Educator ResourceS

Why 'Kai Po Che: Mini's Perfect Kite'is a perfect choice for schools and kids at home:

• Encourage a growth mindset

• It invites movement, art, and STEAM exploration.

• Builds empathy and confidence

• Mini models perseverance, kids can relate to.

• Fun, uplifting read-aloud.

• Celebrates cultural diversity and inclusion

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4 F's: Fold, Frame, Fasten, Fly! 🪁

Here’s how each step breaks down:

1. Fold – Shape the kite body with folds.

• Take a sheet of lightweight paper or a construction sheet (or download and print the kite design).

• Fold it in half, bringing the sides together.

• Fold the top corners down at an angle to form a kite shape, leaving about 1 inch at the top and 2 inches at the bottom.

2. Frame – Add sticks to build its skeleton.

• Tape a strip down the center to hold the flaps together.

• Tape a straw or skewer across the top for support.

3. Fasten – Attach the tail and string securely

• Punch a hole at the front about one-fourth (1/4th) from the top of the kite and tie a long string through it.

• Tape streamers to the bottom for a tail.

4. Fly – Let it soar into the sky!

• Head outside on a breezy day and fly your kite!

More Resources:

• GnomeRoadPublishersResoures 

• Word Search

• Coloring Sheet

• DIY Kite

• Kite Song