Creative Connections for Kids

Giant Watercolor Butterflies

Kristi — Sun, 19 May 2013 04:43:03 +0000

Butterflies will soon be making their appearance in our area. If you can’t wait or if your kiddos are studying the butterfly life cycle, they can easily be created using using watercolor spray paint and giant coffee filters called Texas snowflakes. The Texas snowflake makes a fun and interesting twist on a tried and true . . . Read More: Giant Watercolor Butterflies

A Spring Gift

Kristi — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:43:28 +0000

We have been planting lettuce seeds and I hear they are sprouting. Some of the older kids have made these cute little planters for their seeds. The options are limitless and I thought you would enjoy them too. They make a fun Mother’s Day or teacher appreciation gift. These little planters just need simple, . . . Read More: A Spring Gift

Reuse ~ Repurpose ~ Recycle

Kristi — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:49:47 +0000

Earth Day is Monday so with that in mind, I am sharing a round-up of kids activities that utilize reused, repurposed, or recycled items from around the house. They are super cheap, simple, and environmentally friendly.

Here we go!

Duct Tape for Kids – reuse an old coffee can for a shape sorter.

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