Make a Marble Track Out of Paper Plates

This paper plate spiral marble run is a cool craft for summer that isn’t that hard to make but might require a little help from grownups to get the spacing of the plates just right.

The full tutorial is at Frugal Fun 4 Boys, and it covers how they put the marble run together and the adjustments that were needed.

You could probably make this as large or small as you like, though it might lose stability if it got really tall. But it’s a great way to use what you have to make a fun (and recyclable) toy for kids and adults alike.

[Photo: Frugal Fun 4 Boys.]

Paper plates are one of the most versatile craft materials for kids, as they are affordable, easy to find and can be used to create an endless array of projects. Whether you’re looking for a rainy day activity or a fun way to keep the kids busy, these paper plate crafts are sure to delight. From adorable Easter bunnies to spooky Halloween bats, these crafts are perfect for children of all ages.

Spring is the perfect time to get creative with paper plates. These 20 springtime paper plate crafts for kids are a great way to celebrate the season and let your little ones’ imaginations run wild. From cheerful flowers to buzzing bees, these crafts are sure to bring a smile to your child’s face.

Snowflakes are a classic winter decoration, and with this paper plate snowflake art project, you and your kids can create your own beautiful and unique designs. With just a few simple materials and some imagination, you can turn plain old paper plates into stunning works of art.

Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the spirit than by making a cute and crafty paper plate Easter bunny? This easy and fun kids craft is perfect for children of all ages, and is a great way to spend some quality time together.

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Marble Runs and Other Activities with Marbles for Kids

If you want to teach kids the basics of Hanukkah in the classroom or at home, the picture book Hanukkah by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Rotem Teplow is a nice place to start.

The book explores the Jewish holiday through the eyes of Lior, a boy whose name means “my light” in Hebrew, which is appropriate for talking about the Festival of Lights.

The book goes through all the preparations the family does, including cleaning, setting the table and cleaning the menorah. It talks about what the menorah symbolizes and the Hanukkah story of the oil in the Holy Temple of Jerusalem lasting for eight days when it should have only been a one-day supply.

The meaning of the letters on the dreidel are also explored, in that when you are in Israel they have a different fourth word (the letters symbolize the Hebrew letters for “a great miracle happened there” or, in Israel, “a great miracle happened here”).

Because the story of Hanukkah involves oil, a lot of the foods that are eaten during the celebration are fried in oil, such as latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (fried jelly doughnuts). Other foods mentioned include challah, noodle kugel and sour cream and applesauce, which are served with the latkes. Family and friends drop by to share their food, light their menorahs together and play dreidel (the game is explained in the story). It also talks about how the candles are lit through the eight days and what happens at the end of Hanukkah.

The book includes Hanukkah blessings in English and Hebrew and talks about the lunar cycle of the Hebrew calendar, which is why Hanukkah is sometimes celebrated in November and sometimes in December. It also talks about why Jewish holidays are celebrated beginning at sunset rather than in the morning.

Other topics covered include Hanukkah greetings; how to spell Hanukkah; how to make an edible menorah and an tzedakah box (to collect money for charity); recipes for latkes and applesauce; and a more detailed story of Hanukkah than is included within the story of the book. There’s also a quiz to see how well you were paying attention.

This sweet little book is a quick read and a cute overview of the basics of Hanukkah and what the symbols, foods and games mean. It’s a great book for classrooms or at home for sharing basic knowledge.

About the book: 48 pages, hardcover. Published 2024 by words & pictures, suggested retail price $14.99.

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