We are all in the midst of extremely difficult times right now. Here’s a way to spread some love and display messages of hope while crafting with our kids. Decide what positive feelings you would like to share, and with just a few supplies, you and your children can create these playful tree hanging decorations. […]
Sponge Jellyfish Kids Craft
With summer just around the corner, have some beach-themed fun with this amusing jellyfish craft. It’s so easy to make and you probably have the supplies in your house right now! Supplies Needed: – Sponge – Yarn – Googly Eyes – Wire (5″ – 6″ long) – Glue Instructions: 1. Cut sponge into fun jellyfish […]
Bumble Bee Kids Craft
Have fun creating these momma & baby bumblebees with your children. Supplies Needed: – Black & Yellow Foam Sheets with Adhesive Backing – Googly Eyes – Black Pipe Cleaners – White Card Stock – Glue – Hole Punch Instructions: 1. Cut black foam into long rectangles, yellow foam into thin strips and cut black pipe […]
Paper Birdie – Kids Craft to Celebrate Spring
Looking for more quarantine activities for your children? Create this cute paper birdie with just a few supplies. The more colorful, the better! Supplies Needed: – Colorful Card Stock – Googly Eyes – Brads – Glue – Scissors – Small Hole Punch Instructions: 1. Cut card stock into 8 long strips. 2. […]
Let’s Make Quarantine Time Creative Time!
Make a charming flowering fence to celebrate Mother’s Day. This adorable fence shows that springtime is on the way and is the perfect handmade gift for mothers to enjoy. Add magnets to the back to display on your refrigerator. Supplies Needed: – 11 Wooden Craft Sticks & Glue – Green Pipe Cleaners – Green Wire […]
Playful Snail Kids Craft – Springtime Fun
Have fun creating these super easy and super adorable snails with your little ones. Springtime is here and it’s time to get crafting with our kids! Supplies Needed: – Colorful Card Stock – Pencil – Fun Decorative Foam Stickers – Googly Eyes – Glue Instructions: 1. Cut card stock into long strips. 2. Tightly wrap […]
Mother’s Day Kids Craft – Thank You Sign
Have fun creating this thoughtful Mother’s Day craft. What a great way to show the mother, grandmother or special person in your children’s world exactly how much they are loved! Keep this on your refrigerator and change out the “feelings” cards daily to let them know they are appreciated. Supplies Needed: – 2 Large Foam […]
Crafts for Kids: How to Lose Your Fear
Many adults cringe at the thought of craft projects for kids. Their concerns may include a lack of confidence in their creative abilities and skills, worries about what to choose for a craft project or belief that crafts are complicated and expensive. All of this is far from true. Want to know how to do […]
Keep the Fun in Arts and Crafts for Kids
Kids love arts and crafts projects until they are no longer fun. What could possibly turn a joyful, creative session sour? Unfortunately, it is adults. Unlike adults, children are less likely to conform to rules, feel the need to organize the process, work in linear courses or “do things” like an adult may choose to […]
Preschool Arts and Crafts – A Great Tool For Teaching
At first glance, preschool arts and crafts might look like lots of mess mixed in with a bit of chaos. However, if you introduce a little focus and preparation to your preschool craft ideas it is possible to turn craft-time into a great learning experience. Everyone learns differently and even young children will show a […]