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Toy Story Craft: Paper Bag Puppets

Toy Story Craft: Paper Bag Puppets

June 12, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This toy story craft is perfect and just in time before Toy Story 4 hits theaters! Plus, there’s no denying the adorableness of this super simple paper bag puppet! It would be the perfect toddler craft to help little ones make and play with, and older kids will love the

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Preschool Arts& Crafts, Toddler Arts & Crafts

Pudding Playdough: Edible Sensory Play for Kids

Pudding Playdough: Edible Sensory Play for Kids

May 31, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

If you’ve been looking for a pudding playdough recipe that is safe for your kiddos to eat, this recipe is perfect! Plus it’s a great way to work on sensory play as well!  Growing up, we were always told to not play with our food…but this pudding playdough recipe is

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Edible Sensory Play, Preschool Arts& Crafts, Sensory, Toddler Arts & Crafts

Stamped Hydrangea Bubble Wrap Craft for Toddlers

Stamped Hydrangea Bubble Wrap Craft for Toddlers

May 30, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This bubble wrap craft is simple and so much fun! Let your little ones create beautiful flowers with ease and possibly without any of your help!   If you’re looking for a toddler craft that is certain to please, this is one that needs to be on your radar. Who

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Summer, Toddler Arts & Crafts

Sunflower Toddler Craft with Puffy Paint

Sunflower Toddler Craft with Puffy Paint

March 27, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This sunflower toddler craft with puffy paint is perfect for the Spring weather! Fun to use and see all the various textures as well!  This puffy paint craft if perfect for Spring activities. Your toddler will love feeling independent and being able to create this beautiful sunflower is just icing

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Indoor Camping Activities for Kids: Science, Sensory and Art

Indoor Camping Activities for Kids: Science, Sensory and Art

June 18, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone 1 Comment

These indoor camping activities for kids are excellent for pretend play or for prepping kids for outdoor camping through play.  We have so much fun setting up indoor camping activities and using the theme for pretend play, crafting and games. Here is a list of some of our favorite activities that

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Edible Sensory Play, Learn Through Play, Preschool Arts& Crafts, Preschool Science, Preschoolers, science, Sensory, Toddler Arts & Crafts, Toddlers Tagged With: art, camping, Letter C, Preschool Homeschool, pretend play, science, Sensory

Colorful Butterfly and Watercolor Black Glue Craft for Kids

Colorful Butterfly and Watercolor Black Glue Craft for Kids

May 2, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This colorful butterfly black glue craft uses black glue to trace a printable template, and watercolors to fill it in. Easy for toddlers or ‘big’ kids!    Crafting with kids is such a fun way to bond and connect while having fun and creating something beautiful! As always, crafting is

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Preschool Arts& Crafts, Spring, Toddler Arts & Crafts

Crafts for 1 Year Olds – Ideas and Projects for Toddlers

Crafts for 1 Year Olds – Ideas and Projects for Toddlers

March 30, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This collection of crafts for 1 year olds include sock animals, painting with recycled materials, DIY toys and more! Perfect for home or in the classroom.   Crafting with 1 year olds can be tricky! There are a couple of main points to remember, primarily, that is IS NOT the

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DIY Watercolors Made from Skittles Candy

DIY Watercolors Made from Skittles Candy

March 6, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These DIY watercolors are made from Skittles candy! Such a great way to use up any leftover candy you have in your house. Science plus art for kids!   Did you know there are so many fun ways to make your own watercolor paints at home? You can  make them

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Marbled Shamrock Art: St. Patrick’s Day Process Art for Kids

Marbled Shamrock Art: St. Patrick’s Day Process Art for Kids

February 25, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This marbled Shamrock art is such a fun process art project for kids! Using shaving cream, paint and paper doilies, these are simple for all ages.   This marbled shamrock art is such a fun art project for kids! They can be used for a number of different things such as gifting or decor, or

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Holidays, Preschool Arts& Crafts, St. Patrick's Day, Toddler Arts & Crafts

Marbled Hearts: Process Art for Kids

Marbled Hearts: Process Art for Kids

January 8, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone 1 Comment

These marbled hearts are such a fun process art project for kids! Using shaving cream, paint and paper doilies, these are simple for all ages.   These marbled Valentine hearts are such a fun art project for kids! They can be used for a number of different things such as

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Holidays, Preschool Arts& Crafts, Toddler Arts & Crafts, Valentine's Day

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