Festive Fun: Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for Kids

Table of Contents

1. Why Christmas Crafts Are More Than Just Fun
2. Getting Started: Essential Supplies for Budget-Friendly Crafting
3. Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
4. Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
5. Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for School-Aged Kids (Ages 6-8)
6. Transforming Craft Time into Communication Time with Speech Blubs
7. Choosing the Right Plan for Your Family’s Communication Journey
8. Conclusion
9. Frequently Asked Questions

The holiday season is a whirlwind of magic, joy, and often, a dash of stress as we try to create unforgettable memories without breaking the bank. As parents, we dream of those picture-perfect moments: children gathered around, eyes sparkling with excitement, creating something beautiful with their own hands. But the reality can sometimes feel overwhelming, with expensive craft kits and complicated instructions. What if we told you that creating heartwarming Christmas memories through crafting doesn’t have to be costly or complex? In fact, it can be incredibly easy, budget-friendly, and profoundly beneficial for your child’s development, especially their communication skills.

This post will guide you through a treasure trove of simple, inexpensive Christmas craft ideas that promise hours of creative fun for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. We’ll explore the often-overlooked developmental advantages of these hands-on activities, from fine motor skill enhancement to fostering imagination and crucial language development. More importantly, we’ll show you how these joyous crafting sessions can become powerful opportunities to nurture your child’s ability to express themselves, transforming simple play into impactful learning experiences. Get ready to sprinkle some creativity and communication magic into your holiday season – because crafting together isn’t just about making decorations; it’s about building connections and empowering your child to “speak their minds and hearts.”

Why Christmas Crafts Are More Than Just Fun

The twinkling lights, festive carols, and delicious smells of Christmas fill our homes with an undeniable sense of wonder. Amidst the hustle and bustle, one of the most cherished traditions for many families is crafting. While often seen purely as a fun activity or a way to keep little hands busy, engaging in easy, cheap Christmas crafts offers a wealth of developmental benefits that extend far beyond simply producing a festive decoration. These simple projects become playgrounds for growth, supporting various aspects of a child’s development in profound ways.

Beyond the Bling: The Developmental Benefits

When children engage in crafts, they’re not just gluing glitter or cutting paper; they’re actively honing a wide array of skills that are foundational for their overall development.

Fine Motor Skills & Coordination

Consider a toddler carefully trying to place a sticker on a paper Christmas tree or a preschooler diligently cutting along a line to make a paper chain. These seemingly small actions are mighty workouts for their fine motor skills. Holding a paintbrush, squeezing glue, manipulating small items like beads or pom-poms, and even tearing paper all strengthen the small muscles in their hands and fingers. This hand-eye coordination is critical for tasks like writing, buttoning clothes, and using utensils, building a strong foundation for future independence.

Creativity & Imagination

Crafts are an open invitation to explore. There’s no single “right” way to decorate a pinecone or design a Christmas card. This freedom encourages children to think outside the box, experiment with colors and textures, and bring their unique visions to life. When they’re given simple materials, their imaginations soar, transforming an ordinary toilet paper roll into a majestic reindeer or a cotton ball into a fluffy snowman. This imaginative play is vital for developing problem-solving abilities and fostering innovative thinking that extends into all areas of life.

Problem-Solving & Following Directions

Every craft project, no matter how simple, involves a sequence of steps. “First, we paint the pinecone green. Then, we wait for it to dry. Next, we glue on the glitter.” Following these instructions, understanding the order of operations, and adapting when something doesn’t go exactly as planned (e.g., the glue is too sticky, the paper rips) are invaluable exercises in problem-solving and executive function. Children learn patience, persistence, and how to troubleshoot challenges, building resilience one craft at a time.

Emotional Expression & Confidence

Creating something tangible with their own hands fills children with a tremendous sense of accomplishment. Showing off a homemade ornament or a hand-drawn card to family members boosts their self-esteem and confidence. Crafts also offer a safe outlet for emotional expression. A child can choose bright, joyful colors when feeling happy, or perhaps a more muted palette if they’re reflecting quietly. This creative outlet helps children process emotions and develop a stronger sense of self.

