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We’ve put together a collection of craft ideas using straws that are perfect for elementary school kids.

In crafts, straws often seem to play a supporting role, don’t they?

But in fact, by taking advantage of their round, slender shape, you can make just about anything— from everyday toys to stylish, cute items—depending on your ideas.

For elementary schoolers, straw crafts are sure to shine as summer vacation homework, and they’re also great for everyday parent-child fun!

Take this opportunity to enjoy making crafts with straws!

Fun crafts using straws (1–10)

magic wand

It’s a magical wand that not only looks cute, but also makes a fun rattling sound when you shake it, boosting the enjoyment.

The motif at the tip isn’t related to the sound, so let’s focus on designing something more playful and glamorous.

The handle uses a straw, and by leaving some space inside and adding beads, it creates the sound mechanism.

Choosing bead colors to match the motif—and not just making it flashy—while keeping the overall look cohesive is also recommended.

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flower(s)

How to Make Flowers with Straws | DIY: Straw Flowers

flower(s)

These are small flower motifs made using drinking straws.

By arranging the finished pieces into a bouquet, you can create a beautiful work.

You add fine slits to the straw, then roll it up by wrapping it around a bamboo skewer or similar tool, forming a spread that resembles petals.

Changing the colors of the petals and the center is also key—it emphasizes a colorful look and adds a sense of realism.

Because there are many detailed steps—like cutting the slits and wrapping—it’s a craft that really tests your concentration.

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spinning top

How to spin a top — teach children how to spin a top.

spinning top

How about making a spinning top that twirls using two paper plates and a straw? First, decorate one paper plate with pens or stickers.

Using bright colors or adding a spiral pattern will make it look beautiful when it spins.

After decorating, cut a straight slit in the other paper plate from the rim toward the center.

Then bend the plate and shape it into a cone, and secure it with tape.

Next, place the decorated plate on top like a lid and attach it to the cone-shaped plate.

Finally, attach a straw with a slit cut into its center to the middle of the plates, and you’re done.

Hold the straw and give it a strong spin—the top will twirl smoothly.

Once you’ve made it, spin it a lot and have fun!

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straw airplane

Straw Airplane – Easy and Flies Well ❤︎ DIY/Tutorial/How to Make a Straw Airplane/Easy Craft ❤︎ #760

straw airplane

Here’s how to make a straw airplane using a straw and construction paper.

Many households probably have these on hand, so you can make one right away! It’s very simple: prepare two long, narrow strips of construction paper in different lengths, form each into a ring, and attach them to the front and back of the straw.

Any type of straw is fine, but if you’re using a bendy straw, cut off the flexible section.

Changing the length or thickness of the straw will affect how it flies, so try making several and see which one flies best—or discover ones that fly in interesting ways!

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bracelet

DIY Straw Bracelet: Super Easy! Kids' Craft – How to Make a Straw Bracelet (Super Simple Straw Bracelet Making)

bracelet

Here’s a truly surprising idea: the “straw bracelet”! The amazing part is that you use a pencil sharpener to shape the straw.

Shave the straw with a pencil sharpener and it instantly turns into a bracelet-like ring! Give it a try and make some cute, colorful bracelets!

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