Next time you want to let the kids design their own colorful t-shirts, forget about trying messy tie-dye! Instead, grab a t-shirt, some sand paper, and a few basic craft supplies. Using these, kids can draw a special design … Read More...
DIY Hero Mason Jar
I ran across this project and thought it would be a great one to make for Memorial Day. Do you agree?
Holly, from The Coconut Head’s Survival Guide, create this unique decoration using two of my favorite craft supplies — … Read More...
Go Outside Cards
This is such a simple idea, yet so brilliant! How many times have you told your kids to go outside and play, only to have them say there was nothing to do? These printable cards, created by Terri, from Creative … Read More...
8 Crafts To Preserve Your Child’s Handprints & Footprints
As parents, we have our days when we can’t wait until our children are old enough to take care of themselves and not need to depend on us for so much. However, there is also that big part in our … Read More...
Magnetic Ice Science Activity
Try mixing together ice and magnets for a fun learning activity for the kids. You can make your own magnetic science activity using a few ice cube trays and a variety of small, magnetic items such as paper clips, pipe … Read More...
Tea Cup Cards
When I stumbled onto this homemade tea cup card, the first thing I thought of was what a great Mother’s Day card it would make! It is easy to make these cards and I just know they will be a … Read More...
Preschool Numbers and Colors Grid Game
This is a great game you can make to help kids practice counting and color recognition. All you need to make one is a paper with a 20 square grid on it, a pair of dice, and several small items … Read More...
Salt Dough Flower Fingerprints
When I found this project posted on the Meaningful Mama blog, my first thought was that it would make a fun Mother’s Day gift! The colorful flowers pictured here are made using salt dough that is formed into a flower … Read More...
DIY Number Puzzles
If you would like to make some fun puzzles for the kids to play (and learn) with, check out these fun popsicle stick puzzles created by Julie from Make, Take, and Teach. Not only can kids match up the pictures, … Read More...
Have Fun with Jell-Doh
Making and playing with Play dough is always a great way to entertain kids and help pass the time. Not only can it be used for fun, you can use it as part of many different lesson plans. If you … Read More...
Super Hero Catch a Villain Math Game
If your kids are super hero fans, they will have fun with this game while practicing their math skills. Trisha, from Inspiration Laboratories, created this game with the help of her son. They used pipe cleaners to make their villains … Read More...
Don’t Feed The Raccoon
Sarah, from Stay at Home Educator, created this silly looking raccoon and game to help her preschoolers learn their teen numbers. She made the raccoon out of a pasta box and created the game cards that you can download and … Read More...
10 Fun and Fabulous Ways to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday
Did you know that March 2nd is the birthday of the famous and beloved author, Dr. Seuss? Take a minute out of your day, either the day of, or leading up to, and celebrate the day with your little … Read More...
Pancake Number Match – Lesson plans
There is no better activity than one where you can combine plain old fun with learning. This homemade game from Coffee Cups and Crayons does exactly that. To make this game, all you need is 2o circles made out of … Read More...
How to Make a Hula Hoop Rag Rug
This is a great DIY project for a long weekend or just when you are stuck inside because the weather is bad! It is also a great excuse to go through your drawers and get rid of old t-shirts. You … Read More...
Feed the Shark Alphabet Game for Kids
Kristina, from Toddler Approved, created this fun shark game to go along with an ocean theme they were working on. Her kids are 6, 3, and 1 and she was able to easily modify it to work with all three … Read More...
Valentines Counting and Color Sorting Activity
You really need to check out this fun Valentine’s Day activity posted by Sheryl, from Teaching 2 & 3 Year Olds. She created this simple heart printable that can be used in so many ways. Match it with some craft … Read More...
Kids Craft – Fingerprint Heart Ornaments
This is an adorable craft that would make a great gift for parents or grandparents! Jen, from The Mad House, explains how easy it is to make these heart-shaped ornaments. She also shares a recipe for making white clay using … Read More...
10 Non-Candy Valentine Ideas
Valentine’s Day is a time when people express their love and affection for one another, often through the exchange of cards, flowers, and sweets. If you have a child who celebrates Valentine’s Day, you may find that they come home … Read More...
8 Activities for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A great way to learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is to make some fun craft projects. These fun activities are great for the classroom or to do at home with the kids. While you work on them, … Read More...