Raking Leaves Becomes a Family Affair Full of Fun! Raking leaves does not have to be a dreaded activity! Kids love to help with family chores. Provide each child with a child size rake and let the fun begin! Who can make the biggest pile in five minutes? Who can find […]
Turkey Hand Print Each year when my kids were little we would make a hand print turkey. The boys would write their name under their creation and we would add the date. These fine feathered fowl would be transformed into a holiday greeting card and away it would travel over the miles to […]
Fall is the perfect time to explore the beautiful, bountiful treasures of nature. Give each child a bag to pick up their favorite Fall treasures, then head outdoors to explore. After your expedition, come inside and have a show and tell of what each person found. This is a great time to share feelings and thoughts about […]
As you consider activities with your children remember… Always keep your child’s age and stage of development in mind before doing an activity. Modify as needed, for your child’s skills and the different ages of your children. Custom design activities around your own family’s interests, values, skills and talents. Safety and supervision must always be […]
Jiffy Bean Bags Quick bean bags can be made by filling a plastic Ziploc bag with rice, beans, barley or popcorn. Or, just grab a bag of beans from the pantry and have a few minutes of fun. Put it back in the cabinet when you are finished and it will be waiting on you for […]
One of the best investments I ever made, was in the purchase of a hand operated can opener that left smooth edges on my tin cans after opening. Not only did it spare me occasional blood shed, it provided containers that could be used for a wide variety of purposes. Tin cans can be used to […]
I left home late last night. I was in a hurry for a meeting. Then, a rainbow tapped on the side mirror of my truck and followed me all the way to town playing hide and seek behind the curves of the road. The sun shone a spotlight on all the trees new Fall outfits and created a […]
Foil has many uses. But, one of the most intersting, easy and surprising uses is for sculpting! Sculptures, animals, people, jewelry, necklaces, earrings, boats… anything your imagination can think of, can be created with a piece of foil. Push it, squish it, fold it, bend it, twist it, mold and cover with it …and create […]
Paper Fans Chances are that most of you have made a paper fan at some point in your life. Paper fans are quick, easy and fun! Try these unique materials for your next fan. Computer Paper Stationary – Left over pieces from your last project Travel magazines – When you get home from a trip, before you […]
Miraculous, Magical Moments in Minutes has been invited to the 7th annual STORY! Festival in Story City, Iowa. Saturday September 22, 2012 from 9-3 in the Story City Library located on Main Street. There will be a showcase sampling of children’s activiteis from the book that are quick, easy and made from items found around […]
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