{"id":55875,"date":"2025-08-01T11:50:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T03:50:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=55875"},"modified":"2025-08-01T11:46:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T03:46:46","slug":"kindergarten-merdeka-art-and-craft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/kindergarten-merdeka-art-and-craft\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Easy Merdeka Art And Craft Ideas To Spark Patriotism In Little Ones This National Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">August has arrived and you know what that means\u2014it\u2019s Merdeka month in Malaysia! There\u2019s a lot to be proud of as this year marks 66 years of harmony and unity in this melting pot of cultures we call home. It\u2019s an inherent part of our identity as Malaysians, so it\u2019s important to introduce the significance of Merdeka to our <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anak-anak<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Malaysia. A fun way to do that is through these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergarten <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">friendly <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merdeka art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> projects. They\u2019ll do more than sharpen your little one\u2019s fine motor skills, because they\u2019ll also spark conversation, patriotism, and celebrate all things Malaysian.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fun And Easy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kindergarten Merdeka Art And Craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ideas For Preschoolers<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re a parent or a teacher, we\u2019ve rounded up 17 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergarten <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">friendly <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merdeka <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ideas that are great for kids to try.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.\u00a0 \u00a0Jalur Gemilang (Malaysia Flag) Stamping Art<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Capan Jalur Gemilang - Capan Bendera Malaysia \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfe  \u538b\u5370\u9a6c\u6765\u897f\u4e9a\u56fd\u65d7 \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfe\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gH8Yj7Opr1w?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inculcate patriotism and train your child\u2019s focus with this simple stamping project. If you don\u2019t have the time to painstakingly draw the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/malaysia\/flag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malaysia flag<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, simply <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Printers-Scanners-Photocopy-Machines-cat.11000910.11000960.11000964\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">print out<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the outline template. Then prepare some safe, non-toxic paint for the kids and a couple of cotton buds, and let them fill in the flag. In between, you could even tell the kids the history as well as the symbolic meaning behind the flag\u2019s design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malaysia flag<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/etc.usf.edu\/clipart\/72200\/72205\/72205_my_flag_bw.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">outline template<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/HOT-ITEM-**-AC-Crayola-2oz-Washable-Kids-Paint-10ct-Classic-Colors-Non-Toxic-Easy-To-Wash-for-children-i.27986210.3500049174\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washable paint<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Premier-Cotton-Bud-640-Tips-i.52784309.10849067073\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cotton buds<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Pinwheel<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CrafterPillar - D-I-Y MERDEKA PINWHEEL\" width=\"1170\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2B3rQisVwyk?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s great about this Merdeka pinwheel is that it doesn\u2019t require any prep at all! You can purchase the entire set, so all your kiddo needs to do is colour in the stripes, moon, and star, then assemble the pinwheel. Paint, colour, or stamp\u2014anything goes as long as they\u2019re in the colours of the national flag.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/730Baby-10-pk-Merdeka-Flower-Pinwheel-Festival-Toys-DIY-Children-Art-Craft-Windmill-Mainan-Kanak-kanak-i.316681730.5860559001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY pinwheel set<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/watercolour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watercolour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/colour%20pencil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coloured pencils<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Headpiece<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Make a Merdeka-themed Headpiece | Fun Learning with Q-dees\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ol8I6q47f9A?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another easy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merdeka art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> idea for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergarten<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> kids is this Merdeka headpiece. Since the illustration features a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malaysia flag<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the hibiscus, and Twin Towers, it provides great talking points for parents and teachers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/ixfjvmi2tvw88nc\/Q-dees%20Negaraku%20Merdeka-Headpiece%20Craft%20Template.pdf?dl=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headpiece template<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coloured pencils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/manila%20card\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manila card<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/tape\/cellophane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cellophane tape<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4.