If your household (or classroom) seems to have an over-abundance of Legos perhaps you would like to try this Lego math game posted by Ness from One Perfect Day. Her son in a visual learner so she thought he would … Read More ...
Gingerbread Paint Recipe & Craft
Not too long ago I shared a Gingerbread Cloud Dough recipe posted by Crystal, from Growing a Jeweled Rose, and it was a big hit so I thought I would share another fun recipe from her blog. This is a … Read More ...
Fries for Me Math Game
It seems like I have been on a math kick lately with the projects I have been sharing, but anytime I find a creative way to teach kids I just want to share them immediately! This french fry themed math … Read More ...
Giant Craft Stick Snowflakes
If you are looking for a great project older kids will enjoy, check out this tutorial shared by Monica on Crafty Nest. Not only will the kids have fun making these over-sized snowflakes, they will also be learning how to … Read More ...
Racing Reindeer Number Line Activity
If you are looking for a timely way to get kids excited about working on number recognition and counting, make this simple reindeer game. Gather together a clothespin for each player, a chenille stem for each clothespin, and two google … Read More ...
Hardware Store Menorah
I know I have been sharing plenty of Christmas projects… But I am always keeping my eyes open for projects you can make in honor of other December celebrations. When I can across this fast and easy Hanukkah craft made … Read More ...
Frozen snowflake headbands
I think it is safe to say that the popularity of all things related to the FROZEN movie is still going strong… If you know a FROZEN fan, I highly recommend this unique craft. Even if you don’t know a … Read More ...
Building Activity Using Straws and Paper Towel Rolls
This project shared by Sarah, from Frugal Fun for Boys, will motivate you to start saving cardboard tubes and gathering together colorful straw. She gave these building materials to her boys and she showed them how easy it was to … Read More ...
DIY Pipe Cleaner Trees Christmas Craft
Jessica, from Play Trains, originally designed these fun pine trees to use with a train set, but they make perfect Christmas decorations and ornaments. All that you need to make one or more of these adorable trees are pipe cleaners … Read More ...
Clothes Pin Dolls
Join in with the clothespin fun shared by Vicki on her Art with Kids blog. Follow her suggestions and you can learn how to make fashionable dolls out of old-fashioned clothespins, chenille stems, and fabric scraps. This is a great … Read More ...
Snow Globes
This fun winter craft is a great way to use photos of kids. The finished project would make a fun decoration or even a special gift. Start out by taking pictures of the kids. Have them act out something they … 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 ...
Gingerbread Cloud Dough Recipe
Have you ever made cloud dough? Although I have yet to try it, I know it is basically a combination of flour and oil (I have read you can use any sort of household oil, such as vegetable or even … Read More ...
Cardboard Tube Gnomes for Christmas
Did you know that Christmas Gnomes are known to help Santa in many ways? They are so small that they can sneak around without being seen which makes it easy for them to keep on eye on kids year round. … Read More ...
Jingle Bell Ankle Bracelets
This is a fun project to make with kids at this, or any time, of year. They can make these ankle bracelets and dance along to their favorite Christmas carols or even march in their own holiday parade. Stephanie, from … Read More ...