Today I'm sharing how to make an adorable tin can windsock! It would be a cute decoration for the 4th of July! First, rinse out a tin can. Then spray paint it blue. At first, I added start stickers before painting it but found it didn't work out as well. So I recommend waiting to add stickers until the paint has dried. After the paint has dried, add some star stickers! Next, cut 15-20 pieces of ribbon. Attach them to the can using a hot glue gun. (Don't have your child do this unless … [Read more...]
American Flag Parade Bag
This week we'll celebrate the 4th of July! We have a tradition of going to our city's parade and it's so fun! Of course, they pass out little goodies and prizes during the parade. We usually just bring a plastic bag to the parades to carry everything, but since we're trying to eliminate plastic in our lives I thought of a new idea for carrying our goodies. We made a simple American flag parade bag and I love it! Materials for the American Flag Parade Bag: 2 pieces of paper (card stock … [Read more...]
July Activity Calendar
We're nearing the end of June, which means it's time for me to share my July Activity Calendar! I hope you enjoyed the fun activities for June. I enjoyed putting together these exciting and hands-on activities for the month of July! Here’s how this calendar works… Download the printable at the bottom of this post. Click on the colored words on the calendar to take you to the post for directions. You can also print this calendar to see it at a glance. (Make sure Adobe Reader is up … [Read more...]
15 Activities About Bees
Bees are so important for our environment! I know that bees can feel like a nuisance, especially during the summer, but these little insects are so powerful and do so much for our world! Did you know that pollinators are responsible for one of every three bites of food we take? Honeybees are pollinators and according to the U.S. Agriculture Department the bee population has been in serious decline for the last three decades. While this information is alarming, we can also use this to help … [Read more...]
What to Write to Your Sponsored Child
Have you ever wondered what to write to your sponsored child? Sure, you've signed up to financially support a child, but taking the next step to connect with your child is letter writing. These simple letters make a huge impact! It gives a child hope, encouragement, excitement, and shows that someone cares for them. Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to visit the Dominican Republic with One Child Matters. This is an amazing child sponsorship program. They are in 14 countries and they … [Read more...]
Adventure Academy Review
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. See my disclosure for details. I was given a free subscription to accurately review the program. As always, my thoughts and opinions are mine and I do my best to give an honest review. We've been using a new online program called Adventure Academy for a while now, and I wanted to make sure you all know about it! The creators of ABCmouse designed a new program called Adventure Academy! Just like ABCmouse, this program is great for learning and is … [Read more...]
Summer Schedule Cards for Kids
Our last day of school is today! Woohoo! We are so excited for our summer schedule, but I also know that means a big switch in our normal routine. Just like many kids, we thrive on routines. I find it to be important for us to create a good routine to follow in the summer to help our days flow well. Yes, we have a lot more free time, but I still like to have a plan for the day. When you’ve got all the kids home for the summer and it’s so hot out, it’s so temping to resort to more screen … [Read more...]
Last Day of School Signs
The last day of school is upon us and we can't WAIT for summer! On the last day of school, I always take a picture of my kids. They may not love it, but I treasure these photos! It's so fun to compare to their first day of school picture. They always change so much! It's crazy! Today I'm sharing my free last day of school signs with you. There are 5 different colors and they go from preschool up through 5th grade. I also have first day of school signs, which you can download right … [Read more...]
Picture Puzzles Using Duplo Blocks
My boys have been loving these picture puzzles I made for them using Duplo LEGO blocks. They are SO easy to make! I came up with this activity for an All About Me theme and it was a huge hit. It took me about 5 minute to make, but they've been played with so much that it was worth it! How to Make the Picture Puzzles: Print a picture of the child. Make sure the size is not too large and it will fit the amount of Duplo blocks you have. We made our puzzles 8 blocks high. Lay the … [Read more...]
How to Make Jello Playdough
Looking for a fun sensory activity? Try making jello playdough! It smells amazing and it is so smooth. This may be my favorite playdough we have ever made! Here's what you need: 1 cup flour 1 cup water 1/4 cup salt 2 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon cream of tartar 1 package of Jello (sugar-free or regular) Mix all the ingredients together and cook over low on the stove. Stir frequently. I used a whisk to get rid of the clumps and then cooked for 5-7 minutes, … [Read more...]