This is the time of year when many families gather together to celebrate the holidays. One such holiday is Hanukkah, and a great way to get in the spirit of the season is to construct a paper dreidel!
What You’ll Need:
To make a paper dreidel for Hanukkah, you’ll need the following supplies:
- A sheet of paper
- Scissors
- Tape or glue
- A dreidel template (which you can easily find online)
Instructions:
Start by cutting out the dreidel template from the sheet of paper. Then, use your scissors to make the indicated cuts along the dotted lines of the template.
Now, fold the paper along the solid lines of the template. Make sure to fold the tabs inward, so that they’re tucked inside the dreidel.
Next, it’s time to assemble the dreidel. Use tape or glue to hold the tabs in place, and to join the edges of the paper together. Once you’re done, you should have a complete dreidel!
How to Play:
The dreidel is a traditional toy that’s used by Jewish people during Hanukkah. It has four sides, with different Hebrew letters on each side. To play, you spin the dreidel and see which side it lands on. Each side represents a different action that a player must take:
- נ (Nun) - Do nothing
- ג (Gimmel) - Take everything in the pot
- ה (Hay) - Take half of what’s in the pot
- ש (Shin) - Put one piece of candy into the pot
Players take turns spinning the dreidel, and the game continues until there’s just one person left. It’s a fun and lighthearted way to celebrate the holiday season, and anyone can join in on the fun!
So, there you have it - a simple and fun way to celebrate Hanukkah with your friends and family. With just a sheet of paper and a few basic supplies, you can create a paper dreidel that’s sure to bring a smile to everyone’s faces. Happy holidays!
