With rising temperatures and sunnier days, we’re ready to kick off summer with fun, family, and friends. When summer officially starts, July 4th isn’t that far around the corner. That means it’s time to fly our flags and show our patriotism for our country. What better way to do that than by getting crafty? We’ve…
Looking for a fun craft for the kids to make for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or a United States lesson plan? Here’s a simple American flag template that can be used to make a wavy 3D paper flag craft. The 3D effect makes it look like the flag is flying! Creative American Flag…
If you’re a fan of Eric Carle, then you’ll be happy to hear about his new book titled, *The Nonsense Show. This picture book is illustrated in his usual style. They are engaging and colorful and even included a few characters that the kids may recognize.  However, The Nonsense Show turns everything inside out and everything is…
We fell in love with the book *Little Cloud by Eric Carle. It’s a story about a little cloud who takes you on a fun journey changing into all different shapes…. a shark, a sheep, an airplane, and more. It’s told in a cute way that is perfect for my son’s age (5). I love how…
Whoo’s birthday is it this month? The much loved children’s author Eric Carle! We have been busy reading his books and even made some crafts. The illustrations in his books are made with a collage technique using tissue papers that he creates by painting layers. Using his style of art as inspiration, the kids and I…
Here’s an easy paper popsicle craft kids can make using our free popsicle template. It is 3-dimensional making it great for pretend play! Change up the colors for a fun summer craft or make it red, white, and blue for the 4th of July. Besides being a fun kids craft idea, this popsicle template could…
When you think of jello shots, most people tend to think about the kind with alcohol made for parties. In today’s post, I am sharing a tutorial for non-alcoholic jello shots that are kid-friendly. These cool-looking red, white, and blue layered jello dessert shooters are great to take to a 4th of July party for…
Here’s a fun craft to go along with the popular Dr. Seuss book, The Cat in the Hat – a cereal box Cat in the Hat craft with a printable template for making at home or in a classroom. The template is a simple cut and paste design making it great for younger children. Slightly…
When it comes to crafting, you can’t get much more versatile than a paper plate. Really! They’re frugal, fun to work with, and you probably have some in your kitchen right now. So, grab a stack of them and get to work on some of these totally adorable paper plate crafts for kids. We have…
This printable Chinese New Year zodiac book is too cute! It follows the same format as the Brown Bear, Brown Bear book by Eric Carle. It’s fun for kids because it’s a mini coloring book of all the Chinese zodiac signs. *Originally published 2/10/2013 and updated on 1/7/2021. My son has been a rock star at learning…
Halloween is just around the corner, and you’ll be putting pumpkins on the porch in no time. But pumpkin carving can be a little frustrating for little ones who can’t join in the fun. If you’re looking for some kid-friendly no-carve options, you’ll love these cute pumpkin decorating ideas for preschoolers. On this list, you’ll…
Have you tried crafting with cereal such as Fruit Loops before? It makes for a fun craft idea. Here’s a colorful popsicle craft kids can make by decorating it with cereal to give it a fun 3D look. Use our simple popsicle coloring page printable to make your own designs! 3D Popsicle Cereal Art Project…