\u00a0 \u00a0National Day Ribbon<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"KRAF TANGAN HARI KEMERDEKAAN -Reben Penghargaan \u2764 \u56fd\u5e86\u65e5\u624b\u5de5\uff0d\u5956\u72b6 \u2764 Malaysia&#039;s National Day Award Rebbon\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3QihgJA6oc0?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your child champion National Day by wearing this DIY rosette fashioned after our <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jalur Gemilang<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Although it looks intricate, it\u2019s relatively easy if you follow the tutorial closely. The only thing that\u2019s time-consuming is cutting the strips of paper and pasting them together. But mum and dad can join in on the fun too!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Lucky-Star-A4-80GSM-Colour-Paper-(25-Sheets-Pkt)-Dark-Light-Cyber-Special-Colour--i.112733959.12404118497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colour paper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in red and white<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/CHUNBE-Stationary-Water-Glue-Multipurpose-Adhesive-Latex-Roller-Glue-(40ml-50ml-160ml)-i.253697884.8212147778\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear glue<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Faber-Castell-Magic-Colour-Pen-12-20-Colours-i.293057477.3556387804\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">magic pen<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yellow and blue coloured pencils<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5.\u00a0 \u00a0Bunga Raya Bookmark<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"PENDIDIKAN SENI VISUAL|PENANDA BUKU MERDEKA|DIY BOOK MARK|KIDS CRAFT\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AHvasetIifw?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergartener <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">know how to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/types-of-braids-for-girls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">braid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? If they do, they\u2019ll find this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merdeka art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> project right up their alley. Then again, even if they don\u2019t, it\u2019s very easy to learn. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=bookmark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bookmark<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> starts off with some paper braiding, followed by a drawing of the<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bunga raya<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (hibiscus flower). But it doesn\u2019t even have to be a hibiscus; it can be anything that reminds your kid of Malaysia, like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WAuPePQUdXs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wau<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or rafflesia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colour paper in white and red<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Unicorn-12pcs-2B-Pencil-i.55768626.948494581\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pencil<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coloured pencils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marker pen<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Confetti Popper<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Merdeka Confetti Popper\" width=\"1170\" height=\"878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ld4JAbNthEo?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since fireworks aren\u2019t legally allowed in Malaysia, this festive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=confetti%20popper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">confetti popper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will help your kids celebrate Merdeka with a \u2018bang\u2019! Made with only a toilet paper tube, balloon, and some cut-up paper confetti, this simple popper is sure to bring some fun and joyful squeals during family time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colour paper in white, red, blue, and yellow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Toilet-Tissues-cat.11000003.11000143.11000149\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toilet paper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tube<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/-Ready-Stock-%E2%80%A212INCH-ROYAL-BLUE-BALLOON%E2%80%A2%E5%A4%9C%E5%85%89%E8%93%9D%E5%AE%9D%E7%9F%B3%E8%93%9D%E8%89%B2%E6%B0%94%E7%90%83%E5%A2%A8%E8%93%9D%E8%89%B2%E7%94%9F%E6%97%A5%E6%B4%BE%E5%AF%B9%E5%A9%9A%E7%A4%BC%E6%B0%94%E7%90%83%E8%A3%85%E9%A5%B0%E5%B8%83%E7%BD%AE-i.140754845.11900871975\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue balloon<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cellophane tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malaysia <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/flaglane.com\/download\/malaysian-flag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flag<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> template<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7.\u00a0 \u00a0Jalur Gemilang Palm<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"KRAF TANGAN HARI KEMERDEKAAN - TAPAK TANGAN MERDEKA \u2764 \u56fd\u5e86\u65e5\u624b\u5de5\uff0d\u521b\u610f\u624b\u638c\u5370 \u2764\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rOc7udUE_Yc?