Sitting down doing math problems is not all that exciting for most kids. Add a little exercise and it gets more interesting. Our kids loved this activity. It is so easy to set up and really gets them moving. You will need: Sticky notes Pen (dark enough to read easily) A place to run This game can be played using whatever type of math your children are … [Read more...]
Fizzy Drip Painting-Art Meets Science
Kids love science experiments with baking soda and vinegar. We experimented and found that it also makes beautiful art. We added rubbing alcohol to the mix and discovered it made beautiful designs when held up to the light. *This post contains affiliate links. For more information, read our full disclosure here: Fizzy Drip Painting-Art Meets Science You will Need: … [Read more...]
Easy Anemometer Kids Can Make
We have a lot of wind here in Southern California. Even if you don't have much wind where you live, kids will enjoy making and using an anemometer with a fan or simpy by blowing on it. Easy Anemometer Kids Can Make: You Will Need: 4 cupcake liners (or small paper cups) 2 plastic straws pencil with eraser thumbtack tape If the plastic straws have a bent part, cut … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Hot Apple Cider With a Crispy Pie Crust Edged Mug
This time of year calls out for hot apple cider and a cozy blanket. Apple cider and apple pie both make the house smell like home. I decided to combine the two by making hot apple cider in a cup with a pie crust edge. It is really easy to do and makes it more fun! This recipe was a big hit with our whole family. SLOW COOKER APPLE CIDER WITH A CRISPY PIE CRUST … [Read more...]
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe-Narnia Inspired Costumes
We have had fun doing group costumes ever since our kids' first Halloween. We started out off the rack with ducks and raccoons and then I began making their costumes with some elements that are store bought. The next two themes were inspired by nursery rhymes: Little Bo Peep Found Her Sheep followed by Hey Diddle Diddle, the Cat and the Fiddle. Then, we did The Very Hungry … [Read more...]