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Once Easter has come and gone, the candy has been eaten, toys played with, and plastic grass has gotten into every corner of your home, hold onto those plastic eggs! They are good for lots of fun crafts and activities that your kids will love. From critters to teacups, and even some learning tools, here are our favorite Pinterest Picks for reinventing your plastic Easter eggs: {keep reading…}
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This sweet Cardboard Tube Bunny Craft from Crafts by Amanda is perfect for anytime, but we love it especially for Easter!
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Dr. Seuss’ birthday is March 2nd. Every year we celebrate in our house with a craft or two, a fun Dr. Seuss themed snack, and of course cuddle time on the couch with our favorite Seuss classics. Last year we made these sweet Chocolate Green Eggs & Ham treats, and they will be making a repeat appearance this year!
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Well, this school year has flown by, and it’s almost the 100th Day of School! Every year at school my children are given the task of creating a 100th day themed t-shirt, and each year I struggle to help them come up with a unique, feasible idea. This year, thanks to the magic of Pinterest, I’ve got a whole lot of inspiration to go on! Check out these 100th Day of School t-shirt ideas, and be sure to stop by the South Shore Mamas Pinterest boards for more crafts and activities for the 100th day!
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Groundhog Day is February 2nd, will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow and give us six more weeks of winter? There are some fun crafts and activities out there to get ready for Phil’s big prediction, plus some local events! {keep reading…}
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Like it or not, winter in New England can sometimes prohibit outdoor play. Whether you’re forced to stay inside due to freezing temperatures, or are stuck inside with sick little ones, having a stock of artsy projects on hand is key to surviving cabin fever. Today we’re sharing some fun DIY Musical Instrument ideas you can make with items you probably already have in your house, so start saving your empty paper towel rolls, cans, and popsicle sticks, and get started on your own family band! {keep reading…}
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Grab your construction paper, glue, and a craft stick or two to make these 10 {relatively} simple crafts with your kiddos this week!
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Election day is Tuesday, November 6th. Get out and vote, and get the kids geared up with these crafts and activities, plus a patriotic snack! {keep reading…}
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Need to escape the heat with an indoor art project this week? Try making Melted Crayon Art, and let the kids create a masterpiece fit for the playroom wall! {keep reading…}
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The Summer Olympics are now in full swing! For us, this is the first year that my boys are really into watching the trials and cheering for their favorite athletes. They beg to stay up late to watch the games and it’s the first thing they talk about in the morning. We’re channeling this enthusiasm into some Olympic themed activities over the next two weeks, including outdoor games, a few easy crafts, and even some educational worksheets. A mom’s got to sneak in alittle math and reading whenever she can, right? How are you celebrating? {keep reading…}
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We love Dad, and it’s time to let him know! Mother’s Day has the advantage of falling during the school year, sending kids home with tons of teacher-assisted home made projects for Mom, but Dad deserves some crafty love too! Get ready for Father’s Day with these 10 home made craft ideas that kids can make to celebrate the special man in their life. Want to see even more ideas? Check out our newest post, 10 MORE Father’s Day Craft Ideas! {keep reading…}
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Do-A-Dot paint daubers have been popular in our house since my oldest was in the toddler stage. I just love the ease of these sponge tipped paint bottles that let little ones get creative without the need for paint tubs and brushes. Use them on their own with blank sheets of paper, or grab some dot-art activity pages and let the kids have at them! {keep reading…}
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Friday, March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’ birthday! Celebrate this beloved author’s legacy with a day of reading, and add these fun snacks and craft projects featuring your favorite Seuss characters! {keep reading…}
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Celebrate Leap Year with this easy Paper Plate Frog craft project! Instructions and photos taken from Busy Bee Kids Crafts. {keep reading…}
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Need a quick and easy craft idea for the kids? Try home made crayons! It’s a great way to reuse and reinvent that pile of broken/paperless crayons you know you have lying around right now. {keep reading…}
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