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Featuring motifs of the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jalur Gemilang<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this palm <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/fan\/handheld\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is perfect for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/homemade-fruit-ice-cream-popsicle-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hot days<\/span><\/a> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for waving during the National Day parade. Pro tip: Save your child the trouble of pasting the palm on a cardboard to strengthen its structure by drawing on a thick card stock instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/a4%20paper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White paper<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pencil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/ruler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruler<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/-THE-ORIGINAL-SHARPIE-FINE-POINT-PERMANENT-MARKER-PEN-MARK-ON-MOST-SURFACE-i.252691474.9472993282\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marker pens<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in black, blue, and red<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coloured pencils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardboard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/JUMBO-ASSORTED-COLOUR-POPSICLE-ICE-CREAM-STICK-BATANG-AIS-KRIM-(25'S-50'S)-ART-CRAFT-DIY-EDUCATIONAL-PRODUCT-i.252691474.7854319322\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popsicle stick<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Ship-24Hrs-KL-READY-STOCK-Masking-Tape-White-Tape-Kertas-Packaging-Tape-(12mm-18mm-24mm-48mm)-x10meter-i.329096551.11630802135\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Masking tape<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8.\u00a0 \u00a0Flag Hair Bow<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY Flag Hair Bow (SUPER EASY!!) \ud83c\udf80\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lphE82PusZY?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This simple <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merdeka art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will complement your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergartener\u2019s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> National Day outfit perfectly. And it doesn\u2019t even take more than 15 minutes to make! If you\u2019d like to give it a bit more polish, consider wrapping a piece of satin <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/ribbon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ribbon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over the rubber band in the centre.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Eco-Shop-Hand-Held-National-Flag-15cmx30cm-(8pcs-pack)--i.251957706.20028642955\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mini <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malaysia flag<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/%E2%98%86-Ship24HrsPerak%F0%9F%94%A5Hair-Rubber-Band-Tie-Disposable-Rubberband-Ponytail-Elastic-Thick-Ties-Ropes-Getah-Rambut-%E5%8E%9A%E9%80%8F%E6%98%8E%E5%A1%91%E8%83%B6%E5%8F%91%E5%9C%88%E7%9A%AE%E7%AD%8B-i.309481484.8972551701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black hair elastic<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/-LovoskibcMY-Lot-of-50-Pieces-Wholesale-Silver-French-Barrettes-Hair-Clips-Design-Hair-Bow-Accessories-Nickel-Plated-Metal-i.140388076.3201813656\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">French barrette<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Egg Puppet<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"KRAF TANGAN HARI KEMERDEKAAN -BONEKA TELUR \u2764 \u56fd\u5e86\u65e5\u624b\u5de5\uff0d\u4e0d\u5012\u7fc1 \u2764\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A7xeKE4zfTA?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a cute but easy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Merdeka-themed art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergarteners<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can do with their parents and siblings, or even friends and teachers. While adults help with emptying and cleaning the egg shells, the kids can handle the rest. That entails cutting, pasting, drawing, and decorating the hat with designs that represent Malaysia. You could also take it a step further and up the fun by getting each family member to make their own egg puppet character. Then, create a storyline for them. This sparks not only creativity but imagination too.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empty <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Kampung-Eggs-%E7%94%98%E6%A6%9C%E9%B8%A1%E8%9B%8B-(30-pcs)-i.476154473.11234818393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">egg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shell<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/rice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/bean\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beans<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White paper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pencil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Circle-Template-Ruler-Multi-Shape-Geometric-Template-18cm-20cm-i.136028117.4838802359\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circle stencil<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coloured pencils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marker pens in black and red<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Butterfly<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"merdeka craft\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vTfIT4f7KkI?