Help the little ones in your care create a special keepsake this Father’s Day with adorable handprint cards made just for Dad! Here are three creative, step-by-step ideas you can easily make with the children with craft items they likely already have in their home. 1. “Little Monster” Handprint Card This fun card plays on […]
Sidewalk Paint That Pops!
June 10, 2026 Leave a Comment
Looking for a colorful outdoor activity that keeps kids entertained and sparks creativity? Homemade sidewalk chalk paint is a simple, non-toxic craft that turns any driveway or sidewalk into a giant canvas! Kids love watching their bright creations come to life, and you’ll love how easy and inexpensive it is to make with just a […]
Coffee Filter Earth Day Sun Catchers
April 22, 2026 Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about turning the simplest materials into a tiny version of our big, beautiful planet. This Earth Day (or honestly, any day), try this simple coffee filter Earth sun catcher craft. All you need are coffee filters, blue and green markers, and a water squirt bottle. That’s it. No glitter explosions. No complicated […]
Milk Carton Earth Day Bird Feeder
April 15, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turn a simple recycled milk carton into a charming bird feeder and a hands-on Earth Day lesson. The kids you care for will love creating something that helps the planet by making something from their recycling bin and invites birds to their backyard. You Will Need: Empty Milk Carton (clean and dry)Ruler or Straight EdgePencilScissorsSharpie […]
Building a Rainbow Garden and “Planting a Rainbow” by Lois Ehlert
April 8, 2026 Leave a Comment
After reading “Planting a Rainbow” by Lois Ehlert, bring the rainbow to life using colored craft sticks and matching paper flowers. Invite children to sort their flowers by color, then attach each one to the coordinating stick. It’s a hands-on way to reinforce color recognition and fine motor skills. The best part? No green thumb […]
Rice-Dyed Easter Eggs
April 1, 2026 Leave a Comment
Looking for a fun, low-prep Easter activity to do with the kids? This rice-dye Easter egg craft is a nanny favorite! This activity feels like a sensory game and art project in one. The shaking, rolling, and surprise patterns make it exciting every time. Also see how to make Easter eggs with shaving cream or […]
Clothespin Easter Eggs
March 25, 2026 Leave a Comment
Little ones will love making these Peek-a-boo Clothespin Eggs I found on the One Little Project web site. The kids in my care were excited to see the chick play “peek-a-boo” when the egg opens and closes with a clothespin. It turns a simple craft into an interactive toy, sparking imagination, fine motor skills, and […]
Saint Patrick’s Day Sensory Bottle
March 4, 2026 Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about a holiday you can shake! Little kids will love this Saint Patrick’s Day sensory bottle idea from Pocket of Preschool filled with rainbow-colored pom poms, glittering gold coins, and tiny beads which turns festive fun into a calming, hands-on experience kids can’t resist. It’s simple to make, mesmerizing to explore, and […]
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