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Disguise a Turkey Mermaid
Does your child love mermaids? Create this Disguise a Turkey Mermaid this year during the fall season!

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Have you ever disguised a turkey? There are several different ways to disguise your turkey! If your child loves Ariel from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, then this turkey disguise is great for you!

The Disguise a Turkey idea comes from the book, Turkey Trouble.

Turkey is in trouble. Bad trouble. The kind of trouble where it’s almost Thanksgiving . . . and you’re the main course. But Turkey has an idea–what if he doesn’t look like a turkey? What if he looks like another animal instead? After many hilarious attempts, Turkey comes up with the perfect disguise to make this Thanksgiving the best ever!

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This Thanksgiving holiday, disguise a turkey as a mermaid with this easy craft.

This project is perfect to keep your little ones entertained while you try to finish up the last-minute cooking preparations.

This craft also is popular in schools as a fun at home project that kids can create and bring back to share with the class.

Disguise a Turkey Mermaid

Supplies:
- printable turkey template
- fishbowl beads
- 2 small clam shells
- glittery foam paper
- seashell confetti
- red yarn
- crayons
- glue
- craft paint
Directions:

Print a turkey template.

Cut out the turkey. Color if desired.

Paint the shells with desired color and set aside to dry.

Cut a mermaid tail out of the foam paper. Glue to the turkey body.

Color the feathers of the turkey a desired color to match the mermaid.

Glue yarn pieces to the turkey’s head to represent the mermaid’s hair. Add seashell confetti.

Place beads above the mermaid tail for added decoration.

Glue seashells on the turkey’s body to represent the mermaid’s top. Set aside and allow to dry completely.

Display when complete!
November 4, 2024
Printable Fall For Jesus He Never Leaves Handprint Art

Printable Fall For Jesus He Never Leaves Handprint Art

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September 27, 2024
Cutest Pumpkin in the Patch Handprint Art Printable

Printable Cutest Pumpkin in the Patch Handprint Art

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September 3, 2024
Printable Fall Leaf Coloring Pages (3 Sets)

Print and color these Fall Leaf Coloring Pages this fall season to display in your home or classroom this year! There are 3 sets to choose from.

Printable Fall Leaf Coloring Pages #1

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Printable Leaf Coloring Pages #2

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Printable Fall Leaf Coloring Pages #3

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September 3, 2024
Milk Jug Pumpkins Halloween Craft
These Milk Jug Pumpkins are fun to make and great to display for Halloween! Create this easy craft with the kids this year.

Last week, I posted about making these adorable and easy Milk Jug Ghosts.

This week, I wanted to tell you about the Milk Jug Pumpkins we made!

Ideas for Scary Pumpkin Faces

When I made the ghosts last week, I purchased flameless tea lights thinking they were white. When I got home and tried them out, my Milk Jug Ghosts were orange. I didn’t like that and thought that the light would look better in pumpkin milk jugs.

We saved more empty water jugs (you can use clean milk jugs, too) as well as empty laundry detergent pod containers and made these adorable Jack-o-Lanterns!

>>> Creative Pumpkin Crafts <<<

I ended up finding some white flameless LED votive candles after all, so now I have a mix of Milk Jug Ghosts and Milk Jug Pumpkins!

Milk Jug Pumpkins

Supplies:
- Empty water or milk jugs (or other empty white containers)
- Black Sharpie marker
- Orange LED flameless tea lights
- X-ACTO Knife *for the parents only!
Directions:

Draw a pumpkin face on the side of the milk jug with a marker. (If you need ideas, go here!)

*Parents only! Cut out a square in the bottom of the back of the milk jug with an X-ACTO knife.

Place the flameless LED candle inside and display at night!

Pumpkin Face Ideas

Jack-o-lantern Faces

30 Pumpkin Face Bundle

Pumpkin Faces

Pumpkin Face Bundle

More Halloween Ideas:

Create these Milk Jug Ghosts to display with your Milk Jug Pumpkins above!

Print this FREE Printable Pumpkin Activity Pack! Design a pumpkin, trace the pumpkin, cut and rearrange the pumpkin, connect the dots, complete a maze, and work on a puzzle!

