We are back with another week of great ideas for teaching your kids the alphabet. This week, we are looking at the letter O. I thought it might be hard to find some letter O activities but to my surprise, there are a ton of great ones included in this list. Here are some funRead More
10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter M
I had a lot of fun putting together this list of fun ways to teach the letter M. There are just so many creative ways to incorporate the letter M into your lesson plans that it was very difficult to find just a few to list here. Here are some fun crafts, recipes and activitiesRead More
DIY Canning Jar Lid Wreath Ornament
It seems as though we are always looking for ways to dress our holiday trees for less. This canning jar lid wreath ornament is a perfect way to do just that. Using just a canning jar lid and a few crafting supplies you may already have on hand, you can make a canning jar lidRead More
Snowman Snow Measuring Stick Craft
Make this Snowman Snow Measuring Stick so you can easily see how much snow you get this year. Snow is already starting to swirl to the ground in some areas, leaving you to wonder exactly how much fell. Well don’t wonder any longer, instead, give this snowman snow measuring stick craft a try instead. WhenRead More
The Five Benefits of Crafting with Your Kids
You might think of crafting with your kids as simple play time, but the truth is it can be so much more. The next time you create something fun with your child, keep in mind these five benefits of crafting with your kids. In just a few minutes a day, you can not only createRead More
DIY Farm Travel Box Tutorial
Travel games and activities are a great way to maintain your sanity while waiting at a restaurant, traveling in the car, or sitting at the Dr.’s Office. They also make a thoughtful and personalized gift for birthdays and Christmas. If you have a little animal lover on your hands, this box will bring them hoursRead More
No Sew Pirate Play Mat
We have tons of play figures: Playmobile, Imaginext, and a host of other “guys” that my son plays with on a daily basis. He has amassed quite a few of the buildings and vehicles that go with them as well from Christmas, birthdays, and garage sales. Yet even with all these toys, boredom sets in. TheRead More
5 Ways to Encourage Art Appreciation in Children
Teaching your children about art is wonderful way to stretch their imaginations and encourage their own creativity. You may be wondering as a parent what the best way is to encourage such an appreciation for art. It is easier than you may think, and even a parent who isn’t necessarily artistic or very knowledgeable aboutRead More
DIY Little Red Riding Hood Peg Dolls
This Little Red Riding Hood set of peg dolls was so fun to make, and while I am pretty crafty, I am by no means an artist. Keeping their features and clothes simple makes this a doable project for any skill level. I love toys for children that are at least somewhat open ended.Read More
DIY Brown Bag Thankful Tree
Sometimes, we lose sight of what we are grateful for and need ways of reminding ourselves. This DIY Brown Bag Thankful Tree is the perfect craft for helping you reflect on what exactly you are thankful for this holiday season. This fun and frugal craft allows you to show what you are thankful for inRead More
DIY Construction Site Travel Box
I don’t know about you, but if my kids don’t have their dinner set in front of them within 90 seconds of sitting down at a restaurant, they are bored out of their mind, and they become whiny and undesirable dinner companions. To combat this, I try to pack several items to keep them entertained,Read More
Upcycled Wind Chimes
A pretty and musical touch for your garden, a fun project for the kids, and a great way to use up items that would otherwise be tossed aside, these upcycled wind chimes are a perfect summer craft. Flatware can be picked up at yard sales and thrift stores if you don’t already have some on hand,Read More
DIY Fairy Garden Travel Box
This Fairy Garden Travel Box is perfect to keep your little enchanted fairy lover busy on long car rides, at the doctors office, or while waiting for your dinner at a restaurant. You can create it with her or make it as surprise homemade Christmas or Birthday gift. Personalize it with her name and favoriteRead More
ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas 2014 Schedule and Start Times
Thanks to Sarah of Raining Hot Coupons for sharing this List of ABC Family’s 25 Days of Christmas Schedule. She includes the start times and links so you can find more information on the shows. It won’t be long before we will be able to watch all of our favorite Christmas and Holiday movies! Below is aRead More
7 Educational Pumpkin Patch Activities
Heading to the pumpkin patch with your family is a great way to snag pumpkins, mums, and cider. But did you know it is also a great time to have some educational fun? Take a look below at 7 educational pumpkin patch activities that you can enjoy with your family. They are a great wayRead More
10 Christian Alternatives to Halloween
Jody is sharing some Christian alternatives to Halloween for those who do not want to celebrate Halloween with their children. There is a big debate, even among Christians, on how to handle Halloween. Some feel that participating in it-going all out with decorations and costumes is perfectly acceptable. Then you have the other endRead More
Activities to Teach Your Child About Veteran’s Day
November 11th, known to Americans everywhere as Veteran’s Day, originally was a day to commemorate the ending of World War I. Known originally as Armistice Day, Veteran’s Day eventually evolved to a general holiday thanking all Veteran’s for their service to our Country as a whole. Teaching your kids about this important holiday can beRead More
Homemade Edible Finger Paints
I have a little one that is enamored of anything sensory-she loves to feel, taste, smell everything! So the best activities to keep her busy have always been things that allow her to do just that-sometimes all at once! Edible “Finger paint” is just of these. Every since she was a baby I have soughtRead More
5 Halloween Party Games for Kids
Kids love Halloween parties, and what is a party without some fun games? Take a look at 5 Halloween party games for kids we rounded up. These games are fun to play, and frugal for you as well. 5 Halloween Party Games for Kids 1. Monster Mystery Boxes Take 5 shoeboxes with lids. Cut aRead More
5 Fun and Frugal Alternatives to Trick-or-Treating
If you are looking for an alternative to traditional trick or treating, take a look below at some ideas you might want to consider. You can still enjoy Halloween without going door to door for candy. So this Halloween, if you want to try something new why not give one of these ideas a try?Read More
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