December has arrived and so has winter! It doesn’t snow much where I live, but we have so much fun when we visit the snow. One of the first things we do is build a snowman! It’s wet, slimy, and full of wonder! Let’s bring snowmen home with us in this super fun activity. I call it “Snowman Bowling.” Kids will learn colors and numbers through active play! Are you ready? What you need: 3 (or more) Empty 12 ounce drink bottles (could be little water bottles) 3 Markers, each a different … [Read more...]
Snowman Activities for Kids
We are so thrilled to FINALLY have snow! My kids have been playing in it nonstop the past few days. Today I'm sharing some very fun snowman activities for kids. From crafts, to playdough mats, to printables and more! Take a look at these fun activities! Just click on the links to take you to all the details. Clothespin Snowmen from Easy Peasy and Fun Snowman CVC Match from The Letters of Literacy Build a Rhyming Snowman from This Reading Mama Snowman Playdough Mat from Teaching … [Read more...]
Melting Snowman Craft
We're having unseasonably warm temperatures this winter, which inspired me to create this melting snowman craft. I mean, if we did have any snow right now, this is what would a snowman would look like! This craft is so cute and easy to make! We used our homemade puffy paint recipe, which dries puffy and makes this craft look unique! Here's what you need: 1.5 cups of shaving cream (The best kind is Barbasol - off brands make the puffy paint not work as well) 1/2 cup Elmer's white … [Read more...]
4 Fabulous Christmas Crafts for Kids!
Christmas is just around the corner, so today I'm sharing 4 easy Christmas crafts for kids (really any age)! I'll give you a quick tutorial on each of these crafts, starting with the wreath. Here's what you'll need: *fuzzy yarn (I got this sparkly green on at Michaels on clearance for $1.99) *puff balls *glue (I used a glue gun) *card stock I first cut out a circle in a wreath shape with the card stock. Then, I wrapped the yarn around the paper wreath. Make sure you squish the yarn … [Read more...]