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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

The history of Piñatas reveals many interesting facts that go beyond

the playing of a game.

To learn more about the History of Piñatas…

http://www.mexconnect.com/mex_/travel/wdevlin/wdpinatahistory.html

click here

Birthday Parties

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Posada -Christmas Celebrations

Arts & Crafts

and just for FUN!!!

Inside the Piñata…

Toys

Candy

You can put anything you like.You can put anything you like.

Materials Needed1. Glue2. Starch3. Newspaper4. Scissors5. Different Colored Tissue paper6. Large Balloon

Blow up a large balloon and tie the end

Cut the newspaper into long 1 inch thick strips and dip into the starch mixture

Carefully place the strips on the balloon until it is covered, leaving a hole at the top

Set aside and let the balloon dry

Place another layer of newspaper dipped in the mixture over the balloon and let dry

When dry, pop and remove the balloon

Cut strips of tissue paper (10 in. long/2.5 in. high) Fold each strip of tissue paper in half and cut along the folded side vertically

Open it flat and fold it again but to the other side Glue the colored tissue paper on the piñata and repeat until the balloon is completely coveredIf desired, hang colored crepe paper from the sides and bottom Punch 2 small holes in the top near the opening and string a large piece of string through the two holes Fill your piñata with candy, toys, or any other fun surprisesTie your piñata in the air with the string and have fun!

Project Due Date: 10/12/05