Star Jar - 4th of July Fun #4

I think all kids want to be shining stars!

One of my favorite verse for teaching about shining for Jesus is:
"Let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works, and glorify your father which is in heaven." - Matt. 5:16

This star jar is one of my favorite crafts for teaching about shining for Jesus (from stylist.com):

Supplies: glass jar, star stickers (we just cut stars and letters out of duct tape), spray paint, votive

Directions:
1. Apply stickers (or duct tape cut into shapes) to jar.
2. Spray paint and let dry thoroughly
3. Remove stickers
4. Watch your little stars face light up.
(This is my shining star, Kyah.  We talk about stars often because Kyah means diamond in the sky).
What are your favorite ways to teach about shining for Jesus?

Question: What side to Bring to the 4th of July Picnic? - 4th of July Fun #2

                         Answer: Patriotic Pringles!
These cans are simple and fun to decorate as firecrackers to add spark to your party or take as a side to your friends 4th of July picnic. Who doesn't like Pringles?

Simply poke a small hole and tie a short pipecleaner or string to the lid for the wick.  Then let your kids get creative with red, white, and blue paper, markers, scissors, and glue around the can.

The hard part will be keeping your kids from eating all the Pringles before the party.

Use this activity to spark some conversation about our Christian liberties or being a passionate firecracker for Jesus.

Note: It is helpful to label the lid so that people will know which of the great flavors of Pringles they can expect.

Go to my Pintentional Parenting Page at TheCharacterMom.com or tune in next week for more 4th of July ideas.

 Do you have any ideas for Patriotic parties you would like to share?