Language & Communication Development

Perhaps one of the most impactful, yet often underestimated, benefits of crafting is its profound link to language and communication development. As children engage in crafts, they are immersed in a rich environment ripe for verbal interaction. They describe what they are doing (“I’m cutting the red paper!”), ask questions (“Where does the star go?”), follow verbal instructions (“Put the glue on top of the stick.”), and narrate their process (“Now my snowman has a big nose!”). This natural back-and-forth conversation during a shared activity creates organic opportunities for vocabulary expansion, sentence structure practice, and understanding of concepts like colors, shapes, sizes, textures, and spatial relationships. For instance, when making a glitter ornament, a child might use words like “sparkly,” “shiny,” “pretty,” and “stick” in a contextually relevant way, solidifying their understanding and usage.

The Speech Blubs Connection: Crafting and Communication

At Speech Blubs, we believe in empowering children to “speak their minds and hearts.” We understand that communication is not just about words; it’s about connection, confidence, and the ability to express oneself fully. Our company was born from the personal experiences of our founders, who all grew up with speech problems and were driven to create the tool they wished they had: an immediate, effective, and joyful solution for the 1 in 4 children who need speech support. This mission perfectly aligns with the magic of crafting.

Think of how often children learn by watching and imitating. This is the core principle behind our unique “video modeling” methodology. Children learn complex communication skills by watching and imitating their peers in the app. Similarly, when you craft with your child, they are watching you, listening to your instructions, and imitating your actions. This natural mimicry is a powerful learning tool.

For a parent whose child is developing early vocabulary, say focusing on animal sounds, the “Animal Kingdom” section within Speech Blubs offers a dynamic way to practice those sounds by imitating other children. Then, when crafting, say creating a paper plate reindeer, you can bridge that learning by vocalizing “reindeer goes clippety-clop!” or “What sound does the reindeer make? Neigh!” This creates a holistic learning experience where new words and sounds are practiced both digitally and through hands-on play.

Crafting provides a perfect “screen-free” alternative to passive viewing experiences like cartoons, while still being a powerful tool for family connection. It encourages active participation and interaction, which are crucial for language acquisition. By integrating these joyful, hands-on activities with tools like Speech Blubs, we can create truly one-of-a-kind “smart screen time” experiences and foster a lifelong love for communication.

Getting Started: Essential Supplies for Budget-Friendly Crafting

One of the best parts about easy and cheap Christmas crafts is that you don’t need to spend a fortune on specialized materials. Many of the most wonderful creations can come from items you already have around the house, things found in nature, or inexpensive supplies from your local dollar store. The key is to think resourcefully and embrace simplicity.

Raid Your Recycling Bin!

Your recycling bin is a goldmine for craft supplies. Before tossing things out, consider how they could be transformed.

• Toilet Paper and Paper Towel Rolls: Perfect for making reindeer, Santas, snowmen, or even small decorative trees.
• Cardboard Boxes: Cereal boxes, tissue boxes, or delivery boxes can become sturdy backings for collages, templates for ornaments, or even parts of a DIY gingerbread house.
• Plastic Bottles and Lids: Clean plastic bottles can be turned into snow globes, while lids can become eyes or buttons for characters.
• Newspaper and Magazines: Great for collages, paper mache, or simply protecting your crafting surface.

Dollar Store Delights

The dollar store is your best friend when it comes to stocking up on craft essentials without emptying your wallet.

• Craft Sticks (Popsicle Sticks): Versatile for building structures, creating ornaments, or making character puppets.
• Cotton Balls: Ideal for fluffy snow, Santa beards, or soft clouds.
• Googly Eyes: Instantly bring any craft character to life.
• Glue (Craft Glue, Glue Sticks): Essential for almost any project.
• Glitter: A little sparkle goes a long way to add festive cheer.
• Pipe Cleaners (Chenille Stems): Bendable and colorful, perfect for antlers, wreaths, or decorative accents.
• Pom-Poms: Soft, colorful, and fun for decorating, counting, or sensory play.
• Felt or Foam Sheets: Easy to cut and glue, great for adding texture and color.

Nature’s Nook

Step outside and let nature inspire your creations!

