| This is an easy fun thing to do on a rainy day. | | | | and scissors. As well as a ruler and pencil for |
| Paper chains can be really good decorations for all | | | | marking the paper for cutting into strips. |
| occasions, not just Christmas. | | | | If you are using A4 size paper, then cutting the |
| No matter what special event you are planning, | | | | paper across and making the strips about 2cm or |
| paper chains will be an appropriate decoration to | | | | ¾ inch wide will give you 14 strips per |
| have. Whether you are using bright colours for a | | | | sheet. |
| birthday party or traditional colours, like red and | | | | Mark and cut up the paper strips keeping the |
| green for Christmas, making paper chains will help | | | | different colours separate. |
| to include your children in preparing for any event. | | | | To Make the Paper Chain |
| Including some metallic papers can make the | | | | Start with one strip, form a loop and place some |
| decorations sparkle in the evening lights. | | | | glue one end to fix. |
| Paper chains can be hung from the ceiling, fixed | | | | Thread the next paper strip through the first loop, |
| around doors and windows, or draped over | | | | form into a loop and glue as before. |
| furniture. Don't forget you can put them on the | | | | Carry on changing the colour of the strips for a |
| Christmas tree too. | | | | vibrant result. |
| Get the Supplies Together | | | | It's a great way for everyone to take part in the |
| All you need is some coloured papers, paper glue, | | | | organizing of special occasions. |