This is a wonderful craft you can use to have the little ones work on fine motor skills, but I think even the older kids will want to join in the fun. Older kids can even help color the noodles! … Read More ...
Make Your Own Sand Paint
During this time of year, with more trips to the beach and the kids going in and out of the house often, you might find that you end up with more sand scattered around your house than you would like. … Read More ...
Seashell and Beach Glass Collage
Next time go you are planning a trip to the beach, keep this project in mind and you are walking along the shore and looking for treasures. Liska, from Adventure in a Box, explains how to create a colorful collage … Read More ...
DIY Acrylic Painting Stand
If you have a budding artist and are looking for a great activity to do outdoors, check out this amazing acrylic paint stand DIY posted by Meri Cherry. Of course, it could also be used inside, but using it outside … Read More ...
Make Tinker Trays
While you might look at this box and be curious, kids will look at it and be inspired. Meri Cherry found an amazing tray and filled it with small items. She started out with natural items, like stones, twigs, and … Read More ...
Lucky Crown of Clover
While this might be a great project for St. Patrick’s Day, it is a lot easier to find clovers growing outside during June than March. That is why I figured it was a great time to share it with you! … Read More ...
Bubble Wrap Stomp Art
If you are looking for a very active art activity, check out this fun painting project shared by Dayna, from Lemon Lime Adventures. You may look at this art project, which encourages kids to experiment with paint and different sizes … Read More ...
Recycled Outdoor Music Station
Now that the weather is beautiful – most days – you might be looking for some fun activities you can with the kids outside. I suggest you make an outdoor music station, like this one posted by Ann, from My … Read More ...
Goin’ on a Color Hunt
This can be an almost instant activity for the entire family. Brittney , from The Poe Farm, decided she wanted to do a fun activity every Monday with her second born and that is what inspired her to come up … Read More ...
Cutting Practice Spider
It is a good idea to come up with fun and creative ideas to help preschoolers practice their cutting skills! After all, it is better to let them practice cutting on paper, yarn, and other items than to have them … Read More ...
Different Ways to Use Color Coloring Pages
No, the title of this post is not a misprint or typo… It is about different ways you can use coloring pages that teach colors. Cassie, from 3 Dinosaurs, offers some adorable, free color-themed coloring pages and she also shares … Read More ...
8 Crafts To Preserve Your Child’s Handprints & Footprints
As parents, we have our days when we can’t wait until our children are old enough to take care of themselves and not need to depend on us for so much. However, there is also that big part in our … Read More ...
Magnetic Ice Science Activity
Try mixing together ice and magnets for a fun learning activity for the kids. You can make your own magnetic science activity using a few ice cube trays and a variety of small, magnetic items such as paper clips, pipe … Read More ...
Homemade Herb and Spice Play Dough
Play dough is always a hit with kids of all ages. Play dough can be even more fun when it is homemade! Georgina, from Craftulate, took making play dough to a new level when she added herbs and spices to … Read More ...
Growing Seeds with Toddlers
I love gardening, and I love sharing my passion for it with others – especially kids! This easy and educational project posted by Malia, from Playdough to Plato, is a great way to get kids involved. Follow Malia’s suggestions and … Read More ...