Did you know that the modern-day Santa Claus has roots in a very old tradition? St. Nick–the real St. Nicholas–lived in the third century A.D. Although he was born to a wealthy family, he used his entire inheritance to help the poor. He also had a great love for children. There are many legends surrounding …
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Want to spruce up your door for Christmas? This DIY Grinch wreath is just the thing! It’s cute, whimsical, and based on a holiday classic. What could be better? Make your own Grinch wreath using mostly Dollar Tree items and a recycled cereal box. Really! You’ll turn that cereal box into a pretty convincing-looking chimney …
Do you have a little scientist in the family? What better way to get them engaged in learning than with these 30 Christmas science experiments for kids. We’ve compiled a list of easy, hands-on experiments that will help your child learn about everything from the power of magnets, the science behind acid-base reactions, and how to make …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are 100% mine. You’ve decided you’re going to have a holiday party. You’ve invited guests. You’ve envisioned your family and friends laughing and reminiscing together. But a few days before your get-together you start stressing. Will the decorations …
Since we tend to spend a lot of time indoors in the winter, it’s no wonder snowman crafts for kids are so popular! Cool weather outdoors and warm, snuggly conditions indoors make it the perfect opportunity for being creative. But we know adults love to get crafty, too, so we’ve rounded up some gorgeous snowman …
‘Tis the season for turkey and traditions. What makes holidays like Thanksgiving so memorable? Long after the food is gone, the memories that families cling to are the special traditions you share together. If you’re looking for some new Thanksgiving traditions to begin with your family, try one (or more) of these this year. …
Does it seem like your mudroom is a complete mess? Are you constantly cleaning mud off the floor? Do the kids never know where their shoes are? It’s enough to drive someone crazy. Instead of fighting the daily mess, why not follow these mudroom storage and organization tips for a clutter-free entry?
As soon as seasons change from summer to fall, my kids start dreaming of Christmas! They start planning what to write to Santa, thinking about Christmas presents to make and give to their friends and all the kids crafts they can make to help decorate our home over holidays! Is it same with your kids? …
When you’re crafting with the kids, you want to stimulate as many of the senses as possible. One terrific way to introduce a more tactile, sensory experience into your art is with bubble wrap. It’s such a fun material to work with. In fact, here are 15 amazingly fun bubble wrap art ideas to inspire …
December is undoubtedly my favorite month of the year. Having a December bucket list helps me make the month as magical as possible for my family. Use this printable December bucket list to help your family have a delightful December too! Get this January bucket list to work on once the holidays are over! Did …
Let your kids help make some special gifts and ornaments this year. These handprint Christmas crafts are the perfect keepsakes for not only yourself, but for grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and the rest of the extended family. Make a card, a gift, an ornament or a gift tie-on using tiny handprints and a little creativity.
Celebrate winter with this cute little snowman toilet paper roll craft that’s perfect for preschoolers. It’s a wonderful kids’ craft for a snow day! Plus, if you make crafts with your kids fairly regularly, you probably already have everything you need – toilet paper rolls, pipe cleaners, yarn, beads, and paint. These cute little toilet …
Buying a gift for a preschool child? Not only do you want a fun, engaging gift, but you also want one that’s going to last. You need a gift that he will play with for more than a day or two, right? Here are 27 amazingly fun toys for preschool boys that are perfect gifts …
This handprint Christmas tree card is a fun craft for the kids that you’ll want to keep for the memory books. It’s a wonderful way to send seasons greetings to grandparents, aunts, uncles and other extended family, too.
Looking for some indoor winter activities? Stimulate your child’s mind and senses with these fun snowman sensory activities.
Want to include your cat in the Christmas festivities this year? We’re going to show you how to make something super cool and easy: paw print ornaments made from salt dough. This is perfect for all pet owners, whether you have a cat or a dog. It’s a great way to make a keepsake of …
Before we became parents to our son, we were proud pet parents to 3 cats and one dog. We’ve always included the pets in our holiday celebrations because they’re just as much a part of the family as we are! If you’re stumped for doggy gift ideas, we’ve got 10 presents that your dog will …
I don’t know what it is about fall, but I crave warm blankets, hot chocolate and lots of hot, buttery popcorn. 🙂 But popcorn isn’t just fun for eating. It’s fun for playing and learning, too. Popcorn can be used in all sorts of ways for sensory and craft activities as well as cool science …
Is your Christmas budget stretched to the max? I know the feeling! We try to buy gifts for all the children in our extended families, and that can get expensive since more kids are added each year. Handmade gifts are a great way to save, but kids don’t exactly go crazy for jar mixes and …
Do you have trouble getting your toddler to take a bath? We’re lucky that our son enjoys bath time—but I know that not every parent is so fortunate! Several of our friends have struggled with getting their toddlers into the bathtub. Why do some toddlers hate bath time, anyway? Well, it usually signifies an end …