Print our free pumpkin template for this fun Pumpkin Counting 1-10 activity!

Create Jack-o-Lantern Oranges to display this Halloween!

Create this mason jar pumpkin craft this fall season. Place a flameless LED candle inside and watch it light up!

Looking for more pumpkin crafts? Don’t forget to check out our list of 10+ Creative Pumpkin Crafts to create this year.

Kids will enjoy creating Vampire Blood in a Bottle! Draw fun faces on your bottle and display these at your home this Halloween!

Create a Spooky Spider out of black pipe cleaners! These adorable spiders with googly eyes are great to set around your home (or stick in sticky spider web for decoration!)

These Vampire Doughnuts are great for a school Halloween party or a tasty morning treat on Halloween for the kids!

Do your kids love making slime as much as mine do? Try this orange crunchy Halloween Slime Recipe Without Borax.

Pumpkin Shaped Pizza Pockets are fun to make a tasty! Allow the kids to help with this fun recipe this year.

If you are having a classroom party this year, here are a few Halloween Party Favor Ideas to give to the kids!

Looking for the perfect costume for a girl this year? Dress as a princess! Here are Princess Halloween Costumes for Girls that are worth investing in this Halloween.
September 3, 2024
Free Printable Jack-o-Lantern Alphabet Candy Corn Game
The Halloween season is synonymous with candies, costumes, and pumpkins.

Why not combine the thrill of the festivities with a fun educational twist?

Introducing the Jack-o-Lantern Alphabet Candy Corn Game – an engaging way for your little goblins to learn their uppercase letters!

Candy Corn Crafts & Activities:
What’s the Game?

This printable game is designed with a cheerful jack-o-lantern who’s eager to be fed some delicious candy corns.

But, these aren’t just any candy corns.

Each piece boasts an uppercase letter of the alphabet, creating a delightful way for children to familiarize themselves with letters.

How to Set It Up:

Print the Jack-o-Lantern and Candy Corns: Start by printing out the jack-o-lantern and its array of lettered candy corns. It’s best to use card stock for durability.

Cut & Craft: Once printed, cut out the jack-o-lantern and its wide, welcoming mouth. Additionally, cut out the candy corn letters.

Prep the Container: Grab an empty container and glue or set the jack-o-lantern on it. Ensure you align the cut-out mouth of the pumpkin with the opening of the container. I found that a small plastic Tupperware container worked well for this activity.

Ready to Play: With container bag prepped, it’s time for the fun part! Have your child identify a letter on the candy corn and “feed” it to the jack-o-lantern by placing it inside the mouth.

Benefits:

Letter Recognition: It’s a hands-on way for children to familiarize themselves with uppercase letters.

Hand-Eye Coordination: Physically placing the candy corn into the container provides an added dimension of fine motor skill development.

Engaging & Seasonal: The Halloween theme makes learning captivating and timely.

Tips for Durability: Considering children’s natural enthusiasm (and occasional rough play), it’s highly recommended to laminate both the jack-o-lantern and the candy corn pieces. This ensures that your game withstands multiple uses and can even be passed down to younger siblings or friends.

Turn the Halloween season into a learning fest with this delightful Jack-o-Lantern Alphabet Candy Corn Game.

It’s not only festive and fun but also a fantastic way to help kids grow in their letter recognition.

So, print, play, and let the spooky educational fun begin!

Note: While the game highlights uppercase letters only, you can always get creative and expand on this idea to incorporate lowercase letters or even numbers.

Jack-o-Lantern Alphabet Candy Corn Game
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Frequently Asked Questions:

What age group is this game suitable for?

The game is primarily designed for preschoolers and kindergartners who are just getting acquainted with uppercase letters. However, older children can enjoy the activity as a fun Halloween-themed game too.

Do I need any special equipment to set this up?

Apart from a printer to print the game components, scissors for cutting, and possibly a laminating machine for durability, no other special equipment is required.

Can I use this game to teach lowercase letters too?

The provided printable focuses on uppercase letters. If you wish to teach lowercase letters, you can use the concept and create a similar version for lowercase letters.

How long does it typically take to set up the game?

