Craftzine has a PDF to show you how to create these amazing creatures plus how to learn the art of twirled paper.
They also suggest using old newspaper or even junk mail which is a great upcycled craft for your … Read More ...
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Craftzine has a PDF to show you how to create these amazing creatures plus how to learn the art of twirled paper.
They also suggest using old newspaper or even junk mail which is a great upcycled craft for your … Read More ...
Check out That Artist Woman’s tutorial to teach your children how to do a silhouette painting using the Nativity Scene.
… Read More ...Crafting a Green World has a great idea for using recycled papers to make Christmas Cards.
I love that this craft is appropriate for adults OR children.
What a great craft to do together as a family!
I can’t wait … Read More ...
This time of year is a great time to show your children how to think of others. One way of doing that is to help them make Christmas Cards.
Goody Goody Gumdrops has a great simple card you can definitely … Read More ...
Not only can traveling be fun, but it can be educational. No Time for Flash Cards has come up with a great interactive activity to get children ready for the idea of packing!
… Read More ...I just love this idea which incorporates colors by Mad In Crafts.
This would be a great project when teaching about colors, fall, giving, weather, or even just skills such as dexterity with little one’s hands since they will … Read More ...
Many families are traveling during the holidays. Here is a great way to educate your children during those long card rides. Make your own Travel Felt Board!
Dollar Store Crafts shows you how!
I like the idea that you could … Read More ...
Wondering what to get for your children for Christmas that might actually spur their interested in learning?
Why not MAKE an ornament for them that involves their favorite book!
I love this idea from Poppies at Play. Click Here for … Read More ...
I was just browsing and found this Thanksgiving Bracelet over at My Montessori Journey. You can download her PDF for it.
Her story card is inspired from the book
The Pilgrim’s First Thanksgiving by Ann McGovern and Elroy Freem … Read More ...
Thanksgiving Day can be hectic and stressful with children around, especially if you are trying to have dinner before 9pm!
Here are a few activities that your children could try to keep them busy while you are running around.
Thanksgiving is a great time to work with our children (and ourselves) on the meaning of being Thankful.
Here are a few crafts that might help your child understand that concept.
Thankful Poem Tutorial– by Let’s Explore
(This … Read More ...
As the new Lesson Plan editor, I am so thankful that my posts are starting just before Thanksgiving.
Most children associate Turkeys with Thanksgiving. You can spur their interest to learn more by making some Turkey’s with them!
Here are … Read More ...
After writing the last post, I roamed around the Mother Huddle site and found a pumpkin seed craft!! I always wonder what the heck I should do with all of those leftover pumpkin seeds!! There are always way to … Read More ...
I Love small personalized decor that children can easily make. This handprint spider from the Mother Huddle fits the bill! With just your child’s hands, black ink, and googly eyes make this adorable decoration!
Quick!! Halloween is almost here!
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I love art pojects that are based on picture book illustrations. This one from Journey into Unschooling is based on the illustrations by Kazuno Kohar in Ghosts in the House. Using plain orange and black construction paper and an … Read More ...