Now that the weather is beautiful – most days – you might be looking for some fun activities you can with the kids outside. I suggest you make an outdoor music station, like this one posted by Ann, from My … Read More ...
Teaching Kids How Sound is Made
While you may prefer it when the kids are quiet, sometimes making can sound be a great learning experience. Start out by gathering together some containers (empty cans, bowls, etc), cellophane paper and extra large balloons, and rubber bands to … Read More ...
Button Counting and Sorting
I figured this was the perfect activity to share today because it is Count Your Buttons Day! You don’t need much time or many supplies to make this fun button game for your little ones. You might even be able … Read More ...
Five Little Monkeys Finger Puppets
If you have your own little monkeys, they will certainly enjoy making and playing with these cute monkey finger puppets that can be used when they sing the popular kid’s song “Five little monkeys jumping on the bed...… Read More ...
Cardboard Tube Chili Pepper Maracas
This just might be the best Cinco de Mayo craft I have seen. Where to begin…
First of all, I love recycling crafts and these adorable maracas are made by recycling a cardboard paper towel roll. Secondly, you can use … Read More ...
Popsicle Stick Harmonica
Have you ever whistled using a blade of grass held between your thumbs? This DIY harmonica works in pretty much the same way!
Show your kids how to make sweet music by sandwiching a skinny piece of paper between two … Read More ...
Scrap Metal Musical Instruments
Childs Play Music shares this article on creating musical instruments with scrap metal. How perfect would these be for yard play? Not only do they resemble up-cycled or reclaimed art they are practical and imaginative. I don’t think I would … Read More ...
Musical Instruments for Kids
We are a very musical family. My husband plays guitar and I love to sing. Apparently it is rubbing off on our children as they all have taken an interest in having family music nights where we all sit around … Read More ...
Banjo {Kid Craft}
Sometimes its hard for little hands to understand the different parts of musical instruments because the instruments are so big. Here’s a great little banjo craft that will allow you to teach your little ones the different parts of the … Read More ...
Song Basket
This song basket is a lot like a book basket, but it encourages singing! How cute is that?!? You can pick your children’s favorite songs, and then find something to inspire them to sing it! Find out more at Love … Read More ...
Five Little Speckled Frogs Craft
When I found this monster puppet craft from Red Ted Art’s Blog, there was also a linky at the bottom of the post and I found some great crafts, especially this one! The craft goes along with the song and … Read More ...
Rainbow Shakers
Sometimes, when I am searching for great kids’ crafts, I come across a post that draws me in from the pictures. This is definitely one of those blog posts and crafts. The wonder, awe , and focus that these photographs … Read More ...
Matchbox Guitar
My husband is an acoustic guitar player, and is constantly helping the girls put on concerts in our living room. I guess this is why I am so touched by this Father’s Day craft from zakka life. I love … Read More ...
Mix CD For Father’s Day
We are a very musical family, and my husband has a unique musical taste. My girls would love to pick songs that reminded them of their daddy! They would have so much fun creating a unique CD cover as well… … Read More ...
Popsicle Stick Harmonica
maya*made has a great how to for making a Popsicle Stick Harmonica. Any homemade musical instrument is worth a try in my book! She shows you step by step with pictures! There are lot’s of music learning resources available online … Read More ...