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DIY Cool-Off Kindness Fans

Today we are welcoming Courtney from CourtneyDeFeo.com ,who is sharing an super cute fans for  your community .

 Happy Summer LWSL! I’m Courtney and I blog at CourtneyDeFeo.com. I love creating ideas for families that impact the heart of children. Our kids are so capable of making a difference in the world around them. We just have to invite them to the party.

We can take our ordinary moments and summer days and make incredible impressions upon their hearts. Today, I’m sharing how to make a DIY summer fan – with purpose. You can take these fans and cool off your community with kindness. This begins as an ordinary craft and ends as a family experience in generosity. My kids learn much quicker through experiences over lectures. The printables for these fans are not available but head on over to my blog. I’ve got more fun downloads there from lollipop tags to ice cream wrappers and more. I’d love to get to know you and your families.

 

Here is what you need:

1 package of standard paper plates (the sturdier the better)
Tape
Glue stick
Popsicle sticks
Paper Plate
Some design ideas *these printables are no longer available* But feel free to make your own personal design.

 Step 1: Print as many copies of these files as you’d like for your fans. Or, you can have your kids color your own message onto the plates for a very personal effect. Cut the circle out to fit the inner (flat) circle of your plate and then glue the circle onto the plate.

 

Step 2: For handle, glue and tape on two popsicle sticks together.

 Step 3: Make a list before you leave.

 Step 4: Be sure to ask your kids their opinion. Who might need to cool off? Who works hard in your area outside in the summer? Get their minds and hearts engaged in the activity.

Be Prepared For All:

On our journey of doing this year-round, we have encountered tears, hugs and sometimes weird looks. People aren’t sure what to do with random kindness in our world. So don’t let them lose heart – and parents stay close to help explain why you are doing it.

 

“My kids made some fans to help cool off those working really hard outside this summer – as a way to say thanks! (Then, let kids hand them to the person).”

You can pass out 5 or 50. The number doesn’t matter. It’s really about the discussions with your family and getting their hearts focused on others.

For the rest of my Summer Light ‘Em Up – 25 Ways to Teach Generosity this Summer – head on over to my blog. I’ve got more fun downloads there from lollipop tags to ice cream wrappers and more. I’d love to get to know you and your families.

 

How do you teach kindness in your home?

Courtney DeFeo

Courtney DeFeo creates practical ways for families to believe in God and impact others. Author of In This House, We Will Giggle. Creator of ABC Scripture Cards.

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  • I am having a difficult time opening your paper plate printables. Any suggestions?

    Love this idea!

    • HI Dena,

      There was an issue with the printables but it is fixed now!! So sorry about that. It should work for you now. :) Enjoy

      • Thank you so much! I was able to download them this time!

  • Great idea for the UPS guy and mail carrier! Thank you!

  • I think the best way to teach kindness is by modeling it - and that includes being kind to yourself! Our daughters (and sons) don't need to hear us denigrate our bodies, abilities, and minds. And yet, I still struggle with not saying things like "I'm so stupid!" or, "my butt is enormous!" And just typing this, I'm thinking to myself, wow, I sound like an idiot!!! OK, submitting comment now. :)

  • i love your page and articles, i share your info with my daughters, friends, family and young mothers i know they all love everything i share with them. i have 3 grandchildren who would love the verse cards and are the right age for them. God bless you and your family

  • I love the fan idea!! The scripture cards are beautiful!! Thanks for the chance to win!!

  • Very cute idea! When I clicked on the file to print the 'printables' it said the page wasn't available. Any suggestions on how to get these to print? Thanks!

  • I try to teach kindness by role modeling that behavior and praising them when I see them being kind.

  • It's a little hard to teach anything to a baby who isn't born yet! But I try to consider what the child may learn from my actions and attitudes in the future.

  • I hope were teaching kindness by example but I'm feeling now that my kids are starting to get older it's time to do more hands on activities such as these. Thanks for the ideas

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