
Last month I shared a collection of beach crafts that used items from the beach like seashells and sand. This month’s collection is all about beach animals and things you might see at the beach that don’t require beachy materials … Read More ...
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Last month I shared a collection of beach crafts that used items from the beach like seashells and sand. This month’s collection is all about beach animals and things you might see at the beach that don’t require beachy materials … Read More ...

We’ve gotten to the point in summer where I live where I spend a lot of time thinking about ice cream. While I’m trying to avoid eating ice cream daily as a way to beat the heat, let’s take a … Read More ...

When my daughter was young she loved the PBS show “Peg + Cat,” and if you’ve got a fan of that show in your house this activity will be even better, but it doesn’t matter if your kids don’t already … Read More ...
These felt food pancakes for kids are a sweet little project for anyone who loves making handmade toys for pretend play. Made from felt, batting, and a few simple sewing supplies, this craft creates a soft pancake stack complete … Read More ...
Looking for a fun, low-prep classroom activity that keeps students engaged while still practicing real learning skills? This Teach the Teacher printable worksheet pack is a creative way to let students step into the role of teacher for a day.… Read More ...
These Balloon Critters are such a fun little kids craft, especially when you need something quick, inexpensive, and a bit different from the usual paper-and-glue activity. This project turns simple balloons filled with flour into squishy little critters with faces, … Read More ...
Homemade gifts are the best for holidays like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, and these easy Father’s Day crafts are great for kids to help with and that make useful gifts for dad.
I love a good picture frame craft … Read More ...
If you are looking for a simple Mother’s Day craft for kids that is cute, affordable, and actually useful, these Cupcake Socks are such a fun little idea. The project from CraftBits turns a pair of fluffy socks into a … Read More ...
The Butterfly Bead Bookmark is one of those older-style kids’ crafts that still has plenty of charm, especially if you are looking for something a little more giftable than the usual paper-and-glue project. It uses assorted beads, wire, a sequin, … Read More ...
This Mother’s Day Cupcake Wrapper Flowers project is such a lovely little pick for parents, grandparents, and teachers who need a craft that feels special without turning the table into total chaos. The project uses cupcake wrappers, craft glue, … Read More ...
If you are looking for a Mother’s Day craft that feels a little more meaningful than the usual quick paper activity, this Plant Pot Family Wind Chime is a really sweet option. The original project uses terracotta pots in different … Read More ...
Celebrate the return of the birds with the warmer weather with this collection of bird crafts for kids.
This cardboard roll parrot from Artsy Craftsy Mom is a cute and easy one that you could do in different ways to … Read More ...

May 5 is a Japanese holiday known as Kodomo no Hi or Children’s Day. (It used to be just for boys, and girls still have their own holiday on March 3, but this one has officially been for all children … Read More ...

It’s nice to get flowers for Mother’s Day, but even better to get kid-made flower crafts that you can keep for years. Check out these easy flower crafts for Mother’s Day that kids can make, or at least help with. … Read More ...
Just to get it out of the way up front, the good folks at BeaverBot sent me a BeverBot Cutter 2 (the B. Rex model, to be precise) so that I could review it for you but I received no … Read More ...