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This is a little rainy day paper plate umbrella craft that we made last year. I brought the idea back out as it’s was easy, fun and then of course the boys like to play with the umbrellas.

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This is also a great craft for learning about the letter U in preschool. I hope this fun little activity helps you entertain the kids in the rain.

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Rainy Day Paper Plate Umbrella Craft

This is a little rainy day paper plate umbrella craft that we made last year. I brought the idea back out as it’s was easy, fun and then of course the boys like to play with the umbrellas.

This is also a great craft for learning about the letter U in preschool. I hope this fun little activity helps you entertain the kids in the rain.

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Take 2 pipe cleaners & twist them together.

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