I love to do easy craft projects with items from around my home. Since I have a toddler, who likes to create things, I always have scissors and glue. I also try to keep construction paper in my house. I go through the paper pretty quickly. So, I like to buy a big pack of … [Read more...]
Star Wars Craft
In case you don't know it, May the Fourth is coming up. What is so special about May 4th? It is Star Wars Day. To find out more about the history behind this special day, visit the Star Wars Web site. I'm sure you have a Star Wars fan in your family. I have two fans. My … [Read more...]
Frozen Shaving Gel Easter Egg Fun
If you have a young child, I bet he/she loves soap. My daughter would think I was the world's best Mom if I gave her a soap pump and told her to spend the afternoon playing in the sink. I don't know why kids love soap so much. I think it might be because it is foamy and makes … [Read more...]
Free Family Fun With Google
Did you know you can use Google to take virtual trips? I decided to use Google as a way to show my daughter some of our family history and a few other fun destinations.... When my daughter told me she wanted to see where I grew up, I tried to figure out how to show her my old … [Read more...]
Marshmallow Modeling Playdough Recipe
Imagine an edible playdough that hardens after you've made your creation. This fun marshmallow modeling playdough recipe is so easy to put together. It is similar to modeling clay with one big difference: you can eat it! Your kids will spend hours playing with this fun stuff. … [Read more...]
Edible Cereal Jewelry
I love kid-friendly craft projects. This one is a real winner. You can take your favorite loop cereal, like Froot Loops, and create edible jewelry. Isn't that pretty cool? Why is this project so great? You can eat it. It uses your favorite cereal. It is super easy. You … [Read more...]
Heart Lacing Craft
Happy Valentine's Day. In honor of this special day, here is a simple heart lacing craft. This is a great way to keep your kids entertained with a Valentine's Day themed project. Not only is this a fun craft, it also allows your child to work on his/her hand-eye … [Read more...]
How To Make Magical Moon Sand For Kids
Magical Moon Sand is a cool playtime substance that is a cross between sand and play dough. Make this scented sparkly version with common household items! I'm always looking for new ways to entertain my daughter. Now that it is summer, she really wants to play with sand. Since … [Read more...]