An inexpensive, fun collage to make with the kids using dried foods for color and texture. This is a page about dried beans and grains owl mosaic.
If you are looking to reduce screen time, these three easy crafts for boys are great for keeping your boys occupied.
This is a page about pipe cleaner craft ideas. Pipe cleaners are a favorite with young children for crafting. They can also be used in many other craft projects.
Where is the best place to find some simple homemade crafts?
I'm in need of some easy summertime crafts to keep the kids occupied for the last part of the summer. I have two boys (8 and 11) that are always "bored" unless they are playing video games or watching TV. As we limit the television time, I hear about the boredom often.
Try this simple project you can make with things you have around the house.
The best craft material is gathered on a hike in the woods or a trip to the beach by the children themselves.
I would appreciate any ideas for simple crafts for 5-11 year old boys and girls. I tutor them during the summer, and thought I would read to them and also, do some craft projects with them.
This fun cardboard shield is created to look like a soldier's shield from ancient Rome. It stays on the simple side, to really look authentic.
This photo came out a little fuzzy, but I think you get the idea. This project is much easier and less time consuming than it initially appears. It's a great way to use up scraps of construction paper, keep little fingers busy, and turn ordinary pens into something special.
I am looking for some easy crafts for my 9 year old grandaughter. Her school is having a craft / bazar day next Saturday (Nov. 11th) which the kids can make things to sell at. I want to help her do this but am having a senior moment with this.
I am doing a lesson plan this week to encourage the children to eat blueberries, which they don't like right now. Blueberries are so good for the brain.