Scroll down to go directly to the Preschool Snowflake Craft instructions and to see the recommendations for books about snowflakes for kids. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase through these links I receive a very small commission. Whew! I’m back! No, I didn’t fall off the face of the earth. Nothing… [read more]
Winter Preschool Snowflake Craft with the Best Snowflake Books for Kids
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How to Make a Borax Crystal Geode – Science Projects for Kids!
March 11, 2016 by
Hope you enjoy this borax crystal geode tutorial! With the boys back in public school, and with our long commute time to and from school, it is not often we have the time to do science projects anymore. But the creative juices just can’t be stifled for long, and we were itching to do something creative…. [read more]
Fabulous Fun Easter Egg Decorating Ideas for Kids!
March 11, 2014 by
Here comes Peter Cottontail, Hopping down the Bunny Trail, Hippity Hoppity, Easter’s on its way! -Gene Autry It’s true – and he’ll be sneaking eggs in every nook and cranny of your home soon enough. Speaking of eggs, aside from finding them, dying eggs is one of childhood’s favorite memories. This year, venture outside the… [read more]
Shaving Cream Painting – Wordless Wednesday
March 5, 2014 by
Yesterday at Joy School I did shaving cream painting with the kids. We didn’t have a table big enough so we did it on the kitchen floor. They LOVED it!
Guest Post: Textured Paint Craft for Toddlers and Kids
January 16, 2014 by
When it comes to kids and cooking, there are at least two things I know for certain. First, they want to do it, too. Second, they’re always ready to taste whatever it is they’re mixing up. In that sense, cooking and crafting have a lot in common in the kid-participation department: No matter what type… [read more]
10 Activities for those rainy Spring days!
March 2, 2013 by
Spring is almost here! I love Spring because everything comes to life once again. Colors are new and the most vibrant they’ll be all year. However, after the weather the winter months bring, spring rains can be taxing on parents who are desperately trying to find ways to keep the kids entertained. Here are a… [read more]
Gelarti #SavvyGiftGuide Review and Giveaway
December 1, 2012 by
Do you have an artist in the family? Or someone who loves to create things? Well my 5 year old daughter LOVES to make, create and decorate. Anything to do with arts and crafts will keep her busy for hours. So when I came across Gelarti I had to find out more! Gelarti is… [read more]
Crafty, Creative Kids Need Klutz for Christmas – Klutz #SavvyGiftGuide Review and Giveaway
November 8, 2012 by
My kids are going through a craft craze! They would be in heaven if I did craft time with them every day. Sadly, I have not that much creativity. I’m good for a couple ideas a week, but that is about all I can muster. Thankfully, for crafty and creative kids everwhere, we’ve got Klutz. Started… [read more]
Magic Moves by Educational Insights gets kids moving and laughing! Review and #Giveaway
October 30, 2012 by
With chilly weather coming up I was so excited to review Educational Insights new Magic Moves wand! The perfect toy for cold or rainy days, the Magic moves wand not only gets your kids moving, but it also gets them laughing! Shake it up! Work it out! Magic Moves is all about…MOVIN’! Stomp like an… [read more]
Crafting With Kids! Popsicle Stick Puppets
October 15, 2012 by
The boys have really gotten into crafting lately. Just about everyday when asked what they want to do, one of them inevitably yells, “Let’s make crafts!” Since my boys are 5 and 2 I often have to wrack my brains for something that both of them can do without too much assistance. I always sit… [read more]
