Make a pennant

What can we use instead of fabric, a ruler, or string if we don't have them?

If you don't have fabric, use heavyweight paper or a cereal-box cardboard for the 8×12 rectangle, use the straight edge of a book or a tape measure to draw the diagonal lines instead of a ruler, and substitute yarn, ribbon, or a shoelace for the string to thread through the folded sleeve.

My folded top sleeve won't hold the string and it keeps slipping out—what should I try?

If the 1-inch folded sleeve won't hold the string, press the glue firmly, clamp the fold with clothespins or heavy books while it dries, reinforce with tape along the folded edge, or sew a few stitches through the sleeve to secure it.

How can I adapt this pennant project for younger or older children?

For preschoolers, pre-measure and pre-cut the triangle and pre-fold the sleeve so they can safely decorate with stickers and washable markers, while older kids can measure the 8×12 rectangle, draw and cut the diagonal lines themselves and add sewing or grommets for a professional finish.

How can we extend or personalize the pennant beyond simple decorating?

Personalize and extend the project by stenciling names or shapes with paint, gluing sequins or fringe, adding a fabric backing and topstitching the sleeve for strength, or make a banner by repeating the steps and threading multiple pennants onto one long string.