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Kids Science – How To Make Crystal Starts

April 21, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Here is another Borax crystal tutorial. If you haven’t already created crystals with the kids then this is a fun version. You can even make them onto wands for a fairy style finish.

Crystal Stars science for kids.

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Free Printable Just Because Cards

April 14, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Sometimes you don’t need a reason to tell someone you care. Sometimes you shouldn’t need a reason to tell someone you care. That is why I love these free printable Just because cards. Perfect way to teach children gratitude and … Read More ...

DIY Travel Emergency Kit With Free Printable

April 11, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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These DIY Travel emergency kits are not only practical but will save you heaps or money and time. I don’t know how many times I have been out and needed pain relief or a bandaid for a child’s scraped knee. … Read More ...

Chemistry Crayon Labels – Starting Them Too Young?

April 9, 2016 by Shellie Wilson 1 Comment

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At just $3 you can change your child’s crayon labels to reflect a name so much smarter than their peers. I think these would be lot’s of fun but you would need to make sure your child knows the actual … Read More ...

Litte Blue Truck Activities

April 7, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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8 fun learning activities to go with everyone’s favorite book – Little Blue Truck!

These activities feature trucks, mud, and farm animals – what else do you need?

Check out the full activity round up here at Sunnydayfamily.com.… Read More ...

Free Printable Pretend Play Groceries

April 4, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Pretend play is lot’s of fun for little ones and continues well in to their tweenage years. I know my 8 year old pretends she is a teenage diva most days. These free printables are easy to make, just use … Read More ...

Build Your Kids Toys Out Of Old Boxes Cause Let’s Face It They Don’t Give A Sh#*

April 3, 2016 by Shellie Wilson 1 Comment

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This article by Scary Mommy is really honest. It’s true kids will play with whatever you allow them to play with. Boxes are fun to create with. My only complaint would be making something so great with such detail and … Read More ...

Have Fun With Easy Homemade Floam

April 1, 2016 by Shellie Wilson 1 Comment

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The kids are going to love playing with this homemade floam and it is so easy to make. You will need Borax which I know is a little hard to find in some countries.  Once you find all your ingredients … Read More ...

4 Engineering Challenges For Kids by Frugal Fun For Boys

March 30, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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These Engineering guided structures teach a hands on approach to Engineering. You child will enjoy the failures (as they tumble to the floor) as much as the construction side. I love the use of the mini shot glasses, small and … Read More ...

Adult Colouring In For A Purpose

March 28, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Color in then laminate these bookmarks for the perfect little gift for loved ones. I am sure by now piles and pile of adult coloring in books are being stacked in corners and not actually appreciated. This is a great … Read More ...

10 Cool Sciency Things For Kids

March 27, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Here is a great round up by Picklebums.com. In this round up she links to 10 of her kids favourite science related things. She includes Pod casts and tutorials. 10 cool Sciency Things

Check out more fun science … Read More ...

STEM Activity – Qixel Robots

March 25, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Design these robots using Qixels. Qixels are like beado’s but aimed at boys and are square in shape. I prefer Qixels over Beados as they sit on the templates so much easier.

STEAM Robot Activity.

Qixels Fuse Blaster on Amazon… Read More ...

Amazing Idea – Mess Free Painting For Toddlers!

March 24, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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I often have children around to my house to “make mess”. It’s not that my house is easier to clean but I am more tolerant with the clean up process. I know lots of parents don’t allow their kids to … Read More ...

Book Review – Passed And Present Keeping Memories Of Loved Ones Alive

March 21, 2016 by Shellie Wilson 2 Comments

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Passed and Present is a one-of-a-kind guide for discovering creative and meaningful ways to keep the memory of loved ones alive. Inspiring and empowering, this action-driven “how-to” manual teaches us how to remember those we miss most, no matter how 

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Veggie Patch River Rocks

March 19, 2016 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Oh my golly gosh these look so adorable! What a creative way to make out your backyard patch or school veggie grounds. It might take a bit of collecting to find the right shapes for the right labels but when … Read More ...

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