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How about a pretty flag-patterned butterfly for the little girl in your life? There are two layers to the butterfly, so it\u2019ll appear as if it\u2019s fluttering! It\u2019s a basic art project for preschoolers, though mum and dad may need to assist with drawing the moon and the tricky 14-point star.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White paper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pencil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coloured pencils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/-UHU-STICK-UHU-GLUE-STICK-8.2g-21g-i.252691474.12853003098\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glue stick<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Paper-Straw-Biodegradable-Paper-Straws-6mm(D)-x-197mm(L)-White-Black-(100-PCS)-i.69484301.4344826761\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paper straw<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tape<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Tanjak<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Origami Tanjak Hari Kemerdekaan Kraf tangan \u56fd\u5e86\u65e5\u624b\u5de5\uff1a\u6298\u7eb8\u9a6c\u6765\u5934\u9970 Kebangsaan Malaysia\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FVYFUvtdJ4E?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/tanjak\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>tanjak<\/em><\/a>, also known as<em> tengkolok<\/em>, is a traditional Malay headgear typically made from <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/kain\/songket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>songket<\/em><\/a> cloth. This kindergarten friendly Merdeka art and craft recreates the <em>tanjak<\/em>, but using only paper and some simple folding techniques. Kids can then draw the Malaysian flag across the front for a patriotic touch.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>White paper<\/li>\n<li>Pencil<\/li>\n<li>Pen<\/li>\n<li>Coloured pencils in blue and yellow<\/li>\n<li>Ruler<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Artline-700-High-Performance-Permanent-Marker-**Black-Blue-Red**-i.88072732.3836290161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red marker<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12.\u00a0 \u00a0Woven Bookmark<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"PENANDA BUKU HARI KEBANGSAAN (2) \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfe  \u56fd\u5e86\u65e5\u4e66\u7b7e (2) \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfe\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vX-KOIKgav8?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Now this is\u00a0a practical art and craft idea that\u00a0kids can actually put to good use when they\u00a0read. But if the prep work for this bookmark<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span>the measurements and curved line<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span>is a little too complicated for preschoolers, mum and dad can lend a helping hand. It involves some weaving and decorating with marker pens after, both of which are relatively simple tasks.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Red and white coloured paper<\/li>\n<li>Ruler<\/li>\n<li>Pencil<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/scissors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scissors<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Glue<\/li>\n<li>Black and blue marker pens<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Paper-Hole-Puncher-Small-Hole-Puncher-3mm-or-6mm-Punch-i.90019352.4345476381\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hole puncher<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/(22m)-1cm-DIY-Bow-Craft-Satin-Ribbon-Flower-Wrapping-Webbing-Decoration-Packaging-Gift-Lace-Hadiah-Riben-Kain-i.279638881.18044585655\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blue ribbon<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Masking tape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13.\u00a0 \u00a0Jalur Gemilang Basket<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kraf Bakul Merdeka Prasekolah\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6nhy9n7O578?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Looking for something different yet easy to make? Then this Merdeka-themed basket is the art and craft project your preschoolers should try. It<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s a creative way to reuse <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/list\/bottle\/plastic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plastic bottles<\/a>, and a cute vessel for keeping little bits and bobs and <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Sweets-Candies-cat.11000003.11000010.11000011\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">candies<\/a> during the Merdeka month and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Supplies you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Black and red coloured paper<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Botol-kosong-empty-mineral-water-bottle-350ml-500ml-Round-Square-i.178788364.13052668045\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Empty plastic bottle<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Glue stick<\/li>\n<li>Marker pen<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/9mm-18mm-Utility-Cutter-Knife-Small-Cutter-Blade-Refill-Wallpaper-Office-School-Workplace-Mata-Pisau-Tolak-Pemotong-%E7%BE%8E%E5%B7%A5%E5%88%80%E7%89%87-i.28076676.4732247348\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cutter<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14.\u00a0 \u00a0Merdeka Corsage<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"KRAF KEMERDEKAAN | CORSAGE MERDEKA\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/x1xTjK6TjNQ?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Make a cute little corsage in our national flag&#8217;s colours that the little ones can wear proudly on their chest. You just need a few colour papers and the standard stationeries to make one but the whole process involves quite a bit of glueing and folding so do help out whenever you can.