Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 each year (because it celebrates the time period when several countries gained their independence) and it’s a great time to bring in some Hispanic inspired crafts and foods. For an … Read More ...
Ghost Craft Ideas for Kids
Ghost crafts are a lot of fun for kids to make and they’re a way to get into Halloween crafting that’s not really scary. Here are some easy ghost crafts for you to make with kids, whether it’s your kiddo … Read More ...
Easy Lacing Cards to Make for Kids
Lacing is a great fine motor activity, and most kids go through a phase where they enjoy working with lacing cards. It helps promote focus and is a great quiet activity for kids to do in the car or to … Read More ...
10 DIY Butter Squishies To Make From Paper
I must admit, a squishy block of butter was not on my crafty prediction list for 2026. Yet here we are, surrounded by teenagers turning ordinary paper, tape and stuffing into shiny little butter bricks—and honestly, they are rather adorable.… Read More ...
Beach Crafts Kids Can Make — No Vacation Required
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 ...
Ice Cream Crafts for Kids to Make
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 ...
Using Pizza and Pretend Play to Learn about Fractions
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 ...
Easy Felt Food Pancakes for Kids – A Sweet Pretend Play Craft for Classrooms and Home
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 ...
Teach the Teacher Printable Worksheets: A Fun End-of-Year Student Lesson Activity
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 ...
Easy Balloon Critter Stress Balls for Kids – A Fun Sensory Craft for Home, Classrooms, and Therapy Play
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 ...
Easy Crafts to Make for Father’s Day
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 ...
Easy Mother’s Day Cupcake Socks Gift Craft for Kids – A Sweet Classroom and Home Idea
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 ...
Butterfly Bead Bookmark for Kids – A Sweet Handmade Gift Craft for Mothers Day, Teachers, and Classrooms
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 ...
Easy Mother’s Day Cupcake Wrapper Flowers for Kids – A Sweet Craft for Classrooms, Preschoolers, and Home
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 ...
Mother’s Day Plant Pot Family Wind Chime for Kids – A Cute Keepsake Craft for Parents, Teachers, and Classrooms
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 ...