So, every year, for years and years, when the kids brought their backpacks home on the last day of school, I would dump their crayon stubs into a rubbermaid shoe box. Then, when we went on road trips or whatever, I’d throw it in, the kids could painstakingly unwrap the nubs and continue to color Read More >>
Homemade Butter in a Jar – Easy Kids Projects
Need a fun activity for kids on a rainy day? Try making butter in a jar. They will have a blast shaking the jar, learn a little bit about their food, and hey, you might even get to sit back, relax and slather their creation on a piece of toast. You’ll Need: 1 Pint mason Read More >>
What Should Schools Do About Unpaid Lunch Accounts?
{photo credit} I’m sure by now you’ve all heard the story about the Salt Lake school that turned kids away at the lunch line for having past due lunch accounts. Or in some cases, threw their lunches out after already dishing them out and then realizing they had lack of funds. The school maintains that Read More >>
Easy Kids Christmas Candy Craft Ideas – Rudolf the Reindeer Candy Bar
These decorated candy bars are like a craft, treat and wrapped present all in one. And since I’m all about getting the most out DIY, they seemed like a great idea. You’ll need: Brown, tan, red, black and white construction paper Candy bars {the flatter and wider the better} Brown pipe cleaners {2 pcs. for Read More >>
Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids – Hershey’s Kiss Candy Mice Ornament
First off, what kid doesn’t love a project that involves chocolate? Second, these Hershey’s Kiss candy mice ornaments are so cute and would make great gifts for their friends. You’ll need: 2 Hershey kisses for each ornament you plan to make {and maybe a couple extra for snacking} Pink felt Clear drying glue Fishing line Read More >>