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St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by trying to catch a leprechaun? These mischievous little creatures are known for their love of gold and trickery, so why not try your hand at making a leprechaun trap to see if you can catch one? Here’s how to do it:

Materials You’ll Need:

• A shoebox or small cardboard box
• Green construction paper or paint
• Gold glitter or coins
• Scissors
• Tape
• String or yarn
• Craft sticks or popsicle sticks
• Markers, stickers, or other decorative materials
• Baking soda
• Water
• Gold St. Patrick’s Day coins
• Vinegar

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Trap: Start by decorating your shoebox or cardboard box to make it look enticing to a leprechaun. Use green construction paper or paint to cover the box, and add decorations like shamrocks or rainbows to make it look festive.
2. Create a Lure: Leprechauns are attracted to shiny objects, so use gold glitter or coins to create a lure inside your trap. You can sprinkle the glitter around the box or place the coins inside to tempt the leprechaun.
3. Set the Trap: Once your box is decorated and the lure is in place, it’s time to set the trap. Prop up one side of the box with craft sticks or popsicle sticks, leaving a gap for the leprechaun to enter. Use tape to secure the sticks in place.
4. Add a Trigger: To catch the leprechaun, you’ll need a trigger to release the box’s lid and close the trap. Tie a string or yarn to the lid of the box and attach it to the craft sticks. When the leprechaun enters the trap and pulls on the string, the sticks will fall, trapping the leprechaun inside.
5. Decorate Your Trap: Once your trap is set, you can decorate it further to make it look even more enticing. Add stickers, markers, or other decorative materials to make your trap stand out.
6. Wait and See: Place your trap in a strategic location, such as near a window or door where leprechauns are known to visit. Keep an eye on your trap throughout the day to see if you’ve caught a leprechaun.

Make Leprechaun Rocks: After setting your trap, make leprechaun rocks for the leprechaun to leave behind. Mix baking soda and water to create a paste, then wrap a gold St. Patrick’s Day coin in the paste and let it dry. Once dry, the kids can drop the rocks in vinegar to reveal the coin inside.

Remember, catching a leprechaun is no easy feat, so don’t be disappointed if your trap is unsuccessful. The most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the magic of St. Patrick’s Day!

I hope your kids have a magical St. Patrick’s Day with their leprechaun trap and leprechaun rocks!