Making Friendship Bracelets

Beads or braided string turned into a wearable creation for a friend or family member.

Steps

1. Set out colorful beads and a piece of stretchy cord, or three strands of embroidery floss for braiding.
2. Show your preschooler how to thread beads onto the cord, or start a simple three-strand braid.
3. Let them choose their own color pattern and keep going until it’s long enough for a wrist.
4. Tie off the ends and help them give it to someone special.

Notes

Beading is easier for younger preschoolers; braiding is a great stretch skill for older ones.