The importance of instilling the concept of...
Pin the tail on the donkey is a classic party game for kids. This 4th of July get your kids dizzy with excitment while playing the game: "Pin the Stars on Uncle Sam." Gently spin them around three times and then let them try to pin the stars on.... his nose!
Craft foam stars or card board stars (different colors for each player)
Poster-Tack or any reusable Adhesive
Preparation:
Print the Uncle Sam printable and laminate, or cover with clear contact paper for extra strength. Add the Poster-Tac to the back of the stars. Attach the poster at eye level on a wall.
Have the children line up in single file and hand out a star to each child.
Blindfold the first child and gently spin him/her around three times.
Point the blindfolded child towards the Uncle Sam picture.
Encourage the child to place the star on Uncle Sam.
Once every child has had a turn, the child with the most points wins the game.
Variation: For more fun ask children to try to pin the star on Uncle Sam's nose, eyes, etc.
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