Make an easy and fun craft stick rocket with your kids. This simple DIY rocket craft is perfect for preschoolers and young kids using basic supplies like craft sticks, paper, and glue.
Looking for a fun and easy activity for kids? Try this craft stick rocket craft! It’s simple, colorful, and easy for kids to make. We made these rockets at home last weekend, and my kids had a blast.
This craft is great for preschoolers and early elementary kids. It’s easy to set up, and it helps with cutting, gluing, and fine motor skills.
We loved how creative this simple project turned out. Each rocket looked different, and the kids were so proud to show them off.
Give it a try—your little astronauts will love it. This kids craft includes a free printable template to make it even easier.
This simple craft can be completed with just a few materials. Simply print the free template (see link below), grab some craft sticks, paint, and glue. Then, let your child’s imagination decorate his rocket.
This craft is perfect for kids who love space and rockets.
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Craft Stick Rocket Supplies
- Free printable rocket template (see link below)
- Craft sticks (popsicle sticks)
- Glue
- Paint
- Paint brush
- Colored card stock paper (optional)
- Scissors
- Tape
How To Make A Craft Stick Rocket
For a video tutorial on how to make a craft stick rocket, please watch the YouTube video below.
Step 1: Paint 2 craft sticks.
Paint 2 craft sticks and let paint dry completely. We painted our craft sticks red.
You can also use pre-painted craft sticks, to make this simple craft even easier.
Step 2: Print the free printable rocket template.
To print the free rocket template, click on the link below.
The free template is for personal use or classroom use only. It cannot be edited. Feel free to print as many copies as you need.
Click here to print the free printable rocket template.
Step 3: Color and cut out the rocket shapes.
Using your favorite coloring medium (markers, crayons), color the rocket shapes from the free template. Then, cut out the rocket shapes.
Or you could use the shapes on the template as a stencil and cut out the shapes from colored paper.
Step 4: Tape the craft sticks together.
Tape the 2 painted craft sticks together. We found it easier to put a couple of pieces of tape on the back of 2 craft sticks (instead of glue) to hold them together.
Step 5: Glue the rocket shapes on your craft sticks.
Glue the smaller triangle to the top of the craft sticks.
Then, glue the larger triangle to the bottom of the craft sticks. Make sure this triangle is glued behind the craft sticks (this will be the fins of the rocket).
Glue the flames below the rocket.
Finally, glue the stars to the craft stick rocket.
I hope you enjoy making this popsicle stick rocket craft with your kids.
Once everything dries, your rocket is ready to zoom! You can use them for pretend play, a classroom activity, or even turn them into bookmarks.
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