Check out how you can make a simple popsicle stick catapult with materials you already have at home. It's a fun STEM project that you can do with your kids indoors on a rainy day!

This is a perfect craft for big kids or older children - cardboard monster jaws. Made from cereal boxes, this is a fun, easy craft activity for summer.

Chances are, you have packing tubes and paper towel rolls in a recycling bin. We sure did. Until we decided to build a cardboard castle out of recyclables.

Want to learn how to make a catapult? It's easy and fun and the perfect STEM activity for kids of all ages! Toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten kids

Teach your kids how to make their very own marshmallow catapult using common household supplies. How to construct a marshmallow launcher.

My kids love to play this fun game! The game of SKUNK, that is!

Today I'm excited to have Corrina from From Mrs. Allen's Teaching Files here to share a really fun and exciting activity to use when talking about self control. Self control is such a hard

Learn how to practice rhythms with this budget-friendly and fun rhythm game in your elementary music classroom.

Time to ditch the morning work and start social time! My students are much happier now that they have an opportunity to socialize and do fun morning tub activities.

These 20 SUPER FUN home science experiements will teach your little ones all about science while keeping them busy and having a great time!

Make a homemade spectroscope with a few simple materials and explore the spectrum of different light sources. You’ll see all kinds of rainbows! This science activity for kids makes a great addition to a unit on light or weather and is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day too! Follow our Science for Kids Pinterest board! Light …

This Jonah and the whale craft teaches a lesson on obedience. I believe in teaching our kids about the importance of obedience. Here is why! Obedience is one of the 52 words in my character development series. Although I want my kids to fully understand God’s grace and mercy first and foremost, I want them...Read More

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This fire breathing dragon made from a toilet paper roll is an easy kids craft that uses simple craft supplies. When you blow into the end of the tube the tissue paper looks like flames coming out of the dragon's mouth! Fire Breathing Dragon Craft Add this activity to your crafty bucket list, because it's SO MUCH FUN! And it's ridiculously simple to make. Kids, toddlers and preschoolers will love to see the dragon blowing fire! The photos make me smile, just looking at them. Watch the Video Tutorial Here: (Or scroll down for the step-by-step photo tutorial and printable

Get 7 fun Cub Scout recruitment ideas. Whether you call it a round up or joining night, these activities will make it a success. #CubScouts #CubScoutRecruitment #BeAScout #ScoutMeIn #CubScoutIdeas

In patterning our life after the Savior's we should seek for opportunities to serve those around us. In Mosiah 2:17 it states, "...when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God." As Relief Society sisters, we have tremendous opportunity to watch out for those around us that need that loving hand of help. When we feel impressed to help someone we need to listen to those promptings and act upon them. We can provide service to others individually or we can do this as a family. Teaching our children the importance of unselfishness, love, and sacrifice. One thing that we did with our kids a few months back was thirty days of service. Each day we did an act of service for thirty days. It was fun to see them serve others and discuss the happy feelings we each individually felt from doing so. Here are some ideas:

I decided to declare this week messy week at our house and I am going to try some of the goopy, slimely crafts for the kiddos. The first thing we tried was making homemade Oobleck. If you are not familiar with this product it is really the craziest stuff. It looks like spilled paint...Read More »

I had sooooooo much fun doing this monster art project in my son Elliot's kindergarten class recently! I chose to do this project because Elliot LOVES monsters and he LOVES using his imagination to make characters come to life. We have enjoyed using popsicle stick puppets for many many years and he always enjoys both creating

CREATE GIANT KID SIZE SPIROGRAPH DRAWINGS

More of the best of the worst in vintage innappropriate children's books. Twisted book titles will surely find a warm spot in the hearts of parents and kids alike

When you teach children about ancient Rome or Greece, you can make the lessons more exciting and stimulating my showing the kids how to create a topical craft that is related to the curriculum. For example, make an ancient scroll using a few basic materials that can be purchased at any arts and crafts supply store.

