If your children love space, this toilet paper roll rocket craft is an easy and fun project to try. Using a cardboard tube and simple supplies like paper, glue, and crayons, kids can build their own rockets complete with flames and windows.
This is a great preschool craft, perfect for a space unit in school or a STEM-themed activity at home.
How to make a loo roll rocket that flies
Materials You’ll Need
- Toilet paper roll or cardboard tube
- Construction paper in different colours (red, orange, yellow for flames)
- Scissors
- Glue stick or tape
- Crayons, pens, washi tape or stickers for decoration
- Optional: aluminium foil for a shiny rocket body
Instructions
- Make the Rocket Body – Wrap the toilet paper roll with coloured or foil paper. Glue in place.
- Add Windows – Cut out small round circles of paper for rocket windows. Glue them to the side.
- Make the Flames – Cut out flame shapes (red, orange, yellow). Layer them inside the bottom end of the tube and glue in place.
- Decorate Your Rocket – Use crayons, pens, or stickers to personalise your rocket. Add stars, rainbows, or even astronauts in the windows!
- Thread string through a straw, tape on a blown-up balloon, and race it across the room.
Variations & Ideas
- Space Unit Tie-In – Teach kids about the solar system or the history of space rockets.
- Party Favors – Turn decorated rockets into goodie bags by filling them with sweets or stickers.
- Fireworks Craft – Swap rocket windows for shiny stars and use streamers instead of flames for a New Year’s or July 4th theme.
Why Families Love This Craft
Works as both a fun craft and an educational STEM project.
Perfect for kids of all ages, from preschoolers to older children.
Encourages creativity while reusing leftover rolls.
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