• Pinecones: Collect fallen pinecones for painting, decorating as mini Christmas trees, or incorporating into wreaths.
• Leaves: Dried leaves can be used for collages or painted with festive designs.
• Twigs and Small Branches: Can be assembled into stars, wreaths, or miniature log cabins.
• Stones: Paint smooth stones to look like Santa, snowmen, or festive gifts.

Basic Art Supplies

These are often staples in most homes and are invaluable for crafting.

• Crayons, Markers, Colored Pencils: For drawing, coloring, and adding details.
• Paint (Washable Tempera or Acrylic): Essential for adding vibrant color to almost any surface.
• Construction Paper: Comes in a rainbow of colors, perfect for cutting, folding, and gluing.
• Child-Safe Scissors: For developing fine motor skills and cutting shapes.
• String, Yarn, or Ribbon Scraps: For hanging ornaments, tying bows, or creating textures.

By combining these simple, affordable materials, you’ll discover that the possibilities for festive creativity are endless. And remember, the focus is on the process and the shared experience, not on achieving perfection.

Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Crafting with toddlers is all about sensory exploration, simple actions, and introducing basic vocabulary. These activities should be quick, safe, and focused on the process rather than a perfect end product. They are fantastic opportunities to practice early language skills and reinforce concepts.

Cotton Ball Snowman or Santa Beard

Materials: Blue or red construction paper, cotton balls, glue stick or liquid glue, googly eyes (optional), markers.

How to Make It:

1. Draw a simple snowman outline or Santa’s face (without the beard) on the paper.
2. Help your toddler apply glue generously within the outline.
3. Let them stick cotton balls all over to create a fluffy snowman body or a soft Santa beard.
4. Add googly eyes and draw a nose and mouth with markers.

Language Learning: Focus on descriptive words: “soft,” “white,” “fluffy,” “sticky.” Practice action words: “put on,” “stick,” “glue.” Identify colors: “blue paper,” “red paper.” For a parent whose toddler is learning basic descriptive words, making a cotton ball snowman offers chances to repeatedly say “soft,” “white,” “round” while touching and manipulating the materials, reinforcing vocabulary learned through play or even our “First Words” section in Speech Blubs.

Handprint/Footprint Ornaments

Materials: Salt dough (recipe below), paint, glitter (optional), ribbon or string.

Salt Dough Recipe: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup water. Mix ingredients thoroughly until a dough forms. Knead for 5-10 minutes.

How to Make It:

1. Roll out the salt dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
2. Press your child’s hand or foot firmly into the dough to make an imprint.
3. Use a straw to make a hole at the top for hanging.
4. Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 2-3 hours, or until hard. Let cool completely.
5. Once cooled, let your toddler paint the ornament. Add glitter if desired.
6. Thread a ribbon through the hole to hang.

Language Learning: Name body parts: “hand,” “foot,” “fingers,” “toes.” Use action words: “press,” “paint,” “make.” Talk about textures: “smooth,” “hard.”

Sticker Christmas Tree

Materials: Green construction paper (cut into a tree shape), various stickers (stars, circles, animals, whatever you have!), markers.

How to Make It:

1. Give your toddler the green tree shape.
2. Let them peel and stick the stickers anywhere they like on the tree.
3. Encourage them to draw extra decorations with markers.

Language Learning: Practice colors and shapes of the stickers. Use positional words: “on top,” “next to,” “under.” Count the stickers. “Put a red star on top!”

Pom-Pom Drop

Materials: Empty plastic bottle or container, colorful pom-poms (large enough not to be a choking hazard), tweezers or small tongs (for older toddlers).

How to Make It:

1. Present the bottle and pom-poms to your toddler.
2. Encourage them to drop the pom-poms into the bottle, one by one.
3. For older toddlers, introduce tweezers to develop fine motor skills.

Language Learning: Count the pom-poms. Identify colors: “red pom-pom,” “blue pom-pom.” Use prepositions: “in,” “out.” Practice descriptive words: “soft,” “round.”

Remember, with toddlers, supervision is key, especially with small items. Focus on their engagement and the joy of creating, rather than the final product.

Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)

Preschoolers are ready for slightly more complex instructions, a wider range of vocabulary, and opportunities for simple storytelling. These crafts build on their emerging fine motor skills and creativity.

Paper Plate Wreaths

Materials: Paper plates, green paint, red construction paper, glue, child-safe scissors, various small decorations (pom-poms, glitter, beads, small ribbon scraps).

How to Make It:

1. Cut out the center of the paper plate to create a wreath shape.
2. Have your child paint the wreath green.
3. While it dries, cut small circles or holly leaf shapes from red construction paper for “berries” and “leaves.”
4. Once the wreath is dry, glue on the red shapes, pom-poms, and other decorations.

Language Learning: Practice action verbs: “cut,” “paint,” “glue,” “decorate.” Identify shapes: “circle,” “wreath.” Talk about colors: “green wreath,” “red berries.” “Let’s glue the red circle on the green wreath!”

Toilet Paper Roll Reindeer or Santa

Materials: Toilet paper rolls, brown or red paint, googly eyes, pipe cleaners (for antlers), small pom-poms (for noses), glue.

How to Make It:

1. Paint the toilet paper roll brown for a reindeer or red for Santa. Let dry.
2. Glue on googly eyes.
3. For reindeer, twist two pipe cleaners into antler shapes and glue them inside the top of the roll. Glue a red pom-pom for the nose.
4. For Santa, glue a white cotton ball beard and a smaller white pom-pom for the hat tip.

Language Learning: Use descriptive words: “brown antlers,” “red nose,” “fluffy beard.” Practice character voices: “Ho-ho-ho!” for Santa. Narrate the process: “First, we paint the roll, then we glue the eyes.” For a child who loves to tell stories, crafting a reindeer allows them to describe its journey to deliver presents, reinforcing narrative skills. Our app provides “video modeling” of peers making similar sounds and telling simple stories, which can inspire them to verbalize during crafting.

Pinecone Christmas Trees

Materials: Pinecones, green paint, small pom-poms, glitter, glue.

How to Make It:

1. Paint the pinecones green (or any color your child chooses!). Let dry completely.
2. Once dry, glue small pom-poms onto the “branches” of the pinecone as ornaments.
3. Sprinkle with glitter for extra sparkle.

Language Learning: Talk about textures: “pointy,” “bumpy,” “smooth.” Use colors and sizes: “small red pom-pom,” “big green pinecone.” “Let’s sprinkle the sparkly glitter!”

Popsicle Stick Ornaments

Materials: Craft sticks (popsicle sticks), glue, paint, glitter, small buttons, ribbon.

How to Make It:

1. Glue craft sticks together to form shapes like a star, triangle (for a tree), or square.
2. Once dry, let your child paint and decorate their shape with glitter, buttons, or other small items.
3. Attach a loop of ribbon to the back for hanging.

Language Learning: Identify shapes: “star,” “triangle,” “square.” Practice counting sticks. Use positional words: “glue together,” “paint on top.”

DIY Christmas Card Making

Materials: Construction paper (folded in half), crayons, markers, stickers, glue, glitter, magazine cutouts.

How to Make It:

1. Encourage your child to draw a festive picture on the front of the folded paper.
2. Let them decorate with stickers, glitter, or cut out pictures from magazines.
3. Help them write or dictate a simple message inside, like “Merry Christmas” or “Love [Child’s Name].”

Language Learning: Expressing feelings, practicing writing/drawing, identifying who the card is “for,” and using polite language. “Who is this card for? What should we write?”

These crafts are perfect for fostering independence while still providing opportunities for shared conversation and learning. Remember, the process is as important as the product.

Easy & Cheap Christmas Crafts for School-Aged Kids (Ages 6-8)

At this age, children are capable of more intricate tasks, following multi-step instructions, and engaging in more complex problem-solving. These crafts can involve more precision and allow for greater independence and creative expression. They also provide excellent opportunities for descriptive language and explaining processes.

Salt Dough Ornaments (Advanced)

Materials: Salt dough (as above), cookie cutters (Christmas shapes), rolling pin, paint, fine paintbrushes, clear sealant (optional), ribbon.

