Wind Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers

1. Paper bag kite     (both toddler and preschool)

Source:https://eastcoastmommyblog.blogspot.com/2011/10/homemade-kites.html

Material:

1. Small paper bag

2. Crepe paper in a variety of colors

3. Kite string

4. Popsicle stick

5. Hole punch

6. Scissors

7. Glue

8. Color coding labels to reinforce holes

Go to source for full instructions.

2. CD Wind Spinner       (both toddler and preschool)

Source: https://happyhooligans.ca

Materials:

1. Old CD

2. Fishing line

3. Sequins

4. Tacky glue

See source for complete instructions.

3. Wind Chime   (preschool)

I combined ideas from  https://www.firstpalette.com/craft/beaded-wind-chimes.html  AND 

http://theinspiredhome.org/crafts-kids-diy-beaded-wind-chime/

Material:

1. Plastic cup 

2. String

3. Beads

4. Sequins to decorate cup

5. Metal washers or jingle bells 

6. Hole punch

7. Straws to cut in small pieces

8. Hot glue gun

Notes:

1. I didn't worry about paint since it would likely wash off on a rainy day.

2. The inspiredhome.org suggested tying a bead to the knot on the inside of the bottom of the cup. I decided to use add a bead to the string creating the handle of the wind chime itself as well to prevent it falling through the hole.

3. I only required children to make at least three strands. They could use up to 15 beads per strand.

4. DIY Windsock   (both toddler and preschool)

Source: https://www.123homeschool4me.com/simple-windsock-spring-craft-for-kids_39/

Materials:

1. Pipe cleaner for handle

2. Cardstock for body of windsock

3. Hole punch for handle

4. Tape

5. Sequins to decorate cardstock

6. Crepe paper to make a tail

See source for complete instructions.