[header] How to make a kids craft lantern [title] Purchase several sheets of heavy construction paper in a variety of colors. [step] If you are decorating for the july 4th holiday consider going traditional with red, white and blue sheets of paper. Nearly any size will work but traditional 8 1/2 x 11 is fine. 
[title] Find a sharp pair of scissors (for adult use), kid-friendly scissors, glue, stapler, tape or hot glue. [title] Choose decorative items such as stickers, markers you can use to write and color the lanterns with, sequins and/or glitter.