Depending on your crafting skills, it can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes to cut, glue, and set up the game. If you choose to laminate the pieces, add a bit more time for that.

Can this game be played in a group setting?

Absolutely! This can be a great group activity for a Halloween party or a classroom setting. Children can take turns feeding the jack-o-lantern or even quiz each other on the letters.

What if my printed candy corns get lost or damaged?

Since you have the printable file, you can easily print out replacement candy corns as needed. Laminating them will also help prevent wear and tear.

Can I modify this game for other learning concepts?

Of course! The concept is versatile. You can create your own printable candy corns with numbers, shapes, or even words. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination.

Is it safe for toddlers?

While the game is fun and colorful, always supervise toddlers during play if you plan to incorporate real candy corn pieces in this activity in any way. Having a small bowl of candy corn treats can be a great reward incentive to use while playing the game.

Where can I find more educational games like this?

Stay tuned to our blog! We often share seasonal and educational printables and game ideas for children of all ages.

Can I share this game with friends and family?

Yes, you’re welcome to share this blog post with friends and family so that they can sign up to receive the free printable also.

We hope these FAQs cover any questions you might have about the Jack-o-Lantern Alphabet Candy Corn Game.

If you have more questions, feel free to drop a comment on the blog post, and we’ll be happy to help!
September 3, 2024
Milk Jug Ghosts Halloween Craft
Save your empty milk or water jugs! Create this Milk Jug Ghosts Halloween Craft this year to display around your home for Halloween.

My girls are at the age where they love to work on arts and crafts with me.

Recently, I found that we were throwing away so many useful items that could be turned into fun crafts — things like jars, toilet paper and paper towel rolls, containers, and more. Instead of being wasteful, we started turning our trash into creative treasures.

Paper Bag Ghost Luminaries

Milk Jug Ghost Faces

Ghost Crafts for Halloween

We go through milk often and milk jugs are a common household item that tend to make it into the recycle bins on a regular basis.

Milk Jug Pumpkins

We’ve also been going through nursery water jugs lately since my baby boy has moved on to formula.

The best part about these water jugs is that we don’t end up having to clean them out and they don’t end up smelling like sour milk!

If you have water jugs, I recommend using those for this Halloween craft, but if not, milk jugs work great, too — just make sure you wash them well before using.

Create Milk Jug Ghosts to use as a Halloween decoration this year with your kids with your used milk or water jugs!

This is a fun and simple craft to make with the kids and a very frugal activity, too.

We don’t purchase Halloween decorations anymore. Instead, I allow my children to help us make fun Halloween crafts to set around the house this time of year.

The best part about these crafts is the fact that you can literally toss them into the recycling bin when you are finished with them!

No need to save them and clutter up the house. Just bookmark this post and make them again next year with different faces!

Milk Jug Ghosts Halloween Craft

Here’s what you’ll need to make your Milk Jug Ghosts:

Halloween Milk Jug Ghost Materials
- Empty (and clean) milk or water jugs
- X-ACTO knife
- LED flameless tea light candles (small size)
- Black Sharpie marker
Directions:

1. Using a Sharpie marker, draw a ghost face on the side of the jug that has no label or writing. (You can find examples of faces at the end of this post.)

2. ***Step 2 for Adults only.*** Cut a small square opening using the X-Acto knife for the flameless candle on the opposite side of the jug at the bottom.

3. Turn on the flameless tea light candle and place it inside the jug.

4. Find a great place to display your Milk Jug Ghosts!
Milk Jug Ghosts Halloween Craft

Materials

Empty (and clean) milk or water jugs

X-ACTO knife

LED flameless tea light candles (small size)

Black Sharpie marker

Instructions

Using a Sharpie marker, draw a ghost face on the side of the jug that has no label or writing. (You can find examples of faces at the end of this post.)
***Step 2 for Adults only.*** Cut a small square opening using the X-Acto knife for the flameless candle on the opposite side of the jug at the bottom.
Turn on the flameless tea light candle and place it inside the jug.
Find a great place to display your Milk Jug Ghosts!
Looking for Milk Jug Ghost Faces? These ideas can help!

Ghost Faces

Ghost Faces

Ghost Faces

Ghost Faces
September 3, 2024