Materials Needed:

• A rectangular piece of paper (like an 8.5 x 11 inch sheet)

Instructions:

1. Fold the Paper in Half:

   • Start with the paper facing you. Fold it in half lengthwise, then open it back up so you can see the crease.

2. Create the Triangles:

   • Take the top two corners and fold them down toward the center crease, forming a triangle.

3. Fold the Bottom:

   • You’ll have a rectangle at the bottom. Fold the bottom edge up on both sides, about 1 inch (or to the bottom of the triangle).

4. Fold the Triangle Down:

   • Now, take the triangle that you just formed at the top and fold it down over the two folded edges you just made.

5. Create the Boat Shape:

   • Flip the paper over. You should see a triangle on top with a rectangle beneath it. Fold the bottom corners of the triangle towards the center to create a point.

6. Open Up the Boat:

   • Gently pull the two sides apart while pushing the bottom up. This will form the boat shape.

7. Adjust and Enjoy:

   • Make any necessary adjustments to ensure it stands well. You can also decorate your boat if you’d like!

Now you have your own paper boat! You can try floating it in water or decorate it further. Enjoy!