Learn how to make mod podge. You have to try this easy homemade mod podge recipe with only 2 easy ingredients. So simple!
This fun sunglasses craft is perfect for the end of the school year or the beginning of the year! The sunglasses template paired with all of these wri
Rejection is one of those things all of us have to face. It might be in a studio review; our professor is not happy with our work or the direction we've taken. It can even be in the workplace, after working hard on something, those above us ridicule and criticize it. And there are still those...
Updates: Watch a time lapse tutorial of the process here and see the full room reveal here! Have any plain, flat doors in your house? This tutorial is for you! Here’s what you’ll need for this project (per one standard door): Materials 4×8″ sheet of plywood 1″ Finish nails Wood filler Caulk Paint Tools Miter saw […]
DIY Sensory Rooms: Have you ever thought about creating a sensory room or space for your child, but thought it would be too expensive or you would need to dedicate an entire room? We know that sensory rooms have a huge calming effect on our children, so, we challenged a couple of moms (and two behav
Creating a custom shiplap wall doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. Learn how to make your own faux shiplap and plank a wall for $30!
Have you ever wanted something for your home that felt a little bit crazy, buuut you really wanted it, so you just made it happen anyway?
Hey guys! I built my youngest little lady some floating shelves for all of her junk important things, and I am sharing the plans for them today. I recently found that my Home Depot started
Remodeling a basement? It’s a great space to relax or entertain and these 11 makeover ideas will inspire you no matter what you have in mind. Come peek!
Wie ihr diese zauberhaften Schmetterlingsflügel basteln könnt, zeigen wir euch Schritt für Schritt hier. Viel Spaß beim Basteln!
Subtraction can be a difficult concept for kids to grasp. The best way for kids to learn challenging math concepts is through hands-on, interactive lessons and games. Get off my boat is a great w…
Teaching students the importance of identifying text structures is crucial to their reading comprehension of nonfiction texts. These reading nonfiction text structures crafts are a fresh, hands on and unique way students can visually see each text structure broken down for them. It is an alternative to reading response that will help you to reach all learners in your classroom. These nonfiction text structures activities require little to no prep, and the only materials needed are scissors and glue (metal fasteners needed for the descriptive text structure wheel). WHAT’S INCLUDED: 11 Text Structures Crafts: Text Structure Tower: Students lift the flaps of their tower to record their text structure type, clue words/signal words that helped them identify the text structure, as well as a visual representation of their text structure type. An option is also included for students to record notes from the text rather than create a visual representation. Text Structures Clipboard: This clipboard includes a reference chart that breaks down the 5 text structures. It provides an explanation, clue words, and a visual for each type of text structure. This lift the flap craft has students identify the text structure and clue words, and create a visual representation. Cause & Effect Explosion: Students record the cause in a flask and the effect(s) in the explosion. Cause & Effect Raincloud: Students record the cause in the cloud and then hang effects from their cloud onto raindrops. Lift the Flap Timeline: Students create an illustration or symbol on the front flap for each event, and then describe the event on the inside (also included as a text feature craft in the Nonfiction Text Features pack). Problem & Solution Light Bulb: Students record the problem on the broken bulb and solution on the light bulb underneath. Problem & Solution Puzzle: Students record the problem onto 2 puzzles pieces that open up to reveal the solution. Compare & Contrast Lift the Flap Venn Diagram: Students write differences and similarities between 2 topics from their text onto a lift the flap Venn diagram. Compare & Contrast Lift the Flap Book: This craft has space for students to describe similarities and differences between 4 topics in a text. Descriptive Text Structure Wheel: Students record either 6 or 10 descriptive traits about the topic of their text on the back page of their wheel. The front of the wheel is an image of a web, which is a classic graphic organizer for this type of text structure. Descriptive Text Structure Branch: Students record the topic on their branch and then descriptions on each leaf.
Landscaping doesn't have to cost a bunch of a money. Some great design planning and a little DIY work can give you cheap landscaping fixes that look expensive.
Struggling to strip paint and stain from your furniture? I've got the best tips and tricks to get your furniture looking like new.
Floating shelves have no visible hardware—watch this video and follow these steps to build your own DIY floating shelf.
Being stuck in your house and working from home was the perfect motivation to spruce up my office. I’d had put in some gorgeous Dalmatian print wallpaper in my old office and missed having a room that makes me smile every time you walk in,...
A bright and cheerful bulletin board in the hallway is the perfect way to welcome students back to school! Check out these ideas for inspiration to create your own school and classroom decorations.
It is the first week of kindergarten! What do I teach? I get this question all the time! I am so excited to put together this page together for you. I’m sharing our favorite first week of kindergarten read aloud stories and the free coordinating printables I made to go with them. Plus I will s
In this detailed tutorial, we're sharing how to make busy boards for your toddlers, both for in the house and in the car! No power tools needed!
Simple color posters perfect for a preschool or kinder classroom. Included is the following: JPG Files for printing large posters. 20x30 8.5x11 PDF for printing on cardstock Black and White PDF perfect for coloring sheets or other color practice.
I am using a free online room layout software to help me with our living room layout dilemma.
Today I am sharing the tutorial for the DIY built-in storage bench. Well, my friends. Time flies like crazy, and we are on the 3rd week of the One Room Challenge hosted by Linda over
Inspiring Art Room Doors. Lately, I've seen some truly inspiring art room doors posted by art teachers on social media.
This guide will help you learn how to prep walls before painting them! Give your walls a professional look with these simple steps!
Do you love Vintage Drawings as much as I do? Today, I'm sharing how to get Free Vintage Printable Artwork for your home!
How to make an outdoor chalkboard - a really fun addition to your yard that the kids will love! Perfect for your fence or backyard.
Want to replace your lawn with a ground cover you could step on without damaging it? Discover the names of these Best Walkable Ground Covers!
There are so many ways to approach self-portraits with children: observation, inspired by a particular artist, symbols of interests and activities, the list goes on. This time, I wanted to create an engaging, multi media
Awesome Ikea Trofast hacks and ideas to turn the insanely practical and budget-friendly Ikea TROFAST into something really good-looking!
