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Autumn Leaf Night Lights
November 4, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turn November’s colorful leaves into a little learning and a lot of fun! Pair autumn-themed storytime with a hands-on craft as children transform real fall leaves and glass jars into glowing night lights. I found this idea on the Fox Farm Home web site. LIt’s a creative way to explore nature, colors, textures, fine motor skills, and a little science.
Be sure to read children’s books about autumn leaves when doing this project including: “Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf,” “We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt,” “Leaf Man,” “Fall Leaves Colorful and Crunchy,” “Autumn Leaves,” and “My Leaf.”
You Will Need:
Pressed and Dried Autumn Leaves or Fabric Leaves
Paper
Heavy Books
Mason Jars or Recycled Glass Jars
Modge Podge
Paint Brushes
Battery Tea Lights or Fairy Lights
What to Do:
1. Read children’s books about autumn leaves with the children.
2. Go on a nature walk to collect leaves of different colors.
3. Press the leaves by placing them between paper and under heavy books for a day or two.
4. Wash and dry the glass jars.
5. Brush a thin layer of Mod Podge on the jar.
6. Have children gently press a leaf onto the jar, holding it until it sticks completely.
7. Brush another layer of Mod Podge over the top of the leaf to seal it and repeat the steps for the next leaves.
8. Let it dry completely. Put in battery operated tea light or fairy lights to make pretty night lights.
References:
Project Idea from Fox Farm Home
Photos by Stephanie Felzenberg
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Spooktacular Mummy, Ghost & Jack-O’-Lantern Quesadillas
October 30, 2026 Leave a Comment
Make lunchtime a little spooky with these cheesy Halloween quesadillas! With just tortillas and shredded cheese, kids can help create silly ghosts, wrapped-up mummies, and grinning jack-o’-lanterns. Invite children to invent their own spooky faces. We should always supervise little helpers in the kitchen., but for younger children, we should handle cutting and baking ourselves. […]
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October 25, 2026 Leave a Comment
We all lose things! The lost and found collection at every school and children’s activity proves it. Between school, playdates, sports, dance classes, and field trips, children’s belongings travel everywhere. Labeling clothes, shoes, backpacks, lunchboxes, water bottles, jackets, and spare outfits makes it easier for nannies, parents, teachers, and children to identify what belongs to […]
[Continue reading...]Ghosts in a Blanket
October 23, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turn ordinary pigs in a blanket into a spooktacular Halloween snack! These silly hot dog ghosts are easy enough for nanny kids to help make and fun to eat. See how to make Mummy Hot Dogs by clicking here too! You Will Need: 8 Cooked Hot Dogs2 Cans (8 oz) Refrigerated Crescent DoughPizza CutterStrawBaking SheetParchment […]
[Continue reading...]Halloween Wreath
October 21, 2026 Leave a Comment
Pumpkins, friendly ghosts, and silly monsters — oh my! This adorable Halloween wreath lets little crafters color, cut, and create their own spooky-cute masterpiece. It’s a boo-tiful way for nannies to sneak creativity and fine-motor practice into Halloween fun! You Will Need: Halloween Wreath Printable TemplatePrinterCardstock PaperPaper PlateScissorsMarkersPaintPaint BrushesWhite GlueHole PunchTwine What to Do: 1. […]
[Continue reading...]Spooky Fun Nannies Love!
October 18, 2026 Leave a Comment
Halloween games are a boo-tiful way to sneak learning into playtime! From matching friendly ghosts to solving spooky mysteries, these games encourage memory, problem-solving, turn-taking, and plenty of giggles. Here are some fun finds for nanny kids of different ages, whether you’re planning a Halloween playdate, a rainy-day activity, or a festive family game night. […]
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