Category: Kids Crafts & Activities

  • Paper Bag Pumpkin

    Paper Bag Pumpkin

    Looking for an adorable, easy pumpkin craft that doesn’t require any carving? Look no further than the Paper Bag Pumpkin!

    This is a great project for kids of all ages and can be made in just a few simple steps.

    Plus, it’s perfect for decorating your home this fall. Gather up some supplies and get started today!

    How do you make a pumpkin out of a paper bag?

    If you want to make a pumpkin out of a paper bag, there are a few things you’ll need to do. First, open the paper bag.

    Once you’ve done that, you’ll need to put some newspaper or other filling material inside the bag to give it shape.

    Finally, you’ll need to decorate the outside of the bag to make it look like a pumpkin. You can use paint, markers, glitter, or anything else you can think of!

    Keep reading below to learn how to make your pumpkin out of a paper bag.

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    How do you decorate a paper bag pumpkin?

    Assuming you want to know how to decorate a paper bag pumpkin, here are some tips!

    You’ll need some supplies first: paint, markers, glitter, glue, and anything else you might want to use to decorate.

    Once you have your supplies ready, start by painting the pumpkin. You can either paint it one solid color, or get creative with stripes or patterns.

    Once the paint is dry, it’s time to add the details! Use the markers and glitter to create whatever design you like.

    You could make a jack-o-lantern face, or keep it simple with just a few dots or lines. Get creative and have fun!

    Finally, once you’re satisfied with your design, glue or tape everything in place. And that’s it! Your paper bag pumpkin is now ready to be displayed.

    Paper Bag Pumpkin

    Supplies:

    Directions: 

    Crumple up the paper.

    Open the paper bag. Place the crumpled paper into the bag and fill the bag about halfway down. 

    Close the bag. Twist the section that doesn’t have any paper around until you get a stem for the pumpkin. 

    Paint the bottom part of the pumpkin orange. Set aside to dry.

    Paint the pumpkin stem green. Set aside to dry.

    Use the green pipe cleaner to twist around the top of the bag to secure the bag. This will be the “pumpkin vines.”

    Use a thin marker or pencil and twist the pipe cleaner around the marker to give it the twirly shape.

    Attach the leaf sticker to the front of the bag where the vine is located. 

    Display the pumpkin!

    Paper Bag Pumpkin

    Paper Bag Pumpkin

    Materials

    • Brown paper bag
    • Orange craft paint
    • Green craft paint
    • Green pipe cleaner
    • Green foam leaf sticker
    • Paper
    • scissors
    • marker or pencil

    Instructions

    Crumple up the paper.

    Open the paper bag. Place the crumpled paper into the bag about halfway down in the bag. 

    Close the bag. Twist the section that doesn’t have any paper around until you get a stem for the pumpkin. 

    Paint the bottom part of the pumpkin orange. Set aside to dry.

    Paint the pumpkin stem green. Set aside to dry.

    Use the green pipe cleaner to twist around the top of the bag to secure the bag. This will be the “pumpkin vines.” Use a thin marker or pencil and twist the pipe cleaner around the marker to give it the twirly shape.

    Attach the leaf sticker to the front of the bag where the vine is located. 

    Display the pumpkin!

  • Printable Sea Animal Q Tip Painting Activity

    Print this FREE Sea Animal Q Tip Painting set to enjoy with the kids! This set includes a variety of Sea animal themed activity sheets to paint.

    Sea Animal Q Tip Painting

    Are you teaching a lesson or themed unit on sea animals? Print these free q tip painting templates to complete as a supplemental activity for your unit!

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    To complete these printables, you’ll need washable paint and q tips! Have your little one fill in each sea animal activity with their choice of paint using the q tip as a paint brush!

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    This printable activity sea animal sheet set includes a fish, octopus, dolphin, jellyfish, crab, clam, starfish, seahorse, turtle and a printable seaweed page!

    Supplies:

    • printer
    • printer ink
    • cardstock or printer paper
    • Q-tips
    • washable paint
    • painting aprons
    • paint palette
    • Q-tip Painting Templates

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      Directions:

      Download and print the free template.

      Pour choice of paint colors onto a paint pallet (or a paper plate works well, too).

      Dip the Q-tip into desired paint color.

