Paper diamond kite

How to make it

1. 

   1

   Make the cross

   Lay the short dowel across the long one, a quarter of the way down. Tie them tightly with string.

2. 

   2

   Run the string frame

   Run string around all 4 ends to make a diamond. Tape it at each tip.

3. 

   3

   Cut the sail

   Lay the frame on the paper. Cut around it, leaving a 1 in border.

4. 

   4

   Tape the sail on

   Fold the border over the string and tape it all the way around.

5. 

   5

   Decorate it

   Grandkids draw on the sail with markers.

6. 

   6

   Add the bridle and tail

   Tie the flying string where the sticks cross. Tape a long ribbon tail at the bottom.

7. 

   7

   Fly it

   Choose an open field with a steady breeze. You hold the string while they run.