Firefly or Fairy Jars

Glow in the dark sticks, wands, bracelets and necklaces are a great thing to have on hand during the summer. If you have a little extra time in the evening hours and an empty jar you can make a firefly or fairy jar to enjoy for the evening.

Adult supervision is required for this activity. 

You will need:

glow in the dark sticks, wands, bracelets or necklaces

strong scissors

glass or plastic jars with lids

glitter

glue for jar lids (if young children will be handling)

 Begin by breaking up the stick of glass in the glow in the dark item. Kids can help with this part. It is best to break the glass sealed inside the tube into tiny pieces. Once activated, the adult can cut the tube and shake into the jar. Children can then shake in some glitter. Attach the lid. If small children will be using, use a plastic jar instead and be sure to glue on the top. Children can then gently shake or roll the jar to distribute the phosphorescent fluid and glitter. Enjoy the rest of the evening and tell some old fashioned campfire stories or fairy stories.

Notice a large piece of broken glass near the top of the picture.

Ready for sundown!