Fun, flame-free, kid-friendly ideas to celebrate the Fourth.
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Make these poppers with recycled bottles, balloons and confetti.
They still make fun sounds! See the directions here.
Glowsticks are a great (and cheap) alternative for night-time fun.
Buy them in bulk here.
Firecracker piñatas are a much quieter alternative for sensitive ears.
This one is available from Party City. Or, learn how to make your own here.