic Painting with Bubble Wrap
    • Bomb Pop Patriotic Cupcakes

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    Patriotic Game for Kids

    If you are hosting a 4th of July BBQ or gathering and have kids attending, here is a simple-to make Patriotic Game for Kids. I had my kids help me make the game.
    Author: Vicky

    Materials

    • Paper plates plain white
    • Paint brushes
    • Red, white and blue paint
    • Large red popsicle sticks
    • Masking tape 
    • Red and blue balloons 

    Instructions

    • Have kids paint red, white and blue stripes on the curved side of two plain, white paper plates. 
    • Allow the plates to dry. When they have dried, place a large, heavy book on top of them overnight to prevent them from curling up.
    • After, use some masking tape to attach the large, red popsicle sticks to the backs of both plates.
    • The paddles are ready.
    • Blow up the balloons and you are ready to play.
    • Play like a tennis game where the kids swat the balloon back and forth to each other.

    Notes

    • A little wind makes this game a lot more fun and challenging.
    • A fun way to play is to give each child one paddle and one balloon and see who can use the paddle to keep their balloon up in the air the longest. It is always fun to watch the kids (and adults!) twist and jump to keep the balloon from hitting the ground.
     

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      August 21, 2018 at 9:40 am

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    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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