This was an art project for a class of 5th graders. Art teacher Abby Schukei challenge them to use Lego people as inspiration to creating a self portrait. I think using Legos as part of this project probably made even … Read More ...
Build Frozen Olaf Again and Again
My first thought was how much fun kids would have playing with this easy-to-make Olaf window decoration. Then, the thought occurred to me that this would make a wonderful Christmas or birthday gift for any Frozen fan! Kids will have … Read More ...
Watercolor Art Lesson for Kids
This watercolor project can easily be done by kids of all ages. All you need to get started is watercolor paper and blue painter’s tape. You can rip the painter’s tape into several thin pieces and let the kids position … Read More ...
Kids Craft – Velcro Dart Board
Sometimes it is great just to make something that is fun to play with, like this easy-to-make velcro dart board (although, if you want to get technical, kids can work on gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination while playing it). … Read More ...
Thomas and Friends Finger Puppets
Making these puppets is a great project for children and adults to do together. Adults will probably want to cut out all of the pieces and gather together all of the supplies. You might even want to do this ahead … Read More ...
Letter Recognition Shaving Cream Sensory Play
When it comes to learning, why not make it extra fun by adding some shaving cream to the mix? Fill a pie pan with letter tiles and them pile on the shaving cream. Search thrift stores, garage sales, or even … Read More ...
Pine Cone Squirrel Craft
As the squirrels are scurrying about, trying to gather all of the nut they can, it is the perfect time to craft your own tiny squirrel.
To make your own squirrel, the first thing you need to do is get … Read More ...
Candy Chromatography
I thought this might be a good project to share today because hopefully you all have plenty of candy left over from Halloween! If you have any Nerds candy (or any similarly colored candy) you can try your hand at … Read More ...
Clothespin Dinosaur Craft
Do you know a little dinosaur fan? This craft might be just up their ally! Amanda, from Crafts by Amanda, decided to use clothespins
to make the fun dinosaurs because they make perfect chomping jaws. Using felt, along with the … Read More ...
DIY US State Story Stones
Jill, from Enchanted Homeschooling Mom, wanted to create something that would help reinforce the facts her children were learning about the different US states so she created these story stones. Gather together 50 stones — a great excuse to take … Read More ...
Post-It Note Sudoku
If you ask me, this is brilliant! Such a simple and fun activity for kids and even adults. Kristina, from School Time Snippets, explains how not only is this a great activity for the brain but also for the fine … Read More ...
Fairy Tale Fridge Magnets
Next time you are going to sit down with your kids and read a fairy tale, bring along some drawing supplies and have them make these adorable magnets
. They can make a set for every book you read and … Read More ...
Halloween Craft – Paper Name Skeletons
Name art might be considered a classic (I remember making one in school as a child and, as my children always jokingly remind me, I am old), but I like the Halloween twist on this one. Cindy, from My Creative … Read More ...
Washi Taped Toilet Paper Roll French Knitter
If you want to learn how to knit but are nervous to try, you should try your hand at french knitting. It is easy to do, especially when you make once of these simple french knitters created by Jane from … Read More ...
Animal Track Fossils
This is a great activity that is perfect for today because it is National Fossil Day! Follow along with Mary Clare Walter’s directions at her Crafts for Kiddos blog and learn how to not only make fossils but also a … Read More ...