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331ways seems like such a healthy way to vent. After all, if we threw manners and expected adult behaviors out the window, who among us wouldn’t benefit from a good âROARâ every now and then?</p> 332 333<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether your kiddo roars instinctively or needs some encouragement, this craft is a fun way to talk about <a href="https://www.sparklestories.com/blog/post/on-dragons-and-navigating-big-emotions/" title="On Dragons and Navigating Big Emotions">letting those dragon roars out</a> â and all the big feelings that come with them.</p> 334 335<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This dragon megaphone takes just a few minutes to put together with materials you probably already have. Make one up and keep it on hand for the next time someone in your house really needs to let out a good ROAR! </p> 336 337<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This is a perfect craft or activity to help little ones explore the themes and lessons of this dragon-filled time of year â <a href="https://www.sparklestories.com/blog/post/simple-yet-meaningful-ways-to-celebrate-michaelmas/" title="Simple Yet Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Michaelmas">Michaelmas</a>!</p> 338 339<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dragon ROAR Megaphone</h3><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2132.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 10 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26119" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2132.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2132-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 340 341<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Materials </strong></p> 342 343<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Small disposable drinking cup</p> 344 345<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Scissors</p> 346 347<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Construction paper scraps</p> 348 349<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tape or glue</p> 350 351<p class="wp-block-paragraph">2 googly eyes</p> 352 353<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Scraps of ribbon or fabric in fiery colors (orange, yellow, red)</p> 354 355<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Directions</strong></p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2136.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 14 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26120" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2136.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2136-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 356 357<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Use the scissors to cut a hole in the bottom of the cup.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2138.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 2 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26121" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2138.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2138-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 358 359<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Then, cut 3-4 small triangles out of construction paper, and fold them over about ¼ inch at the bottom to make a flap for attaching them to the cup.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2140.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 6 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26122" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2140.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2140-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 360 361<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Use tape or glue to attach the triangles in a line along the outside of the cup to make the dragon’s spines.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2141.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 3 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26123" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2141.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2141-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100v
361w, 750px" /></figure> 362 363<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Next, cut two small rectangles out of the construction paper.Glue or tape a googly eye to the top of each one, then fold the bottom to make a flap.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2147.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 8 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26124" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2147.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2147-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 364 365<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Use the flap to glue or tape the eyes to the cup, one on each side of the spines.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2152.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 13 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26125" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2152.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2152-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 366 367<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Last, cut several lengths of ribbon or skinny fabric scraps to about 6 inches long.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2161.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 5 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26126" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2161.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2161-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 368 369<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Reaching through the hole you cut in the bottom of the cup, glue or tape the ends of the fabric and ribbons inside the cup to create the dragon’s fire.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="750" height="500" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2195.jpg" alt="dragon's roar megaphone 7 |www.sparklestories.com| by thistle by thimble" class="wp-image-26127" srcset="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2195.jpg 750w, https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_2195-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></figure> 370 371<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now, put your new dragon megaphone up to your mouth and give a good, hearty ROAR!</p> 372 373<hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity"/> 374 375<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>If you liked this tutorial, here are others you might enjoy: </strong></p> 376 377<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a href="https://www.sparklestories.com/blog/post/sparkle-craft-daddys-pollination-game">Daddy’s Pollination Game</a></li><li><a href="https://www.sparklestories.com/blog/post/sparkle-craft-shrinky-dink-self-portrait-zipper-pulls">Shrinky Dink Self Portait Zipper Pulls</a></li><li><h2><a href="https://www.sparklestories.com/blog/post/sparkle-craft-salamander-pencil-pouch-patch">Salamander Pencil Pouch Patch</a></h2></li></ul> 378 379<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Not yet a subscriber? Try a free trial <a href="https://www.sparklestories.com/signup">HERE</a>.</p> <hr> 380 <div class="contributors mt-8 flex flex-col"> 381 <h3>About the authors</h3> 382 <ul class="list-none max-md:m-0"> 383 <li class="mb-4"> 384 <div class="flex flex-col items-center md:flex-row gap-4 md:gap-8"> 385 <div class="h-[115px] w-[115px] rounded-full overflow-hidden shrink-0"> 386 <img class="w-full h-full object-cover !m-0" src="https://www.sparklestories.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/22849162801_c9efda5c77_k-4.jpg" alt="Meryl Carver-Allmond"> 387 </div> 388 <div class="flex flex-col min-w-70%"> 389 <h4 class="leading-none !mb-0">Meryl Carver-Allmond</h4> 390 <span class="text-lg mb-4">Sparkle Kitchen & Craft Blogger</span> 391 <span><p>
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