Create a Wax-Resist Nightscape!
Children often draw beautiful pictures of suns and rainbows but seldom do they venture into drawing the scenes around them at night. Here's an activity that has your child using crayons and black paint to create a beautiful wax-resist nightscape.
Build a Zucchini Racer
When your garden is overrun by zucchini and your family rebels at the prospect of eating yet another loaf of zucchini bread, turn your bumper crop into a fleet of funky veggie-mobiles.
Make a Necklace With 20-Second Beads!
If your teen looks like she needs a break from homework, or something to work on during the commercials of her favorite show, show her how to make a paper bead--in just 20 seconds!
Sew a "Where-Able" Scrapbook Skirt!
Help your teenager make a lightweight, comfy skirt out of her acquired t-shirts from various travel adventures. She'll love wearing it on her next road trip!
Make a Clock!
You thought this day would never come, but guess what, it's time! Time for your child to learn to TELL time, that is. Mastering this skill can seem hard at first, but hands-on practice helps. Here's a fun at-home activity that lets kids make a clock of their own.
Make Jumbo "Cupcake" Crayons
Finally there's a solution for all of those broken crayon stubs! This whimsical activity magically melts all the pieces together to create giant, multi-colored "cupcake" crayons.
Make Jewelry Using Your Favorite Photos!
If you're looking for a funky, personalized gift look no further! With this project you can make jewelry and accessories using your very own photos. It's fun, creative and simple.
Weave a Colorful Yarn Mosaic
While most common mosaics use stone or glass, this project for preschoolers relies on the more suitable substances of yarn and non-toxic glue. In this activity, encourage your child to practice her scissor skills and help her weave a beautiful and bright yarn mosaic.
Make a Folded Paper Illuminaria!
This simple illuminaria can be made for any season or holiday. It's so fun that parents and kids alike will enjoy making a new one for each special holiday!
Construct a Kid Size Cardboard Castle
Help your little fort builder move up in the world with this cardboard castle that's just the right size for a young king and his loyal stuffed subjects. He'll have fun, and work his measuring skills, too.
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