      Dab the Q-tip onto each dot until every dot is filled in. Set aside to dry.

      Sea Animal Q Tip Painting

      Sea Animal Q Tip Painting

      Materials

      • FREE Printable Sea Animal Activity Set
      • Q-Tips
      • Washable Craft Paint
      • White Cardstock or Printer Paper
      • Optional: Painting Aprons and Paint Pallet

      Instructions

      Download and print the free template.

      Pour choice of paint colors onto a paint pallet (or a paper plate works well, too).

      Dip the Q-tip into desired paint color.

      Dab the Q-tip onto each dot until every dot is filled in. Set aside to dry.

    • Paper Bag Puppets

      Making paper bag puppets is a fun and easy way to entertain your kids. All you need are a few simple supplies and a little bit of imagination.

      Your kids can create their own characters and stories, or follow along with one of the many puppet shows available online.

      Get creative and have some fun with your kids today making these adorable puppets!

      You’ll find my favorite paper bag puppet printables below.

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    • How to Make Basic Slime With Borax

      How to Make Basic Slime With Borax

      Learn how to make basic slime with Borax! Borax is a common ingredient found in some slime recipes. This tutorial shows you how to make your own slime.

      How to Make Slime

      There are plenty of benefits to making slime!

      Not only is making slime a fun and satisfying activity, but it can also be used for educational purposes. Slime can help teach kids about science, math, and even art. Plus, it’s just plain fun to play with!

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      Benefits of Making Slime

      Here are some of the top benefits of making slime:

      It’s a great way to learn about science.

      Making slime is a great opportunity to teach kids about science.

      They can learn about the chemical reaction that occurs when slime ingredients are combined, as well as other scientific concepts like viscosity and elasticity.

      It’s perfect for practicing math skills.

      Measuring out slime ingredients is a great way for kids to practice their math skills.

      They can learn about measurement, fractions, and even basic chemistry concepts like slime pH levels.

      It’s a fun way to get creative.

      There are endless ways to customize slime.

      Kids can add food coloring, glitter, confetti, and more to make it their own. This is a great activity for promoting creativity and self-expression.

      It’s therapeutic.

      Slime is a great stress-reliever for both kids and adults. The tactile sensation of slime can help calm nerves and reduce anxiety. Plus, it’s just plain satisfying to squish and stretch!

      It can be used for educational purposes.

      Slime can be used as a teaching tool in the classroom. It can help kids learn about science, math, and even art. slime can also be used to teach kids about proper slime safety and storage.

      Making slime is a fun and rewarding activity for people of all ages. There are plenty of benefits to making slime, from the educational to the therapeutic.

      Different Ways to Make Slime

      There are different ways to make slime.

      The most popular method is to use slime recipes that use Borax or contact lens solution as the slime activator. In the recipe that I’m sharing with you today, we will use Borax!

      Other ways to make slime include using liquid starch, which is a common laundry aid, or using baking soda and glue.

      You can also make slime without any activator at all – just mix together some glue and food coloring!

      Get creative and have fun experimenting with different slime recipes.

      So what are you waiting for? Get slime-making today!

      What is Borax?

      Borax is a naturally-occurring mineral that has a wide range of uses. It’s commonly used as a household cleaner or an insecticide, but it can also be used in arts and crafts projects. Borax is safe to use around children and pets, and it’s relatively inexpensive.

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      How to Make Basic Slime with Borax

      Supplies:

      Bowl #1:

      Optional Slime Add-Ins:

      Bowl #2:

      • 1 tsp. Borax
      • 1 cup of water

      (Use slime storage containers to store your slime!)

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      Directions:

      1. In the first bowl, mix 1/2 c. glue and 1/2 c. water. Add food coloring.

      2. In the second bowl, mix 1 tsp. Borax with 1 c. water.

      3. Add mixture from the first bowl to the mixture of the second bowl and stir slowly. Slime will begin to form.

      4. After stirring, knead with hands until all slime has been made. There may be water leftover. Simply pour out the leftover water.

      Once slime has been formed, it’s playtime! Store slime in plastic zipper baggies to use for another time.

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      We made two different colors of slime including blue and pink. We were able to make two batches of slime and there was plenty of slime for both of the girls to play with!

