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Firework Watching Binocular Craft with Recycled Toilet Paper Rolls

Firework Watching Binocular Craft with Recycled Toilet Paper Rolls

June 23, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This Firework Watching Binocular Craft with Recycled Toilet Paper Rolls are perfect for making certain the kids have a great view for the upcoming fireworks show!  It’s no secret that the fireworks on the 4th of July are the best part of the day! And sometimes, the kids just feel as

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Memorial Day/4th of July

4th of July Color by Number Printable

4th of July Color by Number Printable

May 29, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This free 4th of July color by number printable is a great way to celebrate the celebration of Independence Day. Celebrating red, white, and blue with the kids is so much fun! 

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Filed Under: Memorial Day/4th of July, Printables

Glitter Fireworks Painting: Simple Kids Craft

Glitter Fireworks Painting: Simple Kids Craft

May 12, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This glitter fireworks painting is a fun kids craft that inspires creativity and imagination. Make these fireworks with just a few household craft items.  Making a glitter fireworks painting is so simple, but offers so much room for creativity and imagination. Children will love to use glitter and glue to

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Memorial Day/4th of July

4th of July Playdough Mat Printable for Kids

4th of July Playdough Mat Printable for Kids

April 28, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This 4th of July Playdough Mat is a great way to celebrate Independence Day. Let the kids make their own American Flag with playdough. Having playdough mats on hand is a great way to work on fine motor skills with the kids. They’ll love being able to make their own

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Filed Under: Memorial Day/4th of July, Printables, Summer

Printable 4th of July Bunting Craft to Color In

Printable 4th of July Bunting Craft to Color In

June 27, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This bunting craft makes easy 4th of July decor for families. This printable 4th of July bunting to color in looks beautiful displayed for the holidays.   This printable 4th of July bunting is a great way to make some DIY Independence Day decor with kids! We really enjoyed making

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Filed Under: Holidays, Memorial Day/4th of July, Printables

Printable 4th of July Bucket List

Printable 4th of July Bucket List

June 26, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This 4th of July Bucket list is perfect for the upcoming holiday weekend. Print off one for everyone in your family to have family-fun adventures! If you’re looking for a simple 4th of July Bucket list printable, you’re going to love the simplicity of this one. When it comes to

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Filed Under: Holidays, Memorial Day/4th of July, Printables

American Flag Ribbon Wand Kids Can Make

American Flag Ribbon Wand Kids Can Make

May 22, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This patriotic ribbon wand craft creates a colorful wand that kids can make on their own. Perfect for DIY Memorial Day of 4th of July decor and fun!  Making patriotic crafts with kids is a wonderful way to make DIY decor for U.S. holidays such as Memorial Day and the

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Filed Under: Arts & Crafts, Elementary, Holidays, Memorial Day/4th of July, Summer

Red, White & Blue Colored Salt Army Sensory Bin

Red, White & Blue Colored Salt Army Sensory Bin

August 27, 2016 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This army sensory bin celebrates all of our brave men and women. Check out how we make our colored sensory salts for the base of this bin!   Three cheers for the red, white and blue! This army sensory bin celebrates the United States and all of the brave men

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Filed Under: Elementary, Holidays, Learn Through Play, Memorial Day/4th of July, Preschoolers, Sensory, Uncategorized Tagged With: fourth of july, Holidays, kids, kids activities, memorial day, play, Sensory, veteran's day

Red, White and Blue Sensory Play

Red, White and Blue Sensory Play

July 3, 2014 By Katie Chiavarone 1 Comment

One of our favorite ways to prepare for holidays is to engage in sensory play! We have been doing so many fun activities in preparation for the 4th of July and this red, white and blue sensory play was perfect (and tasty!). It consists of jello and whipped cream, and kids of many

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Filed Under: Babies, Edible Sensory Play, Holidays, Learn Through Play, Memorial Day/4th of July, Preschoolers, Sensory, Toddlers

4th of July Suncatchers

July 3, 2014 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

    These suncatchers are super easy to make and can be made into a variety of shapes for various holiday decorations!        Start by cutting out your shape, we made stars for the 4th of July.      Then you want to fold the shape in half

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