Although people now rarely give real keys to their small kids (as we used to carry them hanging from our necks), children would gladly play with such keyholders of old and useless keys. They will use them in their games, just as adults do.. 

Boys’ Indian Amulet with Feathers

To make this kind of amulet, use the little treasures you have gathered. They could be clam shells and small conches from the sea, feathers, beads and all sorts of old jewelry elements.

Girls’ Amulet with Ribbons. 

We used thin ribbons, clam shells and beads for the girls’ version. 

Amulets (from the Latin word  „amuletum”)  is an object that protects its wearer from trouble.