My kiddos are having a blast on the site just launched by Penguin Books as the new online home for all our favorite crayons featured in THE DAY THE CRAYONS QUIT and the upcoming THE
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
These creative small home library design ideas will show you how to create a cozy reading room even if you think you have no space for one.
Looking for some easy thread storage ideas? This tutorial shows you how to make your own DIY sewing thread rack!
How to make The Nightmare Before Christmas mason jar luminaries. DIY glitter mason jars decorated with vinyl Jack Skellington desings.
Escape Rooms are a very popular thing right now. Here's how to make your own escape room challenge for kids in a few simple steps.
Did you know that September 15th- ish is International Dot Day? It’s a day to celebrate creativity, imagination, and working together. It’s based on the book, The Dot, by Peter Reynold’s which is about a little girl Vashti who doubts her own ability in art and is uninspired. The teacher encourages and believes in the student even though the student doubts their own ability. The teacher encourages Vashti to just make a mark and sign it and so the story begins about a little girl who becomes inspired, more confident in herself, and helps others find their own creativity. Feel free to share how you celebrate Dot Day! Here's a fun song/video for you to watch with your kids: Check out this fabulous song here. Watch the author create a dot here and use it as a kick off to have children create their own dots. Visit Peter Reynold's Website here and check out some books, doodles, and digital drawings. You can also sign up at the Dot Club for some great ideas. Here's some dots that my kids created. Meanwhile, here are some creative dot day ideas I found... Click here for original source Check out Cassie Stephens's blog for beautiful dot day ideas and some fashion tips =) Original Source Start with a paper plate and see what happens... Original Source Original Source
Vocabulary folders are a convenient way to organize vocabulary pages. I used illustrated vocabulary sheets to help my English Language Learners speak and write about new vocabulary. They are also helpful for younger students with spelling. Some primary classroom teachers I supported had a set of these folders on student tables or in a writing
This is such an easy activity idea for kids! Using this free Make Your Own Word Search Puzzle template, create your own word search puzzles.
Boost your child's confidence and improve their mindset with these free affirmation station printables!
If I Were a Superhero Identify a few well-known superheroes with your students and brainstorm adjectives that describe these superheroes and their actions. After reviewing the list, ask students to identify people in their real lives that possess these characteristics. Ask students to complete this thinksheet and describe what kind…
Learn about the 5 layers of an ocean (also called ocean zones) with your child using this hands-on activity with materials already in your pantry!
This one sheet plywood bookshelf is such an easy beginner project to tackle and can be customized with as many adjustable shelves as you want!
Ah finally the six weeks of bedlam and mayhem that constitutes the summer holidays are over! The minute the children were shooed on their way back to school, I took a sweeping look at the devastati…
Using a visual schedule in your preschool or kindergarten classroom is a great classroom management tool. It's easy to make your own with this template!
This large DIY chalkboard is easy to make yourself even if you are a beginner DIYer and even better, it’s crazy cheap.
Does a lack of space hinder you from creating your own war room? Learn how to make your own prayer board with these DIY prayer board tips!
Paper chain snake craft for kids based on 2 real species of python found in Australia's Daintree Rainforest. Printable template available.
A few months ago, the kids and I played around with making our own crystal snowflakes. (how to and amazing results here) It really had nothing to do with anything we were studying but hey, it was …
Learn how to make your own math worksheets in 5 easy steps! You can use programs you probably already have on your computer...
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This college/university research activity requires students to find information such as number of undergraduate students, majors available, sports and activities, cost of attendance, etc. On the back side of the paper, students will also create and color their own college pennant for that school. T...
Quilt basting is essential to prepare your project for quilting. Learn how to make a quilt sandwich and discover 4 ways how to baste a quilt.
Prompted by the arrival of our fabulous 100% linen sheeting range, here’s a tutorial to show you just how easy it is to make your own fitted sheets. It might be easier to enlarge the images as you work through...
make your own laminate fabric
Isn't there something about Summer that makes you want to be a kid again? Homemade ice cream, the sound of lawnmowers and Marco Polo. Drippy popcycles and fireflies and long lazy days in sundresses. And flying kites. Of course. Well,
Let me show you how to make your own diy mannequin form. Making a dress form is easier than you think. If you love sewing you will love having a DIY mannequin stand. This DIY sewing mannequin is so simple to make. A Custom dress form is super handy for sewing enthousiasts. There is information about making a diy mannequin stand and on how to give turn it into a vintage dress form.
Making your own chalkboard printables is super fun and easy, so come find out how. There's even free, downloadable ready-made printables for you to print!
Do you know what kind of looks you get when you go to the hardware store and tell the clerk you want to DIY a sliding door? When they point in the direction of “Doors & Windows,” you know it’s time to take matters into your own hands. I needed a door for a lofted space above our living room, and wanted the sliding effect. However, since it was a temporary solution, its construction needed to be simple and easy to do.
Learn how to make a simple curtain panel that hides a curtain track and creates a softly gathered drape. Making curtains is easy! Follow this step-by-step curtain sewing tutorial to make your own curtains.
Here is a collection of 10 FREE Printable alphabet banners. Each letter of the alphabet is available to be printed out, so all you have to do is think up a great banner saying! Have fun creating the beautiful Banner of your dreams!
I think a lot of us feel like we can't have a beautiful home that we love because there just isn't enough money. I know I have definitely felt that way plenty of times. And
Today, I'm sharing an easy and inexpensive way to make your own DIY Soundproof panels for your music studio, home theater or home gym.
Easy step-by-step plans to build an electric fireplace surround. A fireplace makes any room comfy and cozy. These free plans make it simple.
