Basketball season is upon us! Today's post is all about basketball themed brain break ideas. There are so many different basketball brain breaks that you can do with the basketball theme. These are perfect for
March Spring Break is just around the corner for many school children. Our family is enjoying a stay-cation for Spring Break, as we are hoping to take a bigger trip later in the year, so we need to save our pennies. Although my kids are older now and don’t need me to plan activities and crafts for them, I can’t help but love ALL the amazing ideas I see for kids so I thought I would make a collection of easy, budget-friendly activities for families who do have younger children and are looking for ideas for things to do at home. First, Read More »
by Eleanor Hendriks March Break Art Camp at StudioÉlan is going well so far this week and their project today was so successful that I thou...
This collection of 100 spring break kids activities has everything from toilet paper crafts and science experiments to play doh and LEGO activities!
End up with a naked or shell less egg which can bounce with this fun easy Bouncy Egg Experiment. Egg in vinegar activity.
60 unique spring break boredom busters for kids! Be equipped with some fun ideas for those moments when your kids declare they are bored. A little boredom is good for kids, it helps them develop independence and problem-solving skills, but flag this list for those times you want to make a few memories!
This collection of 100 spring break kids activities has everything from toilet paper crafts and science experiments to play doh and LEGO activities!
Basketball season is upon us! Today's post is all about basketball themed brain break ideas. There are so many different basketball brain breaks that you can do with the basketball theme. These are perfect for
Teacher friends, Looking for a fun (and educational) way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with upper-elementary students? It’s typical for students to begin losing focus in the classroom, especially during holidays. Real learning does not have to go out the window just yet, you just have to mask it such a way where it doesn’t quite seem like learning
March is just around the corner and for some teachers it may have you excited as you look forward to Spring Break! On the other hand, if you teach in the upper grades, as I do, March may bring on all kinds of nervous anticipation as you look forward to preparing for state testing. No matte
March break activities don't need to be elaborate to be a fun. You just need a plan and a little creativity. Here are 10 simple March break activities that are easy, inexpensive, and guaranteed to create treasured memories. 1) Have a floor picnic - Make lunch a little more fun by laying a blanket down on the kitchen floor. My boys love a floor picnic! 2) Read some stories - Head to the library, pick out some new books, and cuddle up and read together. If you are looking for inspiration, we have a list of our 10 favorite picture books here. 3) Dress up - Around here, we love dressing up as Harry Potter, Pirates, Spies and Jedi, but I am sure your little ones have their own favorites. Is there anything more fun than "pretend play"? 4) Bake something - My boys love baking together... and then eating the fruits of their labour. Some of our favorites are: banana bread, chocolate chip cookies, and peanut butter cookies. 5) Make a craft, paint, or play with play dough - This blog is full of fun craft ideas, so take a look around. You might also want to check out my "Activities and Crafts for Kids" Pinterest board here. 6) Have a puppet show - For the puppet theatre, use a spring loaded curtain rod and an old sheet in a doorway. The sheet works well because it already has an opening for a rod -- no sewing required. (You could also use a cardboard box for a theatre.) For puppets, print pictures off the internet onto cardstock, color them, cut them out, and attach popsicle sticks to the back. 7) Play games - My boys love cards and board games, and I think it is a great way to spend an afternoon. If you want to make it extra special, you can check out some fun snack and decor ideas here. 8) Watch a movie - Put on some PJs, pop some popcorn, cuddle up on the couch, and watch your favorite family movie. You might also want to invite some friends over for a half sleepover. You can find all the fun details here. 9) Have an indoor concert or dance party - Isn't singing and dancing a great way to spend an afternoon... and burn off some energy? If you are looking for some great music for kids, you can read about some of our favorites here. 10) Get outside - Is there anything better for kids than playing outside? Depending on the weather where you are, you might want to check out some summer activities here and here or some winter activities here. What are some of your favorite March break activities? This week, I am focussing on keeping the activities simple and enjoying this time with my boys. ♥ Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)
As kids get older, it can be harder to get the interested in any kind of activity that involves hanging out as a family. But we still have to do something over spring break, or any other holiday fr…
Magical Moving Milk Experiment is a great activity for younger and older children both to enjoy! Watch in amazement as the milk magically moves!
