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12 Snowman Crafts for Kids

12 Snowman Crafts for Kids

November 19, 2024 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

Winter and snow go hand in hand, and there is almost nothing that kids love more than building a snowman. Here are some fun snowman crafts for kids to keep them having fun, with or without, the real deal.     12 Snowman Crafts for Kids Winter is all about snow,

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10 January Books for Toddlers + Activity Ideas

10 January Books for Toddlers + Activity Ideas

January 1, 2024 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These 10 January books for toddlers are classics that include Winter themes of snow and Winter animals. Plus, supplemental activities! We love a good trip to the library or am Amazon book haul. Finding new books to read is not only great for kids, but also provides inspiration for many

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Filed Under: Book Lists, Winter

Pin the Carrot on the Snowman Printable Game

Pin the Carrot on the Snowman Printable Game

December 27, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This Pin the Carrot on the Snowman game is the perfect Christmas party game for kids. It’s a simple classic that children love every time! Printable party games are a great way to host a fun and easy holiday party with kids! Great for the classroom or at home, this

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Winter Color by Number Printables

Winter Color by Number Printables

November 9, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This free winter color by number printable is a great way to have a super fun indoor activity for the kids! It also helps them with their number skills, too. Don’t let the cold weather give the kids the blues this winter! These fun Winter Color By Number Printables are

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Paper Snowflake Craft for Kids

Paper Snowflake Craft for Kids

January 28, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This paper snowflake craft tutorial walks you through how to make these fun Winter crafts that kids enjoy, plus, it includes a printable template.   Knowing how to make a paper snowflake craft can be a fun way to pass the time during those long Winter days spent indoors. If

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Snowman Winter Sensory Bag for Babies and Toddlers

Snowman Winter Sensory Bag for Babies and Toddlers

January 7, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This snowman winter sensory bag uses fake snow and shaving cream to make a squishy mess-free sensory toy that babies and toddlers will love. Finding sensory play that is appropriate for babies and toddlers can be difficult as this age group still likes to put everything in their mouth. Baby

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Edible Fake Snow Winter Sensory Bin

Edible Fake Snow Winter Sensory Bin

January 6, 2020 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This combination of flour and oil makes edible fake snow that kids will love to play in and mold. What a great base for a Winter sensory bin for little ones. This combination of flour and oil has many uses as a sensory base. It is a really wonderful option

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2 Fun Bird Feeder Crafts for Kids to Make in the Winter

2 Fun Bird Feeder Crafts for Kids to Make in the Winter

November 26, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These bird feeder crafts kids can make in the Winter use materials easily found on a nature walk or in the grocery store to make a Winter treat for birds. Winter is here. Snow is blanketing the ground and covering the bare trees with a brilliant coat of white. The

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Roll a Snowman printable game

Roll a Snowman printable game

November 21, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This roll a snowman printable game for kids prompts children to use dice to roll and choose their snowman parts. Use as a drawing game too! This Roll a Snowman printable game is a fun one for kids as they celebrate Winter. It is a dice game and a game of

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Printable Gingerbread Playdough Mat for Christmas Sensory Play

Printable Gingerbread Playdough Mat for Christmas Sensory Play

November 18, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

This gingerbread playdough mat is so much fun for the holidays. You’ll love this creative and festive learning opportunity for your toddler. This gingerbread playdough mat will bring out the creative side for your child. If you’re looking for the perfect holiday activity, this is the one for your household. 

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Filed Under: Printables, Sensory, Winter Tagged With: playdough mat, sensory play

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