Materials
9" x 12" or 12" x 18" (22.5 cm x 30 cm or 30 cm x 45 cm) dark-colored construction paper Glitter
Star-shaped cookie cutters Styrofoam tray
Glue
Newspapers
Instructions
1. Study the stars with pictures of constellations, books and even a visit to the planetarium.
2. Let the children choose their paper and write their names on one side.
3. Pour a thin pool of glue into the Styrofoam tray. Children dip the cookie cutters into the glue and press them on their paper. Repeat as needed to create the constellation the child has imagined.
4. Sprinkle glitter over the paper, tilt the paper gently to cover all glued areas. Shake off the excess and reserve. Lay the papers flat to dry.
