“What do the kids want this year?” Whether it’s Christmas or a birthday, that’s the question most parents are faced with each year. I love watching the kids get excited about their gifts, but sometimes the amount of toys and clutter in the house can feel overwhelming. This can be especially true after birthdays or holidays, […]
Christmas STEM: Build an Elf House
Santa has some competition these days. Little elves are everywhere. Doesn’t your elf deserve a cute little space of their own? This week the kids will have fun with this simple Christmas STEM activity, when they build a house for the elf on the shelf. Related Post: Melting Snowman STEM Activity Christmas STEM Activity […]
20+ Adorable Reindeer Crafts
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is one of the most popular children’s Christmas songs. With Rudy and Santa’s other helpers, its no wonder that reindeer crafts are popular this time of year. From simple shape inspired reindeer crafts for preschoolers, to reindeer STEM challenges, and cute homemade reindeer ornaments, there is a little […]
Candy Cane Activity: Fishing for Ornaments
Candy canes are everywhere this time of year. Not only are they a tasty treat, but the red and white striped candies are perfect for a bit of holiday fun. Last year we had a blast with our Candy Cane Hunt. All those red and white striped candies are also perfect for Candy Cane […]
How to Recycle an Old Tire into a Fun DIY Wreath
December means seeing colorful lights decorating trees and and porches as we drive home in the evenings. In the past I’ve decorated a small shrub in the flower bed. Unfortunately the shrub had to be torn out this summer, leaving the kids sad that we wouldn’t get to decorate it this year. As I […]
