Earth Day is a worldwide celebration held annually on April 22 to garner support for environmental protection. This year, as humanity continues to navigate the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, taking a moment to reflect on our impact on the planet is more important than ever. One simple way to celebrate Earth Day with […] More
When my two oldest kids were younger, we made a lot of crafts. Paper plates were super cheap at the dollar store, so I always had a bunch on hand. I especially liked the non-coated paper plates, which made painting and drawing easier. You can find uncoated paper plates at many stores, but, in my […] More
Paper plates are an inexpensive craft medium for kiddos of all ages. Discover over 60 paper plate ideas to make during craft time. (Click the links for detailed instructions for each paper plate craft.) A A Is for Acorn Paper Plate Craft A Is for Alligator Paper Plate Craft A Is for Ant Paper Plate […] More
Paper plates are an inexpensive craft medium, especially for the littlest crafters. At a recent museum class for toddlers, my youngest daughter and I made some simple but adorable paper plates chickens. She loved helping me stick the pieces onto the paper plate. Use the craft with older kiddos in conjunction with a lesson on […] More
I love winter, but cold weather often means that my children and I get stuck inside. Crafts are a perfect activity to chase away the stir-craziness. What better way to pass a winter day with children than with some simple but cool crafts through a roundup of winter-inspired crafts for the littlest crafters. Arctic Fox […] More
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! While I love the autumn season and the Christmas holiday, I love making valentine-themed crafts with my kiddos even more. With a few hearts cut from colored paper, my children and I have made all sorts of adorable valentines. What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with children […] More
Valentine’s Day is only two weeks away! To prepare for the upcoming holiday, my kiddos and I have been making some heart-inspired crafts. I love using paper plates as an inexpensive base for craft projects, so my daughter and son recently helped me make some adorable heart fish. Both my children had a fantastic time […] More
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! To prepare for the upcoming holiday, my kiddos and I have started making some heart-inspired crafts. I love using paper plates as an inexpensive base for craft projects, so my daughter and son recently helped me make some adorable heart pandas. My daughter cut and pasted her hearts […] More
U is for umbrella Make a fun umbrella craft to help your preschooler learn about the letter Uu using paper plates, dot markers, and pipe cleaners. Materials White paper plates Dot markers Pipe cleaners Scissors Glue or tape Instructions Cut the paper plate in half. Decorate the paper plate half with dot markers. Fold the […] More
C is for cookie! Make a fun chocolate chip cookie craft to help your preschooler learn about the letter Cc using paper plates, construction paper, paint, and cotton swabs. Materials White paper plates Brown construction paper Scissors Glue Black paint Cotton swabs Instructions Cut the brown construction paper into small squares. Glue the brown squares […] More
S is for spider! Make a spider craft to help your preschooler learn about the letter Ss and celebrate Halloween using paper plates, dot markers, yarn, pipe cleaners, and wiggle eyes. Materials White paper plates Green, orange, purple, or black dot markers Green, orange, purple, or black yarn Green, orange, purple, or black pipe cleaners […] More
A is for acorn! Make a fun acorn craft to help your preschooler learn about the letter Aa using paper plates and construction paper. Materials White paper plates Orange and brown construction paper Scissors Glue Instructions Cut the orange and brown construction paper into small squares. Cut curved notches from the sides of the paper […] More
