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Holiday Decorating: Christmas Crafts

When you start decorating for Christmas, do you decorate every room in your home, or just the main living areas? I know some people that decorate every inch. I usually do something in main rooms, the hall bathroom, and a little something in my kids’ rooms. We might put a few Christmas themed knick-knacks in their rooms, but mostly we’ve used stuff we made or things the kids made at school. We have quite a collection of ornaments that the kids have made over the years, too, and we hang each one on our tree. You might like some of … Continue reading →

Holiday Boredom Busters

Sometimes, being off school sounds awesome, but then it can be a little boring. You get so used to being busy that not having any planned activities can quickly lead to boredom. TV and video games are fun sometimes, but you can’t spend all your time in front of a TV or monitor. So, here are some ideas of things kids can do during school vacations: Picture This! Here’s a fun game you can play that Mom and Dad will probably like too. It’s based on a TV game show called Win, Lose, or Draw. It’s simple and all you … Continue reading →

After the Holiday: Craft Clean Up

Awww! I can almost hear you saying, “Cleaning up is no fun!” You might be surprised to find out that I agree with you. I would much rather be doing something else like making stuff instead of cleaning up. But, wait, you might not realize that there is something really good about cleaning up when it comes to crafts. As you’re taking down all those cool things you made, you can save some for next year. You know what else? Some crafts will be things you have to take apart. I have thought up some great ideas while doing that! … Continue reading →

Custom Thanksgiving Crafts

Are you off school this week for Thanksgiving? My kids don’t get out until Wednesday, but I know some of you have the whole week off. Boy, are you lucky! You get to have lots of fun all week waiting for Turkey Day to get here. In case you need something to do with all your extra time, I have some ideas that I think you might like. Custom Tablecloth If your mom has an old tablecloth or doesn’t mind picking up on that doesn’t cost a lot, you can decorate your very own custom tablecloth for Thanksgiving (*you can … Continue reading →

Kids’ Crafts: Week in Review Nov. 12 – 18

Thanksgiving is getting close, so you don’t have much time left to make cool crafts and holiday decorations before the big day gets here. This is a rundown of the past week in case you missed anything. Turkey Table Topper Want to make a turkey table topper? You can make a large one to add to a table-scape or centerpiece, or you can make smaller ones to use beside each place setting. This idea turns out cute, but it does require adult supervision and assistance. Holiday Crafts: Better than Place Cards Here is a really neat idea that your family … Continue reading →

The First Thanksgiving Crafts

If your children are little and they don’t go to school yet, they may not know the story of the first Thanksgiving. You can tell them about it. Then, help them write their own stories, imagining what it might be like to be a pilgrim man, woman, boy, or girl, or one of these members of a Native-American family. Telling Stories Have your children give each family member a name, age, birth date, and then describe the physical characteristics of each person. Have them tell you or write down what they think each person’s chores may have included, and how … Continue reading →

Thankful Crafts for Thanksgiving

Does your family like to share what each person is thankful for on Thanksgiving Day, or throughout the holiday season? Helping our kids take a moment to stop and think of all the things they have to be thankful for is a great idea, in my opinion. Most kids get into this idea if my past preschool classes are any indication, and little ones will enjoy it even more if you combine it with an arts and crafts project or two. Here is one idea: Thanksgiving Tree Any flowerpot will work, but a sturdy one like terra cotta is preferred. … Continue reading →

Holiday Crafts: Decorative Items for the Table

Won’t your child be proud to have his or her crafts displayed prominently during the holidays? What could be better for a child than showing off his handiwork at the dinner table (or should I say on the dinner table)? Custom Placemats Grab a flannel backed vinyl placemat in a holiday theme at any discount store. On the back measure and mark off rectangles about 12” high and 18” wide. Cut them out. Fold the edges over and crease them well. Use fabric glue to secure the edges so on the front, the edges will be nice and smooth. Glue … Continue reading →