Prepare: for each student:

• -trace kite pattern on white trash bags and cut.(mark top with mark to identify)
• -about 10 yards of kite twine wrapped around cardboard pieces
• -1 bridle each - 36" of kite twine
• -2 - 12" spines (skewers or cut bamboo blinds )(skewers do have points which are dangerous, please cut.)
• -2 black trash bag tails for kites (strips about 1"x15")
• -masking tape pieces

Procedure:

1. Give each student one kite piece. Have them lay it out in front of them with marking on top.
2. Have them tape 12" spines on kite.
3. Tape bridle to each side. Find center of bridle. Tie a knot, leaving a small loop to attach twine.
4. Tape down tails.
5. Tie your flying line to the center of the bridle.
6. Go fly a kite.

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