Kids Can Light Up Their Fourth of July with These 5 Creative Activities to Keep Them Entertained (Exclusive)

Nicole Jaques, host of 'The Home CEO' podcast, shares her Independence Day craft ideas with PEOPLE

With the Fourth of July falling on a Thursday this year, some parents may be left scrambling as to how to entertain their little ones during the long weekend.

Although the holiday can call for a lot of family time, there are so many creative ways to keep kids busy during the downtime. Nicole Jaques, host of The Home CEO Podcast, is sharing a few of her favorite activities to help little ones stay engaged throughout their time off.

DIY Patriotic T-Shirts

Parents can provide their kids with plain white T-shirts, as well as red, white and blue fabric paints, stencils of stars and stripes, and tie-dye kits. Kids can then create their own patriotic shirts to wear during the fireworks celebrations, making their own unique designs.

Flag Making Craft

Set up a crafting station with cardstock, stickers, markers and glitter glue. Kids can design and create their own American flags or flags that represent what the Fourth of July means to them.

Red, White and Blue Bubble Blowing

Parents will mix their own bubble solution and add a few drops of red and blue organic food coloring. Have bubble wands and trays for each color and let kids blow patriotic bubbles.

Patriotic Parade on Wheels

Have a parade where kids can decorate their bikes, scooters or skateboards with streamers, balloons and American flags. Choose a safe area such as a driveway or a quiet street where kids can parade around proudly, showing off their decorated rides.

Star-Spangled Slime

Make slime with kids using clear or white glue, baking soda and saline solution. Add red and blue glitter or sequins to fit the patriotic theme. Not only is this a fun activity, but it gives kids something cool to take home.

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