Looking for a fun, easy craft to do with your kiddos this season? Here is a super simple activity that parents can do with materials that are most likely already around the house. Salt crystal ornaments are pretty to decorate with, and you can also discuss the science behind the growth of the crystals. The … Continue reading Family Fun Science Activity for the Holidays
Don’t you just love holiday crafts? I wanted to share a fun holiday craft I’ve been doing with my class every Christmas. Paper Plate Snowman By Brenda Strickland Materials 1 large paper plate 1 chenille stick (pipe cleaner) 2 large pompoms Orange construction paper scraps (for nose) Red paper or fabric scraps (for scarf) Large … Continue reading Holiday Craft: Paper Plate Snowman
Kids will need a teacher or parent to assist them in creating this charming St. Patrick’s Day craft. Materials Potato Shamrock cookie cutter Knife Pencil or Pen Green Paint Styrofoam or thick paper plate White construction paper Let’s Do it! Teachers or parents help the kids cut the potato in half. Use a shamrock shaped … Continue reading Shamrock Potato Print Stamps
Love is in the air! The inspiration for this Assorted Sweeties Valentine’s Day bulletin board came from page 39 in TCR’s book-Seasonal Activities: Winter. To create this Valentine’s Day project, you should start by having the students create their own “sweeties” to fill a big heart shaped box on a bulletin board. Students will gain fine-motor … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Classroom Project: Assorted Sweeties