One of my favorite make believe things to do as a child was to pretend I was a teacher. I think there was something about feeling like I had authority over my dolls and stuffed animals, and I also got … Read More ...
Handmade Treasure Map {Kid Gift}
If you read any of my posts here on the CG Lesson Plans page, you would know by now that I am a huge fan of any type of craft or handmade item that would encourage imagination and creativity in … Read More ...
‘Make A Story’ in a bag!
I love handmade gifts…they are sort of a silent passion of mine. I spend hours on Pinterest looking up who has the best current handmade gift ideas. And I think this one is at the top of my list. The … Read More ...
Homemade Veterinarian Kit
One of my favorite sites to go to for inspiration on Handmade gifts, especially for kids who love imagination and make believe is Make the Best of Everything! .
Her newest gift is a Homemade Veterinarian Kit, and its wonderful. … Read More ...
Make a ‘Play Library’
Crafts that encourage creative play are one of my favorite crafts to post on. {They are a craft weakness of mine:} This library play kit is one of many homemade gifts that Make The Best of Everything has made for … Read More ...
DIY Doctor Play Set
This doctor set would be a great gift for a child’s birthday! We love to play doctor around our house. Unfortunately, I’m always the one getting the shots. You can find this amazing tutorial for a homemade Doctor’s Play Set … Read More ...
Make Your Own Rapunzel Wig
What little girl doesn’t want to have hair that she can brain down to her toes? This Rapunzel Wig is just the perfect craft for enticing your child to get into her imagination and run wild! You can find this … Read More ...
Doll Bulletin Board {Kid Craft}
Does your daughter invest a lot of her time creating a fun space for her doll? This craft is such a a great addition to any girls doll area. You can find the tutorial at live.life.create.art.
… Read More ...Fairy Gardens {How To Make Your Own}
A little while ago, my daughters got a book out from the library that taught them how to make fairy homes. This fairy garden lesson is the perfect addition to our homes that we have out in our back yard! … Read More ...
Puppet Theater Tutorial
This puppet tutorial is such a great idea to increase your child’s imaginative play. I love that it is made out of those tri-folds that you would use for a school presentation. So simple! Visit katydiddys to get the full … Read More ...
Big Mouth Critters- Paper Puppets
This free downloadable pdf craft is great for giving some inspiration for creative play! You can find these Big Mouth Critters over at Whimsical Publishing.
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… Read More ...Wax Resist Paintings AND Shadow Puppets!
This project has so many amazing aspects that I just don’t know which to share first. Could it be the way her children created these wax resist paintings and used them for their shadow puppet background scenery? Love That! Or … Read More ...
Paper Bag Contest
Tinkerlab is definitely one of the hottest kid’s craft blogs out there. Rachelle has come up with great ways for you and your children to expand your creativity. This month’s ‘Creative Challenge’ is using paper bags.You can read more about … Read More ...
Ribbon Wand
I love creative play, and this ribbon wand is the perfect addition to your creative play supplies. Head over to The Craft Mummy for this simple tutorial.
… Read More ...Sock Donuts for Creative Play
One of our best toys in our home is our play kitchen. We play restaurant, mommy and daddy, cooking school, we use the kitchen all the time. I am a huge advocate of creative and imaginative play in children. Having … Read More ...