Inside: DIY stars that glow in the dark are fun and easy to make. All you need is playdough, toothpicks, and glow-in-the-dark paints. Space, rockets, sparkling stars, and galaxies are among my kids’ favorite things. They love books about space, Netflix space documentaries, and space-themed crafts and activities. Life among the Stars…
Category: Art and Crafts
Glittery Snowflakes: a simple art idea for winter
Inside: Transform your home into a winter wonderland with these glittery snowflakes. No real snow required. According to some estimates, half of the people in the world have never seen a snowflake. But here in Chicago, snowflakes are an essential part of winter and an endless source of inspiration. I think snowflakes are pretty…
Forget the Hearts: Math Valentines
Inside: Your kids can impress their friends and show love/friendship/appreciation without traditional hearts. Our valentines demonstrate that math is not just mindless worksheets. Math is in everything we do. Do your kids want to make really fabulous valentines this year that will stand out? Or maybe hearts are just aren’t their thing? Or maybe they’ve…
Super Easy No-bake Gingerbread Man Ornaments
Inside: no-bake gingerbread man ornaments made with applesauce, cinnamon, and glue. Give it a try! Not only will they look gorgeous on your Christmas tree, but they’re also great for gifting. Making gingerbread man ornaments is a perfect activity for this time of year. But if you always reach for your tried-and-tested salt dough recipe,…
Kid-Made Christmas ornaments: glow in the dark balls
Inside: Are you looking for homemade Christmas ornaments ideas? Your kids will love to make our amazing glow in the dark ornaments using paper-mache technique and glow-in-the-dark paints. You don’t need to be super crafty to make cute homemade Christmas ornaments with your kids. All you need is time on your calendar and a willingness…
Handmade Christmas Card: Glow in the dark tree
Inside: A kid-made Christmas card that glows in the dark and lights up the night during the holiday season. It will get you in the holiday spirit in no time. If you are like most families, you probably order your family Christmas cards on Shutterfly or a similar photo company. We do, too. But…
Kid-made Christmas gifts: hot cocoa tubes
Inside: Kid-made Christmas gift idea that is a pleasure to make and fun to gift. Make holidays more meaningful with homemade gifts, like this hot cocoa kit in a single serve test tube. Do you keep a few simple gifts like boxes of chocolates, mints, and hand lotions by the front door to hand…
“Thank you for …” — A Unique Thanksgiving Tradition
Inside: Scientists have identified that the first step in feeling grateful is noticing. Here is a unique Thanksgiving tradition you can start with your family this year to help your kids notice little things that go right in their relationships. If you are like most parents, one of the things you want to teach your kids…
Sensory Painting: Kitchen Art
Do you want to clean up your pantry and refrigerator while stimulating kids’ senses and inspiring creativity? Then today’s activity is for you! From turmeric to cocoa, from jam to ketchup, your new art supplies will help you create interesting textures and allow for a lot of experimentation. As a great bonus, you’ll finally go…