Paper Bag Dramatics: A fun activity for Team Building and Developing Community. Here's an idea that can be used just about anywhere at any time. It encourages groups to solve problems, think creatively, and work as a team.

It's a rainy evening and the 1st graders in your children's choir are extra wiggly. You need a quick change-of-pace to keep their attention and get through rehearsal. Been there? I think we all have. There are lots of games you could play, but I like choosing games and activi

Looking for a great outdoor activity for kids this summer? Try this giant painting activity for all ages. Just a cardboard box, paint, and loads of fun.

60+ Outdoor Activities for Kids is your list of things to do with kids outside this spring! Fun, easy games & art ideas for kids of all ages!

Need quick easy activities for toddlers? These 25 easy low-prep activities for toddlers are sure to be a hit!

Pipe cleaners are a versatile craft material easily obtainable if not already in your craft supplies at home. Kids can make all sorts of pipe cleaner crafts, and they're also perfect for learning activities such as STEM projects or fine motor activities. Kids can even make little toys to play with using pipe cleaners! Below

From cozy casseroles to fresh salads and decadent desserts, you'll find hundreds of easy, family-friendly recipes straight from our Virginia farmhouse kitchen!From cozy casseroles to fresh salads and decadent desserts, you'll find hundreds of easy, family-friendly recipes straight from our Virginia farmhouse kitchen

The most fun water games ever! Water balloon games, water slide games, and slip n slide games! Tons of games for any age!

From fun outdoor games to summer crafts, these cheap and easy summer activities for kids will provide endless summer fun on a budget.

Welcome to the Oskar's Wooden Ark Colour Lab! Are you looking for fun and simple science activities to enjoy with your kids? We have two experiments for you that have all the WOW factor but are simple to set up.

From fun outdoor games to summer crafts, these cheap and easy summer activities for kids will provide endless summer fun on a budget.

Set up the most fun giant pretend activity ever. This giant nail salon activity is an easy way to entertain kids indoors. Paint and decorate nails!

This Grow a Rainbow Experiment is really easy and fun to do! You only need paper towel, water and washable markers. See how to "grow" your own rainbow!

Challenge kids to turn egg cartons, paper rolls, and other craft supplies into silly monsters! So many possibilities with this fun craft for kids.

Need some ideas to beat the boredom this summer? We've rounded up crafts, games and activities that are fun and cheap to do at home!

Do you have fun plans this summer to spend time out in nature? Every summer we take a few weekend trips up to a small little town in Wyoming where we are surrounded by forest and

Ideas for summer activities for kids that are cheap and easy. Keep the kids busy this summer with these frugal activity ideas that are also educational!

Looking for an easy ocean animal craft to do this summer? This paper jellyfish craft is a perfect craft activity to keep your kids busy on a lazy summer day. It is a great under the sea craft to make with preschoolers, kindergarteners, and school-age kids. It comes with a jellyfish printable template that you

Find out how to make this clever and easy DIY recycled bottle bubble blower to make amazing LARGE bubbles!

I've come up with a list of 101 thing to do outside this summer with your kids. Beat boredom and have some outdoor fun! Most ideas are free!

Create mesmerising bubbles with your hands using this simple 3-ingredient DIY bubble recipe. These bubbles can be held in your hands, stretched, squeezed and you can even poke your fingers inside them. So fun!

Learn how easy it is to make a DIY laser maze in your hallway for tons of indoor fun! It's cheap and easy to set up and will keep kids busy on rainy days.

Are you ready to take art outside and finally get a clean house back? This ice painting activity is perfect for the deck or driveway this summer! Frozen Painting Fun I don’t know about you, but I love a good art project that can be done outside! I would much rather have art activities going … Continue reading "Awesome Frozen Paint Art Activity"

Finding Bigfoot game took playing a Bigfoot game to a whole new level of fun for kids or adults!