A project for even the really young!  Edible “Glitterâ€: Mix a few drops of food coloring into sugar.  Edible “Glue† 3/4 cup water 2 T corn syrup 1 tsp vinegar 3/4 cup cold water 1/2 cup corn starch  In a small saucepan, add the water and corn syrup and vinegar, stir […]
What do to with paint swatches? Today we used them to make a jack-o-lantern mosaic. First, I drew an outline of a jack-o-lantern on a big piece of paper. I set out paint swatches in shades of orange, green and black. I cut and glued on a few, so the children would get the idea […]
Through physical play outdoors, your child develops confidence in herself as she sees her physical skills grow. This self-confidence can translate into social confidence: Children who feel good about their physical abilities tend to view themselves more positively in general. Â Your baby probably invites you to play by making sounds, looking intently at you […]
Here are some simple paper lanterns we made in Halloween/fall colors just because. Â Stapler Glue Hole puncher Scissors Ruler Craft knife String Construction Paper (black, yellow, orange). Â We made two kinds of lanterns. The first kind were just simple tubes – either cylindrical or square in cross-section, and layered with a contrasting color […]
Through physical play outdoors, your child develops confidence in herself as she sees her skills grow: “Watch me climb the monkey bars, look how high I can swing. Watch me, watch me!” A child who is initially reluctant to go down the tall slide feels a great deal of personal pride when he finally musters […]
Ok… so this one got a bit wet on the way home, but I had to share since it was so brilliant (I’m hoping you’ll agree!). My youngest made this in Pre-K today and it sounded super easy to do (if a bit messy, so have wipes handy). Just draw happy, squiggly green lines on […]
Balloon Tennis (paper plate; wooden paint stir stick; craft glue; balloon) Glue the wooden stir stick to the paper plate. This is your tennis racquet. Blow up the balloon, tie the end, and let the games begin! Â Touch and Feel Book (construction paper; glue; materials of different textures, e.g., small piece of sandpaper, cotton […]
  I love wreaths, they are the perfect way to decorate and although I made a Halloween Wreath last week I wanted to share how my son got in on the fun too. We actually made this one weeks ago. This Halloween craft was fun for both of us I love the organic look […]