Take part in a super fun STEM activity using recyclables and other basic materials in this mystery bag STEM building challenge with free printable STEM challenge cards! Kids will receive a bag of mystery items and then use those materials to complete a design challenge. This activity is perfect to do both in the classroom or at …
Cricket Printout: Crickets are jumping insects. Males of most cricket species make a loud chirping sound by rubbing their forewings together; they do this to attract females. Crickets chirp faster when the temperature is warmer.
This dry erase and water trick will amaze kids and adults alike! You can make your drawings float with just dry erase markers and water!
This rain cloud in a jar is a weather science experiment gives young children a chance to explore clouds and rain in a hands-on and engaging way! If you are looking for a simple and easy science activity to do with the kids this spring, this is perfect for you. Plus, it includes free printable recording sheets!
Chihuly Paper bowls Students were introduced to the glass bowls by Dale Chihuly. I found a great You tube video for kids where it shows how he makes glass with his team. The students think he looks cool with his eye patch! Students first colored coffee filters with various markers. They could put any designs on the them as long as the entire filter was colored. Each student wrote their name and teacher code on a small card. This would be what we would put inside of their cups while they dried. When completely colored I helped students wrap it around around a plastic cup and secured it with a rubber band. I then (while they watched), sprayed the entire thing with spray starch. I used one can per 35-40 students. It's only about a dollar a can. We put their name card inside the cup and put it on a shelf to dry. On the next class, students wrote their name and teacher code on a fresh card and glued it to the bottom of their bowl. I have been doing this project for years, so I'm not sure where I saw this idea.
Science and art combine in this amazing and simple rainbow experiment. The kids will love to make, explore and paint rainbows,
I knew cactus could store a lot of water, but I had no idea how much! Did you know that a fully-grown saguaro cactus can soak up and store up to 200 gallons of water during a good downpour? A…
Are you looking for some staycation ideas that satisfy the pickiest in your family? Are you on a tight budget but still really want to give your family something to remember? Keep reading! You'll find
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Build your own zoetrope and create your own animation. Hours of STEAM fun for kids who love art, engineering and science!
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Over the past 5 years we have hosted Camp Mom every single summer!! Today I am putting together all of our favorite Camp Mom sessions in one place so that you can have easy access
Get kids excited about science experiments with this fun, foaming ooze that can be used for endless experiments and celebrations.
You don’t have to go far for fun this summer! Entertain your kids and encourage curiosity with these cool, easy science experiments that you can do at home.
Painting on tin foil using cotton buds (Q tips) is an easy process art idea for kids. Foil painting is great for working on fine motor skills as well as colour mixing for toddlers and preschoolers. This art technique was inspired by Van Gogh's painting the starry night.
I know there are all kinds of seasons in life and I’m cool with that, but this season of our life could possibly be entitled “On the Brink of Insanity.” I’ve been keeping u…
Get inspired by nature and make a beautifully simple glow-worm lantern with the kids! Made from paper and twigs, it will shine just like the real thing.
Nowruz is just around the corner. Here are a few ideas for ways to pump up the excitement level at home and get your children involved in festivities geared towards the ancient holiday of Nowruz. Grow Sabzeh Nowruz sabzeh are sprouts grown from wheat grass, lentils or mung beans. They represent growth and rebirth and
Alberta is an incredibly beautiful province in Canada, these are 10 things you must do in Alberta, including Fort Edmonton, the Glacier Skywalk & Elk Island
This is one of the BEST activities I have done as a combined mutual activity. A lot of work... but one of the BEST! I first did thi...
How to make chocolate crackle easter eggs with painted aluminium foil wrappers: a child-led plan and execution.
Consider these warm places to visit in March with their mild weather, the feeling of rebirth, growth, and affordable flight and hotel rates.
Perfect for nature lovers, this list of the best 18 national parks to visit in March is perfect for spring break or a weekend getaway. Enjoy stunning landscapes, epic hikes and hidden adventures.
Are you ready to have a blast with a very exciting STEM Challenge? Actually, that's a statement that can be true of all STEM Challenges! This one has a unique quality and a competitive component. Hold onto your hats! The first time we tried this challenge the kids were quite aghast at the lack of
