Looking for a fun, meaningful, and bright way to celebrate Raksha Bandhan with your little one? Try our Light Me Up Rakhi Card—a simple STEM-inspired craft that combines creativity and circuitry to make a card that actually lights up! ✨
This free printable is perfect for kids to create something unique and memorable for their sibling. Not only is it fun to make, but it’s also a gentle introduction to basic circuits and hands-on learning.
🧰 What You’ll Need:
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Free printable template (download below!)
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1 LED light
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1 coin cell battery (CR2032)
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Copper tape
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Clear tape
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Scissors
🛠️ How It Works:
Kids follow the template to place the LED, stick the copper tape along the paths, and insert the battery. When the flap is folded—the LED lights up!
🔌 Quick Tips to Remember:
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Long leg of the LED (positive) goes on the left
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Short leg (negative) goes on the right
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Positive side of the battery faces up
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Don’t cover the entire battery with tape—leave space for copper tape contact
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You can use clear tape to secure the LED legs
This activity is great for building fine motor skills, logic, and a basic understanding of electric circuits—plus it ends with a glowing surprise!
🎁 Ready to Make Yours?
Click below to download the FREE printable template and make your very own Light Me Up Raksha Bandhan Card today!
Watch the video here.