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Make a Cardboard Tube Telescope with Your Kids

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Make a Cardboard Tube Telescope with Your Kids

Do you have an empty paper towel roll? Then you're already halfway to making a fun and imaginative DIY telescope with your child! This simple craft turns everyday materials into a tool for discovery—perfect for watching birds, spotting airplanes, or even searching the night sky.

What You’ll Need:

  • Cardstock

  • Cardboard tube (paper towel or toilet paper roll)

  • Rubber bands

  • Stickers

  • Markers


How to Make It:

  1. Wrap It:
    Roll a piece of cardstock over the cardboard tube and secure it with rubber bands.

  2. Decorate:
    Let your child decorate their telescope using markers, stickers, or anything else they like.

  3. Extend:
    Pull the cardstock slightly to create a “telescoping” effect. Now it’s ready to explore!

     

    Activities by Age:

    Younger Kids:
    Telescopes are perfect for birdwatching! Head outside or look through a window and ask your child where they might see birds—in a tree? On the grass? In the sky? Encourage them to find birds and describe what they see through their telescope.

    Older Kids:
    At dusk, take the telescope outside to spot stars, airplanes, or satellites. Use a stargazing app or book to help them identify constellations. Maybe you’ll even catch a shooting star!

    This easy activity turns crafting into an adventure. It encourages kids to observe, ask questions, and connect with the world around them.

    Looking for more fun crafts like this?
    Check out The Highlights Book of Things to Do, packed with creative activities for curious kids.
    👉 Credit: https://parents.highlights.com/how-to-make-diy-telescope

     

For more crafts like this DIY Telescope, check out The Highlights Book of Things to Do.


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