How to Make It:

1. Follow the salt dough recipe.
2. Roll out the dough evenly and use cookie cutters to make festive shapes.
3. Remember to make a hole for hanging before baking.
4. Bake until hard and let cool.
5. Allow your child to paint intricate designs with fine brushes. They can mix colors, add details, and personalize each ornament.
6. (Optional) Apply a clear sealant for durability.
7. Thread with ribbon for hanging.

Language Learning: Practice measurement words: “cup,” “half.” Use action words: “roll,” “cut,” “mix,” “paint,” “bake.” Describe details: “swirly,” “sparkly,” “dotted.” Explain the steps to a “listener.” For a child building vocabulary around actions and prepositions, explaining how to “mix” and “roll” salt dough offers concrete practice.

Paper Chain Garland

Materials: Construction paper (various colors), child-safe scissors, glue stick or stapler.

How to Make It:

1. Cut construction paper into strips (e.g., 1 inch wide, 8 inches long).
2. Form one strip into a loop and glue/staple the ends together.
3. Thread another strip through the first loop, then glue/staple its ends.
4. Continue linking strips to create a long chain. Encourage patterns with colors.

Language Learning: Practice counting: “how many links?” Identify colors and patterns. Use descriptive words: “long,” “short,” “colorful.” “Let’s make a pattern: red, green, red, green.”

DIY Snow Globes

Materials: Clean glass jars with lids, small plastic figurines (mini Christmas trees, reindeer, snowmen), glitter, water, glycerin (optional, helps glitter fall slower), waterproof glue.

How to Make It:

1. Glue the plastic figurine(s) to the inside of the jar lid. Let dry completely.
2. Fill the jar almost to the top with water.
3. Add 1-2 teaspoons of glitter. For a slower “snowfall,” add a few drops of glycerin.
4. Carefully screw the lid onto the jar, making sure it’s tightly sealed. You can add extra waterproof glue around the rim for extra security.
5. Shake and watch the “snow” fall!

Language Learning: Discuss concepts like “float,” “sink,” “sparkle.” Describe the scene: “a snowy tree,” “a tiny snowman.” Use action words: “shake,” “watch.” “Let’s shake the snow globe and watch the sparkly glitter fall!”

Origami Christmas Shapes

Materials: Square paper (origami paper or cut regular paper into squares).

How to Make It:

1. Find simple origami instructions for Christmas shapes like stars, trees, or Santa hats online.
2. Guide your child through the folding steps. Start with very basic folds.

Language Learning: Following multi-step directions carefully. Using positional and directional words: “fold in half,” “crease,” “turn over,” “point up,” “edge.” This is excellent for auditory processing and precise language.

Cinnamon Stick Ornaments

Materials: Cinnamon sticks, string or thin ribbon, small charms or beads (optional), glue.

How to Make It:

1. Gather 3-4 cinnamon sticks and tie them together with string to form a bundle, or a small raft-like structure.
2. Tie a loop at the top for hanging.
3. Add a decorative bow or glue on small beads/charms if desired.

Language Learning: Engage senses: “smell,” “spicy,” “sweet.” Use action words: “tie,” “wrap.” Describe the process and the final product. “This smells so Christmassy!”

These crafts provide wonderful opportunities for more independent work, allowing children to take ownership of their creations while still fostering rich language experiences through discussion and instruction.

Transforming Craft Time into Communication Time with Speech Blubs

At Speech Blubs, we are deeply committed to providing engaging, scientifically-backed tools that help children unlock their communication potential. Our mission is to empower every child to “speak their minds and hearts,” and we believe that learning should always be joyful and integrated into daily life. Crafting offers a perfect, tangible way to reinforce and expand upon the communication skills children are developing, whether through natural play, parent-led activities, or dedicated practice with our app.

Imagine this scenario: Your 4-year-old struggles with articulation for specific sounds, like the ‘s’ in ‘star’ or the ‘t’ in ‘tree.’ They might be practicing these sounds in a therapy session or within the “Talk About It” section of Speech Blubs, where they watch and imitate their peers making these sounds. Then, during your crafting session, you decide to make glittering star ornaments and paint popsicle stick trees. This provides a natural, low-pressure environment to immediately apply those learned sounds in a meaningful context. As your child decorates a star, you can enthusiastically say, “Look at your s-s-sparkling s-s-star!” or “What a beautiful t-t-tree!” This bridges the gap between structured practice and real-world usage, making the learning stick.

