Shine Bright with Your Own North Star!

Get ready for a fun, sparkly North Star activity for seniors with Alzheimer's that brings out creativity, joy, and a little bit of magic. Perfect for seniors with Alzheimer’s, this activity is all about making beautiful stars, celebrating achievements, and sharing pride in every glittering creation!

Instructions: Step by Step

1. Trace Your Star Use chalk and your star template.

Supplies

• Black construction paper

• Silver or gold paint

• White paint

• Chalk

• Star templates

• Glue

• Glitter

• Paintbrushes

• to trace a star shape onto black construction paper.

• Paint the BaseAdd a blob of silver (or gold!) paint in the center of the star and fill it in. Let your creativity shine!

• Add a DesignUse white paint to make fun patterns or designs inside your star—swirls, dots, or lines—whatever feels magical.

• Glue FunSqueeze glue inside the star, creating another layer of design—think zigzags, spirals, or little accents.

• Glitter MagicSprinkle glitter over the glued areas while holding your star over a bowl to catch the extra sparkle. Watch your star come alive! ✨

• Admire Your WorkTake a moment to admire your sparkling North Star. Encourage everyone to show off their creations—they’re truly shining bright!

This version keeps it upbeat, easy to follow, and celebratory, highlighting the joy and pride participants feel.

This version keeps it upbeat, easy to follow, and celebratory, highlighting the joy and pride participants feel.

Star template cutout