My kids love to move and create which is why the new book Action Art by MaryAnn Kohl and Barbara Zabrowski has been on my radar since I first heard it was coming out! I was lucky enough to be sent a copy to review and to say I'm in love is an understatement. We couldn't wait to try the Twisty CD action art activity in the book and it was so much fun! Affiliate links included in this post. Process art has so many benefits for kids and … [Read more...]
Parrot Handprint Art Keepsake
This parrot handprint art keepsake is a cute way to capture a child's size and excitement. The colorful parrot will be sure to make a parent or grandparent smile when the see this art years after making it. The bright colors and fun project make this craft a winner for kids and parents! Parrot Handprint Art For this craft, you'll need a few materials: Red, yellow, blue, green, and orange washable paint Black permanent marker Brown … [Read more...]
DIY Tin Can Stilts
Making and playing with DIY tin can stilts is so much fun--my kids have played with them for hours! There is nothing quite like the feeling of crafting your own toy. We were inspired by slow, old fashioned summers to create homemade tin can stilts--how cool would it be to take these to a town parade? DIY Tin Can Stilts Younger kids will need help from an older child or adult to make these tin can stilts. This … [Read more...]
Upcycled Fairy House Craft
Our fairy garden is one of the kids' favorite places to play in the backyard. It's actually a fairy and frog garden and a couple of weeks ago they decided the frogs and fairies need a fairy house. (affiliate links used for the Amazon products in this post) How to Make a Fairy House: quart size (32 oz) dairy carton acrylic spray paint--ours was similar to this one hot glue foam flower sticker (Craft Project Ideas sent us some for … [Read more...]
LEGO Paperweight Craft for Kids
Carolyn from The Pleasantest Thing is here today sharing a fun LEGO paperweight craft that kids can make--it would make a perfect homemade gift! Carolyn has tons of fun LEGO ideas on her site (I linked some at the bottom of the post!) so make sure to hop over and check them out. We had so much fun making LEGO salt dough paperweights with our preschoolers that we want to share one older kids can make, too! These paperweights make great homemade gifts, … [Read more...]
Marshmallow Shooters DIY Kids Craft
This marshmallow shooter DIY is a childhood must do! It's a simple kids activity that doubles as a science project and is so much fun you will end up playing with it even after the kids are asleep. True story. This version of the marshmallow shooter is made with a cake pop container so the next time you have one at a party make sure to save it--you can turn it into hours of fun for your kiddos! (affiliate links included below) This fun kids … [Read more...]
DIY Citrus Bath Paint Recipe
We love finding simple ways to make bath time even more fun. My kids love splashing in the water and playing with bath toys. Some nights we get a special treat like these DIY Citrus Bath Paints. So easy to make and so much fun for the kids. I just loved the smell of the bath paints. I wanted to get in the tub and play too. The kids had a great time and that made me smile. DIY Citrus Bath Paints (affiliate links included … [Read more...]
Tic Tac Toe Snack Plate
Tic tac toe is a classic game for a reason--it's easy to play and lots of fun! We play on paper in restaurants, outside with sidewalk chalk, and with our tic tac toe busy bag, we've even made glow in the dark tic tac toe. Now we've taken it to the next level and added food! I made a simple Tic Tac Toe Snack Plate for my kids so they can play tic tac toe while they snack. Thanks Horizon Organic for sponsoring snack time fun! Tic Tac Toe Snack … [Read more...]
