Are you looking for some fun crafts and activities for Presidents' Day? Check out all of these wonderful ideas. Many include free printables. Last year on Presidents' Day, our children had a great time at an enrichment program workshop where they made masks of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln (pictured top left). After some … [Read more...]
Cinnamon Sugar-Kid Made Gift
There is something wonderful about gifts made by kids. They put so much heart into their creations that their gifts are much more meaningful than anything store bought. I fell in love with cinnamon toast as a child and would get so excited whenever my Mom made it. I enjoy sharing the tradition with my own kids and teaching them how to make it. It is an easy gift for them to … [Read more...]
Make a Peppermint Stick Straw (and Sip Fresh Orange Juice!)
When I went to Girl Scout camp as a child, we did a peppermint 'straw' activity that impressed me so much that I begged my parents to buy peppermint sticks when I returned. They gave in and let me replicate the experiment again and again at home. I looked forward to trying it with our kids and we had so much fun! I had to do … [Read more...]
Bunnies and Chicks-Crafts, Actvities and Recipes
This Paper Plate Bunny Craft by The Pleasantest Thing makes me smile. It is such a cute Spring craft. Your home or classroom would look so festive decorated with this Bunny Pom Pom Bunting by Thrifty Mum. Are you looking for a new way to decorate eggs without coloring them? Try making these cute Bunny Easter Eggs by The Nerd's Wife. Puppets are a great … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Card Ideas for Children of All Ages
Valentine's Day is such a great holiday to teach children about demonstrating love and affection for others through kind gestures and making and giving cards. There are so many wonderful cards kids can make and there are also some great ideas of cards you can make for them. I have collected … [Read more...]