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Rosie and Jewel had lots of fun decorating Halloween eggs a few years ago. With that idea in mind I thought it would be fun to sprinkle a ...

If there is one thing I have learned by spending a good part of my life creating on a limited budget- it's that you can always use something- ANYTHING to make art and you don't need lots of money or fancy supplies. My favorite place to go "shopping" is in the trash or the recycling bin and I have a bit of an obsession with cardboard rolls. There a so many different ways to use them when working with painted surfaces- here are a few of my favorites. I ALWAYS have a paper towel towel roll on…

First, let me apologize for the very extended break I took from my blog. I am ashamed! Although, I do have an excuse... Meet my new Cinnamon Conure :-). We bought him nearly weaned, so we were rather preoccupied with feeding, snuggling, and admiring our new little creature! His name is Candy Apple. Isn't he cute??? BUT, back to business! Once again, I have 'borrowed' one of Tom's sensory bin ideas from his blog at Sand and Water Tables. He has a great explanation as to why this apparatus is…

We love art projects for kids and always seem to have some creating going on in our house daily, whether it be an elaborate art project or simply some crayons and paper. If you’re a fellow art for kids lover or simply looking for some great ideas to get started, then you will love these 25+ …

50 preschool farm theme activities that include books, sensory, printables, activities, and songs!

Here's a cute and practical craft gift mom is sure to love. Trace a hand print with a special Mother's Day message on shrinky dink plasti...

Use PVC pipe to make a sand and water table for kids! My 2, 4, and 6 year olds have been loving this sensory play table. I am loving the fact that you can change out the tubs and do either water or sand (or something else!) but not have both out at the same...Read More »

6 Sensory Bottles that Explore Viscosity

An easy snow white play dough recipe for your preschool or pre-k class. Make this classroom recipe for snow playdough using only 3 ingredients!

Wrapping up our first week in preschool, we continued to explore our new classroom environment and enjoy a few fun activities along the way. Today we pulled out the play dough and play dough accessories but instead of using all those fun play dough accessories, the construction workers showed up with their tools and hard

I’m teaming up with my friends at The Elementary Entourage blog for a fun filled Back to School Bash! We are bringing you tips, ideas, lessons, and most importantly, FREEBIES for this back to school season! One thing that I think is so important at the beginning of the school year is to build a ... Read More about Back to School Bash!

We all know it's good for our kids to be outside in nature. And today, I am excited to share one of the most addicting nature activities with you. Earth Art is one of my