Backyard PVC Pumpkin Catapult
Every fall I take the boys out to the local pumpkin patch where we pick out festive holiday gourds…to launch across the field! This year we’re saving some cash — …
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Simple Catapult with Popsicle Sticks and a Spoon
Sneak some science into your play time! Mitch and I have been designing popsicle stick catapults lately and it’s been so freakin’ fun. (Check out more catapult designs here.) Design this …
Crafting Memories: DIY Popsicle Stick Photo Frames
Make this All American Frame with craft sticks painted Red, White and Blue Popsicle Stick photo frames are one of the simplest crafts your kids can master! All you need …
Tin Can & String Telephone: A Simple STEM Experiment
What transmits sound better: recycled soup cans or plastic party cups? Experimenting with tin can or plastic cup telephones can be a great boredom buster for kids! Kids growing up …
Super Cute Painted Rocks Your Kids will Love to Make
I’ve always wanted to make painted rocks with my kiddo, so the last time we went camping I packed an art box. (Ok, I always pack an art box when …
Super Easy! Recycle Tin Cans into Toys & Crafts
Are you stocking your pantry with tons of canned foods these days? I know we are! Save those cans from the recycle bin because they are a GOLD MINE of …
Shrinky Dink Crafts You Gotta Try with the Kids
Shrinkable plastic is an AMAZING craft medium! Draw whatever you want on it with permanent markers, pop it in the oven and PRESTO! It shrinks down to (about) a third …
Shrinky Dinks: Recycle Plastic VS Store Bought
We tested DIY Shrinky Dinks using plastic fruit packages Recently I saw one of those silly Facebook videos showing how “easy” it is to make your own “shrink charms” with recycled …