Our unique “video modeling” methodology, where children learn by watching and imitating their peers, isn’t just for digital interaction. It mirrors how children learn in everyday life—by observing and mimicking those around them. When you craft together, you’re naturally engaging in a form of video modeling, demonstrating actions and verbalizing steps, which your child then imitates. Speech Blubs takes this a step further, providing a captivating and motivating experience by showcasing same-age peers, making it an incredibly effective tool for speech development.

We believe in making “smart screen time” that is interactive and purposeful, turning what could be passive viewing (like cartoons) into a powerful tool for family connection and learning. Crafting is another powerful tool for family connection, and when combined, the possibilities for language enrichment are endless. By seamlessly integrating the hands-on joy of crafting with the targeted, engaging practice offered by our app, you’re providing your child with a comprehensive approach to communication development.

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Choosing the Right Plan for Your Family’s Communication Journey

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Our goal is to foster a love for communication, build confidence, reduce frustration, develop key foundational skills, and create joyful family learning moments. Whether your child is just starting their communication journey or refining their speech, Speech Blubs is a powerful supplement to their overall development plan and, when applicable, professional therapy.

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We understand that every parent wants the best for their child. That’s why we encourage you to choose the Yearly plan. It’s the smart choice for families who want to invest in their child’s long-term communication development, offering the most features, the best value, and a risk-free 7-day trial.

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Conclusion

The magic of Christmas isn’t found in expensive gifts or elaborate decorations; it’s woven into the shared moments of joy, creativity, and connection that we create as a family. Engaging in easy, cheap Christmas crafts with your children offers a beautiful opportunity to build cherished memories, foster essential developmental skills, and significantly enhance their language and communication abilities. From strengthening fine motor skills and sparking imagination to building confidence and providing rich vocabulary practice, these simple activities are powerful tools for growth.

We’ve seen how a humble toilet paper roll can become a beloved reindeer, or how a simple pinecone can transform into a glittering Christmas tree, all while sparking conversations and encouraging verbal expression. These moments are invaluable for empowering children to “speak their minds and hearts.”

At Speech Blubs, we are passionate about supporting children’s communication journeys, blending scientific principles with joyful play. Our app, leveraging unique video modeling, complements these hands-on activities, turning everyday interactions into impactful learning experiences.

Ready to bring more festive fun and meaningful communication into your home this holiday season? Don’t miss out on the incredible value and comprehensive features available with Speech Blubs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What are the main benefits of doing Christmas crafts with kids?

A1: Christmas crafts offer numerous benefits, including enhancing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, stimulating creativity and imagination, developing problem-solving abilities and the capacity to follow directions, boosting self-esteem, and significantly supporting language and communication development through natural interaction and descriptive vocabulary.

Q2: How can crafts support my child’s speech development?

A2: Crafting provides a rich, interactive environment for language practice. Children use descriptive words (colors, shapes, textures), action verbs (cut, glue, paint), follow multi-step instructions, ask questions, and narrate their process. This real-world application of language strengthens vocabulary, sentence structure, and comprehension in a fun, natural way.

Q3: Are these crafts really budget-friendly?

A3: Absolutely! Many of the crafts suggested utilize common household items, recycled materials (like toilet paper rolls and cardboard), natural elements (pinecones), and inexpensive supplies from dollar stores (craft sticks, cotton balls, googly eyes). The focus is on creativity and process, not expensive materials, making them highly economical.

Q4: How does Speech Blubs fit into our crafting and learning journey?

A4: Speech Blubs complements hands-on crafting by providing a structured yet playful platform for targeted speech practice. Children can practice specific sounds or words using our “video modeling” methodology, then immediately apply those skills during crafting activities. This blend creates “smart screen time” that reinforces learning, fosters family connection, and helps children confidently “speak their minds and hearts.”