A toilet paper roll. That’s the base behind these adorable little sesame street characters! Seriously, don’t throw those things away, guys! I don’t know about you all, but where we live, we are snowed in for the day. Heck, maybe even the week! So we’re doing a few crafts will we stay warm inside. Sesame … Read more
Today is Find A Rainbow Day! Lets make our own rainbow in a bottle! What you need plastic bottle food coloring water oil rubbing alcohol What to do Mix a different color for each liquid. Then layer the liquid into the bottle. (Water, Oil, Alcohol) Let your child explore the different colors and enjoy your … Read more
Are you looking for a fun and easy craft activity to do with your kids? Look no further than this DIY butterfly window hanging! This project is perfect for kids of all ages, and it is a great way to spend some quality time together while also creating something beautiful to brighten up your home. … Read more
Umbrella Craft Materials Paper towels Construction paper Water colors (or paint and water mixed) Paint Brush Cotton Balls Blue Crayon What to do Cut out the paper towel into the shape of an umbrella. Have your child paint the paper towel. While they are doing that cut out a piece of construction paper into the … Read more
What you need White Crayon White Construction Paper Tempura paint Water Paint brush What to do Draw a picture on white paper with a white crayon, press down hard. Mix 1 part Tempera paint and 3 parts water. Let your child paint over the picture to reveal a surprise!! Ask your child what they see
Today is April Fool’s Day! Let’s make some silly Animal pictures! What you need Magazines Scissors Construction Paper Glue Crayons What to do Look for pictures of animals in the magazines. Help your child cut out the animals. Then cut the animals in half. Glue the animals together on construction paper….but not with the correct … Read more
What you need Construction paper Scissors Finger Paint glue pencil What to do Trace your child’s left and right hands. Cut out 4 copies of the handprints (2 each) Cut out an oval shape for the Butterfly’s body Glue the handprints to each side of the oval (2 handprints on each side) Let your child … Read more
Breaking the Stigma: Understanding Autism National Autism Awareness Month caused me to reflect upon my first real encounter with individuals that I knew had Autism. (In other words, they actually had a diagnosis–I’m sure I had known several individuals on the Autism Spectrum that didn’t have a diagnosis.) I got a job as a supervisor … Read more