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you&#8217;ll need<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Red, blue, white, &amp; yellow coloured papers<\/li>\n<li>Pencil<\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Glue stick<\/li>\n<li>Ruler<\/li>\n<li>Marker pen<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/XZB-Drawing-Compass-(1pc)-i.38340310.1789326851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Compass (drawing tool)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15.\u00a0 \u00a0Origami Merdeka Shirt<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Origami Baju Merdeka\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AaECvUyiTS8?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If making a wearable-sized Merdeka-themed shirt isn&#8217;t feasible, make a mini version of it! Since it is an origami, you will need to do plenty of folding. But hey, folding can be fun and satisfying when it&#8217;s done right!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you&#8217;ll need<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>White paper<\/li>\n<li>Red, blue, &amp; yellow highlighter pens<\/li>\n<li>Pen<\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Glue stick<\/li>\n<li>Ruler<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16.\u00a0 \u00a0Tote Bag\/Shirt Crayon Merdeka<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kraftee DIY Crayon Merdeka Art &amp; Craft (with tote bag or shirt)\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dcBtLBxDTS0?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Have a spare plain tote bag at home? Turn it into an eye-catching expression of your love for our country!\u00a0Use washable crayons to let the kids design a Merdeka\u2011themed print on the tote bag (or even a t\u2011shirt), then fix with ironing. It\u2019s a hands\u2011on, colourful craft that promotes creative freedom and collaboration between parents and children.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you&#8217;ll need<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Plain white tote bag<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/KRAFTEE-24ct-Washable-Crayons-i.832316577.25558668836\">Washable crayon<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Sharpener-Pencil-Sharpener-Pencil-Sharpener-Pengasah-pensil-%E5%8D%B7%E7%AC%94%E5%88%80-(Price-for-1pc)-i.426881152.27279388145\">Sharpener<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Wax paper<\/li>\n<li>Iron<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17.\u00a0 \u00a0Malaysia House<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"kraft hari kebangsaan \ud83c\udf3a kraf merdeka \ud83c\udf3a kraft hari malaysia \ud83c\udf3a  \u56fd\u5e86\u65e5\u624b\u5de5\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qvy3_8X7kCQ?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/shopee.com.my\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>For those who would like to attempt something that&#8217;s easy to prepare and yet looks elaborate, this Malaysia-themed paper house project is a great option! Simply download the provided template and all the kids need to do is some simple colouring, scissoring, folding and glueing work. No pressure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Supplies you&#8217;ll need<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1qxIZ-oWMb6fQKbGdxfHRXjuX4ul-2sk0\/view\">House model template<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Stabilo-Swing-Cool-Highlight-Pen-Highlighter-i.176809236.40002432495\">Highlighter pens<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n<li>Glue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span id=\"Spark_Patriotism_In_Preschoolers_With_These_Kindergarten_Merdeka_Art_And_Craft_Ideas\">Spark Patriotism In Preschoolers With These\u00a0Kindergarten Merdeka Art And Craft\u00a0Ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_55876\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-55876\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-55876\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min.jpg\" alt=\"Kindergarten Merdeka art and craft Malaysia\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/pexels-thilipen-rave-kumar-1625603-min-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-55876\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@thilipenravekumar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thilipen Rave Kumar<\/a> via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the month of August special for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kindergarteners<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and try these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merdeka art and craft<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> activities with them. Along the way, you can incorporate bite-sized history lessons on our country\u2019s independence, or how our national flag or flower came to be. By the end of it, they\u2019ll have a little memento to remember it by and a deeper understanding of their birthplace!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget to #supportlocal this month (and the rest of the year), and show some love to <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-malaysian-movies-to-watch-on-hari-merdeka-and-reignite-your-patriotism\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Malaysian-made movies<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/indie-bands-malaysia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">indie bands<\/a>, as well as homegrown <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/malaysian-fashion-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fashion<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/malaysian-cosmetic-brands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">makeup<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-streetwear-brands-malaysia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">streetwear brands<\/a>. 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