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June 15, 2017

Summer Camp at Home Activities

Planning summer camp at home activities doesn't have to be hard. Really. There are so many great programs out there that you can use to plan fun ideas for your kids to do this summer. We have compiled a list of our favorites to make it easy for you to have fun and learn with your kids while creating memories together! Affiliate links are included below. Camp Mathematics Camp Mathematics is a free summer math series we created in … [Read more...]

June 4, 2017

25 Fun Fourth of July Activities

Fun Fourth of July ideas for kids!

These patriotic Fourth of July activities take red, white, and blue fun to the next level! With everything from hand print crafts to noise makers to fun desserts this is a list you'll want to save and come back to all year long. Can't choose a favorite? Start now and work your way through the list to build excitement for the 4th! 25 Fourth of July Activities These Fourth of July activities are great to do with families or groups because … [Read more...]

May 4, 2017

DIY Coffee Mug Bird Feeder

DIY bird feeder to make with the kids

With the nice weather birds are everywhere!  We even have a few that are trying to make a nest on our front porch. My husband keeps putting up obstacles to keep them from making one but they just won't go away. Don't get me wrong.  We love birds, just not the mess they leave behind.  We want to enjoy them in the yard not on my front porch! Don't you agree? That's why we love this DIY Coffee Mug Bird Feeder!  You can feed the birds where you want … [Read more...]

April 20, 2017

Frozen Yogurt Popsicles for Babies

Yogurt popsicles for babies!

There's nothing sweeter than babies and toddlers trying new foods. Mine have always been so curious and excited to see what the next thing in the bowl will be. Even with four kids the cuteness has not worn off and we take so many photos of our little one eating in his high chair. Because who can resist the faces they make while eating? It's just as adorable when they don't like the food as when they do! Recently, our pediatrician said our baby … [Read more...]

April 5, 2017

20 Edible Activities for Kids To Do

What makes kids crafts more fun? Edible activities for kids to make and taste! You can make edible crafts to beat boredom, work on fine motor skills, celebrate a special day or to just make some memories bonding in the kitchen with your kids! Taking into account that everyone has different ideas on what's fun and easy when it comes to crafting (especially with food!) we've included a variety of different ones below. Painted toast and peanut … [Read more...]

March 31, 2017

Easter Bunny Handprint Craft

Bunny Hanprint Craft for Easter

SPRING is here!  I know this because when I step outside all I see is yellow.  Pollen is everywhere and there is no escaping it.  I look forward to being able to breathe again when the pollen clears up. Luckily spring does not only bring pollen with it but Easter too...and it is coming up fast!  I love gathering some craft supplies and creating holiday crafts with my kids.  So with Easter approaching it was time to make some cute Easter Bunny … [Read more...]

March 27, 2017

Ocean Animals Tracing Coloring Pages

Ocean Animals Tracing Coloring Pages

If your kids are eagerly anticipating summer or a trip to the seaside these ocean animals tracing coloring pages are just the thing! Just print them out and throw in your bag to do in the car, at home, or even on the go. They're a great way to sneak in some fine motor practice while keeping kids from getting bored. (Affiliate links included below.) Printable Ocean Animals Tracing Coloring Pages These go beyond your regular coloring pages … [Read more...]

February 27, 2017

Colorful Wind Chime Craft

wind chime craft for kids

We have had crazy weather all winter.  Over the last few days it has gotten so hot we had on shorts while we were out in the yard playing.  Then in a few days we will back to wearing sweaters. The kids and I took advantage of the nice weather to makes a colorful wind chime craft. We crafted outside, enjoyed the great weather, and created pretty wind chimes to hang up in the yard.  Win, win, win! This colorful wind chime craft is so much fun … [Read more...]

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