Because there are no hot ovens or complicated steps, kids can easily help make this refreshing summer dessert themselves with very little help from their nanny. They can fold in the whipped topping, pour the filling, and arrange slices of fresh sliced strawberries on top of this pie. This strawberry Jello pie is a perfect […]
Cupcake Liner Firework Craft for 4th of July
July 1, 2026 Leave a Comment
These cupcake liner fireworks are a simple, kid-friendly craft that lets little hands create their own colorful fireworks display. With a few patriotic cupcake liners, scissors, glue, and black paper, kids can make a festive decoration perfect for celebrating Independence Day. Check out how to make other firework crafts on my blog with paint and […]
Red, White, and Blue Shish Kabobs
June 26, 2026 Leave a Comment
Looking for a festive kid-friendly snack for the 4th of July? These easy fruit shish kabobs are a sweet way to celebrate! Let little hands build their own patriotic treat by adding fresh strawberries, juicy blueberries, and marshmallows onto skewers. You Will Need: Kid-Friendly Bamboo SkewersStrawberriesBlueberriesMarshmallows What to Do: 1. Wash the fruit and hull […]
Fireworks Fork Painting
June 24, 2026 1 Comment
There is no need for a fancy art kit to create a masterpiece that really pops! Turn ordinary plastic forks into a fun art tool with this easy Fireworks Craft for kids! As a nanny I love this activity because it’s simple to set up, encourages creativity, and creates a festive decoration perfect for celebrating […]
Patriotic Trifle
May 22, 2026 Leave a Comment
Red and blue berries make are the natural colors to use for any summertime patriotic holiday. This patriotic trifle has layers of strawberries, blueberries, and cheesecake pudding making it perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day. Allow the children to help you wash the berries and layer the fruit and cream […]
Patriotic Summer Window Clings
May 20, 2026 Leave a Comment
Looking for an inexpensive, easy Memorial Day craft kids will actually be excited about? The 4-, 7-, and 9-year-olds in my care had so much fun decorating these patriotic window clings for Memorial Day. They also are the perfect activity the 4th of July and all patriotic summer celebrations. Each kit includes three sets of […]
Stars, Stripes, and Cheese Platter
July 4, 2025 Leave a Comment
As a nanny, I’ve dodged LEGO landmines, negotiated snack treaties, and performed bedtime song encores like I’m on a never-ending toddler tour. But every 4th of July, I trade the chaos for an easy charcuterie board — and this year, I went full founding foodie with red and blue berries and white cheese and crackers […]
Patriotic Sensory Tray
July 2, 2025 Leave a Comment
Children love sensory trays because they provide a fun and engaging way to explore different textures and sights through hands-on play, stimulating multiple senses at once. I loved creating this 4th of July sensory tray theme for a toddler in my care. Although I could have easily purchased red, white, and blue colored sensory rice, […]
4th of July Paper Plate Hats
July 1, 2020 1 Comment
Creative Wednesday July 4th is Independence Day in the United States of America. Here is a very inexpensive, fun, and easy craft to make with your Nanny Kids to wear this weekend to help celebrate Independence Day. Although there are seven red stripes on the American flag to represent valor, six white stripes to symbolize […]
Children’s Books About 4th of July
July 1, 2017 Leave a Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library American’s celebrate their Independence from Great Britain on the 4th of July. Independence Day is commonly celebrated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics, concerts, political speeches and ceremonies celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Get the kids in your care in the mood for the holiday by […]
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