You are not going to want to miss this amazing post on starting the hobby of Bird Watching with your family. They make theses amazing Life Bird Watching Books…where each family member can record the birds they see. You will … Read More ...
Feathers {Kid Craft}
These feathers look so real, and yet look like they were a blast to make. I love the idea of using spaghetti for them too! You can find this awesome project and tutorial over at Not Just a Mom!
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Autumn Decorating for Kids
I think one of the smartest ideas a mom can have is to use decorative items that can also be played with and explored. This post gives some wonderful ideas on how to make a decorative table that also is … Read More ...
Fall Leaf Craft
This would be the perfect way to incorporate a craft into a nature study. Fall is the perfect time to learn about the different leaves and the trees that produce them. This leaf felt craft from Inspiring Pretty is definitely … Read More ...
Leaf and Flower Petal Tissue Collage
This craft is perfect to do with your child after a long nature walk where you collect beautiful fallen leaves and flower petals from around your home. Head on over to The Chocolate Muffin Tree for this interesting technique using … Read More ...
Meet Apple-onia!- Lesson Plan
Sometimes a blog post comes across my path, and I am blown away by the creativity of the one who inspired it. This post is more of an incredible lesson plan than a craft, but does involve some ‘crafty’ things. … Read More ...
Pine Cone Animals
I lived in Lake Tahoe for 7 years where huge pine cones would fall from the Pine Trees in the fall season. I wish I had this idea of Pine Cone Animals when I was living there. Head on over … Read More ...
Kid Friendly Terrarium
I have never tried to make a terrarium, but these look like a great place to start. I love that each child was able to pick the little figurine that they would put inside their terrarium. The use of succulents … Read More ...
Nature Pouch
My children are always collecting things from nature that they would like to keep in a special place This Nature Pouch from Red Ted Art (originally inspired from this post) is a perfect craft to create something specifically for those … Read More ...
Sandcasting at the Beach
Many families are headed to the beach this summer for some well deserved relaxation and family time. Children, however…take their energy with them on vacations. Here, Paint Cut Paste shows you how to use that energy, and their shell findings … Read More ...
Cupcake Liner Sunflowers
Sunflowers are the perfect reminder of how wonderful summertime is. I love the idea of using coffee grinds to create the ‘center’ of the sunflower. Visit We Know Stuff to get the full how to.… Read More ...
Plantable Paper for Earth Day
This project is perfect for teaching your children about sustainability and Earth Day. Alphamom has a great tutorial for this beautiful natural project.
Looking for some books to pair with these crafts? Check these out.
Vibrant Vegetable-Dyed Easter Eggs
Often times, when you think of dying Easter Eggs with Vegetables and Natural ingredients, you may not be thinking that the results will be amazing, but this tutorial is sure to bring out the beauty in dying Easter Eggs naturally! … Read More ...
Pine Cone Bunny
My favorite aspect of The Magic Onions (aside from her amazing photographs and unique ideas) is her ability to create things with her children that are so natural and organic looking that you just have to smile and feel ‘refreshed’. … Read More ...
Simple Bird Feeder Craft
Itching to see the return of the birds at your house? Why not make a simple bird feeder that will entice your feathered friends to return? Savvy Southern Sisters has a great idea using simple paper plates, peanut butter and … Read More ...