I love this adorable video on how to make a clay chocolate chip bear cookie. I love these little polymer charms, they are so cute and so much fun to make! The steps are pretty simple, all you need is a little patience and you have something super cute. I think this is the perfect [...]

Easter and Spring in general is such a fun time of year. The perfect time to make crafts with the kids and spend some quality family time. All the while making adorable goodies that will be cherished for a lifetime. Recently I was looking on MarthaStewart.com and found some of the most adorable craft ideas: [...]

I just adore Spring time!  As Spring time is right around the corner, and feels like it is already here (it is in the 70′s today) I thought it would be fun to look up some simple Spring time crafts to make with the kiddos. I found this video that shows how to make Spring [...]

(ARA) – With back-to-school season back again, now is a great time to instill a simple message your child will benefit from in the years to come: green is good. By implementing a few recycling tactics across your home and encouraging the same behaviors in the classroom, you can turn your student into a green [...]

(ARA) – The classroom has always been a place where children and young adults can show and grow their styles and creative spirits. There are easy, inexpensive ways to showcase that style and make the school year more exciting. From pens to notebooks and lockers to lunchboxes, students can add their personal flair to everyday [...]

(ARA) – The back-to-school season is more than just shopping for classroom supplies and new clothes. It also means supporting your kids’ education by making an effort to promote learning outside of school hours. Exercising the brain doesn’t need to be reserved for homework or something boring that kids dread. With some creative ideas, you [...]

Fun ways to forge a love of nature and recycling in kids (ARA) – Nature offers many beautiful gifts and wonders to explore, and parents can help get kids outside to discover them when they step away from the television or computer screen. Here are a few fun ways to encourage your children to explore [...]

(ARA) – School’s out, the neighborhood pool is open and you are responsible for keeping the family active and engaged this summer. Whether you are taking a beach vacation or spending a day around the house, you can easily fill the time by planning several simple, budget-friendly, do-it-yourself activities. Ideal for indoor or outdoor time, [...]

This week we’re focusing on some of the coolest kids crafts we found at flickr. Kids will usually come up with the most fun and creative ideas – from “a new generation ladybug” to a colorful Christmas ornament to bright masks – we hope you enjoy and get some fun and creative ideas of your [...]

It seems like only yesterday that I was wrapping up presents for Christmas and I was a little surprised to realize that I would be helping my kids create their little Valentine’s bags soon.  I am never a big participator in Valentine’s.  Maybe it is because of the holiday, or maybe it is simply that [...]