Alright, I'm feeling rascally this morning. So I want to know- why do you want to do crafts with your kids? Do you want to do crafts? Or do you just feel like you're supposed to want to them? Because I feel like I'm supposed to want to watch my kids play soccer. I have tried to be excited [...]Continue Reading
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Is it OK if my child just wants to do the same craft over and over?
In short, my answer to this is yes. If your child is captivated by a particular arts and crafts activity and wants to repeat it again and again this might be just what their brain needs for learning. Here's why, and here's how to change it up a little and spark further creativity with your [...]Continue Reading
Make Creating with Kids Easy by Gathering This Basic Kit
Many parents who want to be creative with their kids are limited by organization and time. Here's one way to solve that: Make a Basic Kids Craft Supply Kit In order to make creating creating with kids easy, gather these basic supplies all in one spot (A basket or box near where you usually do [...]Continue Reading
BIG Art- Tips for Creating with Kids
Creating BIG art with kids- When it comes to making something *together* with your kids, is bigger better? One of my goals with my kids has been for us to take time to collaborate on art together. All too often, this has created a situation where we’re each irritated and feel like everyone is [...]Continue Reading
The Truth About Crafting with Kids
Practice Makes Perfect When Creating Together I think many of us have visions of how it will be to do crafts with our kids. (Cue the dream sequence music...) We'll all sit around the table working on our creations. Each of us will have a smile on our faces as we quietly paint, glue and [...]Continue Reading
Spring Crafts for Kids Featured on Kids Get Crafty
Below I am featuring my favorite Spring Crafts from the Kids Get Crafty Link Up plus this is your chance to link your own crafts and browse the others linked below! Each week I look forward to seeing what kind of crafty things you share with us. So- are you looking for Easter craft ideas? Would [...]Continue Reading