We found a great craft idea from  Craft Ideas for Kids that we were able to modify for the classroom! They are great gift ideas for parents just about any time of year! How to Make Neat Feet For Kids: Materials Needed Sensory Tub of Moist Sand Kids Shoe Boxes Boxes of Plaster of Paris (follow instruction on the box) Pen Towel to dry ...

It seems like most gorgeous art projects never stay in the classroom longer than a day. Sometimes, I actually have to plan for festive classroom decorations and really get the kids excited about it, as well. This can be a bit tricky but long-term projects can go on for months! The children used the same crayon muffin technique and I simply place ...

Crayon Melted Rock Paperweights and much more! (This photo is from pepperpaints.com) By far, some of the easiest and most beautiful gift project ideas have always been the simplest. I haven't quite figured out if the beauty is in the simplicity or that its just so beautifully fun and economical. I suspect a bit of both I guess. How to Make Melted ...

Winter Luminaries make great gifts and are so versatile. This open ended craft can be done in so many adorable ways it is almost unfair to post it only in November. But since we will be doing it this month with the preschoolers we'll be sure to let you know all the different way you can use them. Materials for your Super Easy Luminaries: Tissue ...

There are so many different ways to make snow globes with preschoolers. Over the years we have made a number of them and we would like to share with you a few of ways to make this delightful craft. Snow globes range from super easy to some that take a bit of prep time. All are well worth the effort when you see the children's faces when they're ...

Take advantage of these ten fabulous fall leaf ideas for kids! Whether you work in a classroom or are looking to keep a little one busy; these ideas will surely warm up the chilly days of Fall! Ten Fall Leaf Activities to Look Forward to This Season: 1. Make a leaf compost for a garden! 2. Make a lovely fall wreath by painting a shaped paper ...

Making a mini yarn pumpkin is such a simple craft! The preschoolers had a blast making them as a table top center and it required very little teacher assistance. We enjoyed making red and green apples as well since they are such similar shapes! These are great for fall or preschool curriculum revolving around food and nutrition! How to make ...

These adorable spider treat pouches are fun and easy to make with young and older kids. They are great if you are doing an unit on bugs or for a Halloween Party favor. Here is what you'll be needing. How to Make Spider Treat Pouches: Materials: (For each child) one paper plate, paint brush, black tempera paint in a cup, stapler, wiggle eyes or ...

 I have the tried and true staple activities I try to do every year. We don't always get to it but this year we have it planned! Pumpkin soap balls are really easy to make and a great messy activity for the little ones. Don't worry, the mess consists of soap so we all wind up smelling nice and clean when it's all over! How to Make Pumpkin Soap ...