Do you have tons of random finger paintings or water colors from your kids that you just can’t fit on the frig anymore? Here’s a cute little project to turn your kid’s scribbles into a mini Picasso for pennies! All you need is some art from the frig, an empty snack box, scissors, tape and …
Crafts for Kids
Save your kids from boredom AND the electronics by keeping a go to summer list of fun things to do! I’m not saying that kids shouldn’t play with electronics all summer long, but they should have some variety. Having a list handy will help plan your day, your week or your whole summer vacation! Summer …
This year we get to celebrate all things Han Solo for May the 4th (be with you)! Yep, I can NOT wait for my favorite action hero of all time to make his way to the big screen this summer. Even if we’re not getting Harrison…it’s still Solo, Chewie and the Falcon.
It’s summer! Eeek! Have your kids turned into video zombies yet? It’s time to put up the tablets, hide the controlers and unplug (gasp!) the Netflix. If you’re itching to unplug your kids from the digital jungle and get them reading, creating and playing in the real world, then now is your time to shine! …
We love playing Minecraft around here, but we also like to take a break from our screen and get our hands dirty! Blending our favorite video game with real life arts and crafts is a great way to get your kids to step away from the digital world. At least for a little while. Mitch …
No, Yucandu is not an exotic island in the tropics…but it is just about as fun. And a little exotic. Yucandu is the ultimate crafty studio for kids and adults to make fun and funky art. Yucandu is an “open” art studio where you can wander in, grab supplies and get crafty! No experience required! …
Let’s talk old timey STEAM. Did you know that Victorian kids loved to make their own toys? We decided to make a really cool Victorian toy called a “Thaumatrope”. Oh, and if your kid has a hard time pronouncing Thaumatrope, just call it a wonder turner, from the Greek words wonder + turn. It’s an …
Looking for a fun indoor activity that involves a little less greasy food and a lot more culture? Then check out the Saint Louis Art Museum on any weekend for a hands on art program just for your kids! Wee Weekend The Wee Weekend is a totally free, totally fun art program just for pre-school …