A classroom set of the Smithsonian’s About Kites posters, printed in color at reduced size on 11 x 17-inch bond paper (you provide cardboard or foam core backing for durability). The 16 posters, developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services, describe kite basics and highlight historical events and cultural connections of kites around the world. Link here  for images and text on each poster.

Traditional Indian fighter kite

This large kite, designed by Tasmanian kite artist Rob Brasington, requires very simple sewing. The kit includes ripstop nylon, two tails, bridle lines, graphite spars, and instructions. The kite is 19.5 inches square and comes in various colors.

$20.00 each

Created in Cambodia by the director of the Khmer Kite Museum, this children’s “pocket” kite kit is made of paper with bamboo frame, and is flown by children throughout Cambodia.  Decorate with markers, ink, watercolor, or collage. Appropriate for ages seven and older.

Reproduction of Cody’s original blueprint plans from the Ministry of War, England, for his War Storm kite. Available in full-size (24 x 36 inches; $50) or reduced (11 x 17 inches: $10) versions.

Created by kite makers in Sumpango, Guatemala, this kit includes a sturdy frame with white tissue sail (about 14” in diameter), tissue for creating a design on the sail, pre-folded tissue for the long flecos or fringe, and string for the bridle and flying line. Detailed assembly instructions with photos. In kits for younger children (grades K-3), the kite sail is already attached to the frame; older kite makers (grade 4 and older) will attach the sail to the frame.
$5.50 each or Package of 10 for $50.00

Please note: children age 8 and younger will need sustained adult help with cutting, gluing, and/or bridling to make this kite.

Kite String with Plastic Winder, 20 lb. line, 100 feet per roll.
Package of 10 for $3.50