You know you go through all sorts of plastic containers. Put aside a couple of them and make some bird feeders with your children. They were a lot easier to make than I thought and it is a lot of fun to watch the birds outside your windows. It is a real conversation starter with my … [Read more...]
Fruit Smoothie – Yum, Yum!
The weather is getting warmer (and staying warmer, no snow again here!), the trees are getting greener and there are a ton of strawberries at the store! I love warm weather for many reasons, but one of my favorite reasons is because it means that we get to have our favorite treat everyday, if we … [Read more...]
Toilet Paper Run…or is it a Drop?
You may be looking at this picture thinking, "What is that? And why do those kids look so happy about it?" I have seen this invention at many places like a children's science museum or at a family member's house. Usually the others are made out of piping and plastic, but my friend created one of … [Read more...]
Amazing Invisible Ink
Supplies NeededPaperLemon juicePaintbrush, cotton swab, cue tip, or featherSaltCrayonDirectionsDip the paintbrush in lemon juice and write a message (or draw a picture) on the paper. While the writing is still wet, sprinkle salt over the letters. Let it dry completely.This is after the lemon … [Read more...]
Sock Puppets
FUN FACT: The first Kermit the Frog that Jim Henson created was made from a green ladies' coat that Henson's mother had thrown away and two ping pong balls for eyes.We had a lot of fun making these Sock Puppets together. In fact, I had a really hard time getting a good picture of them … [Read more...]
A lot of Snowmen and a Winner
We had many creative Snowman entries and many from warmer climates. Here are a few of them...The Citrus SnowmanClassic Snowman, pipe and all!The World's Smallest Snowman. Only 3 inches tall!Trashy Snowman (they named it, not me!)Az Snowman made from backyard toys!The Snack Snowman. Very … [Read more...]
Coconut Snowman
You do not have to have snow to make one. We did one with food we had on hand. It was quick and easy and the kids had fun! What You Need: coconut craisins/raisins licorice a little glue Get creative and have fun! … [Read more...]
