Paper airplanes – How to make them with your children
April 22, 2009 by admin
Filed under Kids Crafts
Paper airplanes are simple and easy to make and yet people write so many articles and discussions on the topic. Maybe the reason is that there are hundreds of different paper airplane models and hundreds of ways to make a paper airplane.
Instead of sharing common sense tips, that are supposed to be applied to any [...]
Nature Trail – Learning Activity for Children
April 21, 2009 by admin
Filed under Outside Activities
There are many wonderful outdoor activities you can share with your children and a nature trail is a perfect example.
When the weather allows, children should get as much fresh air as possible, and running around outdoors is a perfect way for your kids to learn more about the world around them. It will also help [...]
Left over Easter Egg wrappers – a creative kids craft idea
April 20, 2009 by admin
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Easter is over for another year, but the rubbish isn’t! I had a thought about just how many easter wrappers most of us will throw in the bin at this time of the year and what a waste it is. They are so bright and colorful and easy to cut. What better medium for our [...]
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April 18, 2009 by admin
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All kids love building, and making things. Lego and other blocks can be expensive, so what better than a free alternative that allows children a lot more freedom of creativity.
What you need:
Empty Laundry detergent Container (square or rectangle)
Masking Tape
Adhesive Book Covering (colored or patterned)
Note: if you don’t have any adhesive book covering, let your little [...]
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