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Simple Spring Fun Projects for the Kids

Now that we have sprung ahead an hour, I’m hoping Mother Nature will get the hint and adjust the weather accordingly.  We’re still buried under several feet of snow and the high temperatures are frozen in the 20s. If the weather outside is frightening in your neck of the woods too, then make the most of your indoor time by springing into spring with these simple, affordable and kid-friendly seasonal projects: Candy Lei:  You don’t have to travel to Hawaii to enjoy the beauty and fun of wearing colorful lei.  The eye-popping garland, traditionally worn around the neck, can be … Continue reading →

Flower Impressions

Finally, spring is on the horizon.  It has been a long winter and it doesn’t look like the cold will leave us soon but spring is coming.  As soon as the time is near, I get so excited I start to celebrate by getting out the craft supplies and making something fun.  Flowers are a classic symbol of spring so what better way to begin the spring flings then to create flower arts and crafts?  The project below is easy to implement and adjust for all grade levels. It is a great family activity or an activity for a homeschool … Continue reading →

Easter Eggheads and Other Grassy Creations

It’s time for some frivolous fun! If you and your preschooler are into growing things but don’t want a garden, you can grow some wacky spring critters. To create an Easter egghead, take one egg and crack it in the middle. Use the inside and scramble it – yum! Then take the least-broken half of the egg, place it in an egg cup, and fill it most of the way with soil. Sprinkle some grass seeds on top of the soil, then add another thin layer of soil. Wet the soil slightly. Brush off any residual dirt. Give the egg … Continue reading →

Easy and Affordable Spring Art for Preschoolers

Today’s high temperatures are expected to reach the mid-50s… a virtual heat wave by midwestern standards this time of year. The mild temps are reason to cheer and serve as a great impetus for spring crafts. The following simple and affordable projects are ideal for preschoolers itching to celebrate the arrival of spring with cute crafts: FUZZY CATERPILLAR Materials: Pom-poms (in a variety of colors and sizes) Popsicle sticks Googly eyes Glue Red construction paper Scissors Black pipe cleaners Scotch tape Directions: Use scissors to cut two, 2-inch long pieces of pipe cleaner. Glue and tape the pipe cleaners onto … Continue reading →

Cheap “Cheep” Crafts for Kids

Birds don’t chirp or peep in our house, they “cheep.” Just ask my 4-year-old, who recently came home from a friend’s house with birds she made from plastic Easter eggs. Her BFF’s crafty mom helped the girls create the cutest “cheep-cheeps” for cheap. The instructions for the Plastic Baby Birds follow, as well as a recipe for Chocolate Bird’s Nests: PLASTIC BABY BIRDS Materials: Plastic Easter egg (one half for each bird) Construction paper (orange and brown) Paper plate Brown paint Paintbrush Scissors Glue Black Sharpie Directions: Paint the paper plate brown, making sure you cover the entire plate thoroughly … Continue reading →

Spring Projects for Preschoolers

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Even here in Colorado, we are finally seeing some spring colors! Here’s a few classic preschool and kindergarten art projects to welcome those spring blooms. For a blooming 3-d tree branch either paint or draw a large tree branch on some paper. Glue on a few green paper leaves. And then glue on popped popcorn to make blossoms. The popcorn really does look a little like blossoms, especially from a distance. Handprint projects are so cute. On a large piece of blue or white paper have the children paint green flower stems. Help them press their hands into bright colors … Continue reading →

Bird’s Nests – Easy Craft Projects

My family loves to watch for the return of birds in the spring. We often get a pair of nesting robins in our yard. Here are two ways for your children to make charming bird’s nests of their own. Both work for preschool children and up. Spaghetti Nests Uncooked thin spaghetti (thin is easier to break than regular) Brown craft paint (washable works fine) A small round bowl or disposable round container Foil or plastic wrap Cover your bowl with aluminum foil or plastic wrap to protect it. If you are using a disposable container you don’t have to protect … Continue reading →