Giving math a holiday twist is fun for kids of any age, but little ones especially will have more fun learning math concepts when there’s a bit of Christmas involved. Check out more Christmas math activities for older kids here… Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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30 Small DIY Planters And Plant Pots For Succulents
Okay, let me start by saying succulents are about the only thing I can keep alive. I have never hidden the fact on this blog that I do not have a green thumb. Yes, I write about gardening, but … Read More...
Christmas Nativity Scene Cross Stitch Patterns
If you want to stitch up a little something that’s religious for your Christmas decor, check out these nativity scene cross stitch patterns. Most of them are small enough you can still make them for this holiday if you want!… Read More...
Easy Christmas Art Activities for Kids
There are so many different holiday themed arts and crafts projects that kids can do, but I wanted to share a bunch of easy ones that you ca do with a classroom of kiddos or at home to display through … Read More...
Christmas Ornament Learning Activities
These learning activities don’t use actual Christmas ornaments, but they do use the shapes of ornaments to aid in learning, or making an ornament with an educational twist.
Look We’re Learning has a set of printable worksheets using Christmas ornaments … Read More...
Snowman Cross Stitch Patterns
One of the problems with a lot of Christmas crafts is that they feel like holiday decorations that need to go away as soon as the holiday is over. And in the depths of winter, we’d rather keep the cheery … Read More...
Christmas Tree Skirt Knitting Patterns
One of the fun things about the holidays is that you can make all sorts of decorations that make the season just that much more cozy. I love the idea of a knit tree skirt (we only have a tiny … Read More...
Learning about Brazil for Kids
Brazil is the largest country in South America, and is officially the Federative Republic of Brazil because it is a federation of 26 states the the Federal District.
It’s the fifth-largest country by size and the seventh largest by population, … Read More...
Hanukkah Unit Studies for Kids
Learning about Hanukkah is important for people of all faiths as a reminder that December isn’t just about Christmas and that their are many other important holidays that happen during this time. Hanukkah unit studies can give you ideas for … Read More...
Christmas Ornament Cross Stitch Patterns
The other day I shared some cross stitch patterns with ornaments on them, so this time around I wanted to share cross stitch patterns that you can use as ornaments. It would be fun to do a whole tree in … Read More...
Turkey in Disguise Activities
Every year at my daughter’s school I think it’s the second or third graders do an activity where they have to disguise a turkey to keep it from being eaten at Thanksgiving. The kids draw the disguise and write a … Read More...
Printable Houses to Use as Christmas Decorations
I guess this isn’t exclusively a kid’s craft or learning activity (though cutting and folding are great for developing fine motor skills!) but I think kids would love having some of these printable holiday houses around the house or classroom … Read More...
Christmas Sock Knitting Patterns
Why should the fireplace get all the fun? Instead of knitting stockings this year, why not whip up a pair of Christmas themed socks? These Christmas sock knitting patterns are lots of fun to make and you can wear them … Read More...
Cross Stitch Patterns with Christmas Ornaments
I was trying to think of some different Christmas cross stitch pattern themes that I could share with you and I came up with wanting to do a post of patterns with ornaments on them that aren’t necessarily ornaments themselves.… Read More...
Learn about Botswana for Kids
Botswana is a landlocked country in southern Africa known for its desert and game reserves. About 70 percent of the country is part of the Kalahari Desert, and it is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world.… Read More...
15 DIY Vanity Tables You Can Make For Your Teenager
Teenagers often crave a sense of independence and personal space, which is why having their own vanity table can be a great addition to their bedroom. A vanity table serves as a dedicated space for them to get ready, experiment … Read More...
25 Enchanting Cardinal Bird Crochet Patterns to Brighten Your Christmas
Calling all crochet enthusiasts! This festive season, elevate your holiday décor with the warmth and charm of handmade creations. Our roundup of 25 Cardinal Bird Crochet Patterns will have your hooks flying faster than Santa’s sleigh. From stunning Cardinal Forest … Read More...
25 Free Sewing Patterns for Reusable Christmas Gift Bags to Elevate Your Holiday Gifting Game
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift towards more sustainable practices, with an increasing number of individuals embracing reusable gift bags as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional wrapping paper.
If you paid close attention last holiday season, you … Read More...
40+ Christmas Quilt Patterns For The Holidays
‘Tis the season to deck the halls and stitch up some festive cheer with 40 amazing Christmas quilt patterns. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting out, these patterns are perfect for adding a touch of holiday magic … Read More...
Leaf Activities That Don’t Use Real Leaves
The other day I shared some crafts involving fall leaves, but there are a lot of fun leaf-related activities that don’t use real leaves, so I wanted to share some of those, too.
Like these watercolor leaves from The … Read More...