      How to Store Slime

      Once kids finish playing with the slime, store the slime in slime storage containers!

      Check out how cool the slime looks! My oldest daughter was thrilled to see what she could do with her slime!

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    • Fluffy Unicorn Slime Recipe

      Fluffy Unicorn Slime Recipe

      This Fluffy Unicorn Slime Recipe is super cool and fun to make! This colorful recipe will keep your kids entertained for a while! Create your slime today.

      When I was a young girl, I collected unicorns. When I saw unicorns making a come back over the last few years, I was super excited, especially since I have two girls that love them, too.

      I collected ceramic unicorns as a child and can remember what they look like today. I no longer have them, but the memories are there!

      Now that my girls are older, unicorns are popular again. I’ve seen a variety of unicorn themed activities and products, from birthday parties, backpacks, and even unicorn crafts!

      Today, I’m going to be sharing a unicorn themed slime activity that you can create with your children. This beautiful unicorn is sure to be a big hit because of the beautiful colors and the steps from start to finish to create this piece of art!

      Check out these adorable slime sets while you are here:

      Fluffy Unicorn Slime Recipe

      Directions:

      • 1 cup Elmer’s clear glue
      • ½ teaspoon baking soda
      • Food coloring
      • 3 cups foaming shaving cream
      • 1½ tablespoons contact lens solution (containing boric acid)

      For the unicorn face:

      • Jumbo wiggly eyes

      Directions:

      The following recipe is the basic recipe for each color of the unicorn, including white:

      Empty the glue into a large mixing bowl. 

      Whisk in the shaving cream. 

      Add the baking soda to the glue mixture and stir to mix thoroughly. 

      If you are adding coloring, stir these ingredients into the glue mixture.

      Fold in the shaving cream.

      Add contact lens solution to the mixture and stir well. (Note: regular glue will require less contact lens solution than glitter glue. Add the contact lens solution slowly, mixing between additions, and add only enough to bring the glue together into a soft ball.)

      The slime will be sticky. Begin to play with the slime, kneading it as you would bread dough, to bring the slime together. The slime is ready when no longer sticky.

      To create the unicorn’s mane, add all colors together as seen below.

      To create the face of the unicorn, create a shape similar to the one below using the white slime. Save some white slime for the ears to add on later.

      Add the mane around the unicorn’s face.

      Using the remainder of the white slime, create the ears.

      Set the ears onto the face.

      Create the unicorn’s horn with the yellow slime.

      Place the unicorn’s horn on the head of the unicorn.

      Add the wiggly eyes to the face.

      Add the nose to the unicorn.

      Your unicorn is ready! Enjoy this beautiful slime activity with your family!

      How to Store: After playing with this slime, Fluffy Unicorn Slime Recipe is best if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator when not in use.

    • Benefits of Sensory Bottles

      There are many benefits of sensory bottles for kids. They can help kids to develop their sensory skills, and they can also be a lot of fun.

      Here are some of the benefits of sensory bottles for kids.

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      Benefits of Sensory Bottles

      Sensory bottles can help kids to develop their sensory skills.

      Sensory bottles are a great way for kids to develop their sensory skills.

      They can help kids to learn about different textures, shapes, and colors. Sensory bottles can also help kids to develop their fine motor skills.

      Sensory bottles can be a lot of fun.

      Sensory bottles can be a lot of fun for kids. They can shake them, turn them upside down, and see all the different things that are inside.

      Sensory bottles can also be used to create sensory experiences.

      Sensory bottles can help kids to calm down.

      Sensory bottles can be a great way for kids to calm down. They can help to provide a sensory input that can help to soothe and relax kids.

      Sensory bottles can also be used as a distraction from stimulating environments.

      Sensory bottles are portable.

      Sensory bottles are very portable, which means that they can be taken with you wherever you go.

      This is great for kids who need sensory input on the go.

      Sensory bottles are easy to make.

      You can easily make sensory bottles at home with just a few supplies.

      This is great for kids who want to have their own sensory bottles, or for parents who want to save money.

      Sensory bottles are a great way for kids to develop their sensory skills and have fun. There are many benefits of sensory bottles for kids, and they are easy to make.

      Sensory bottles can be a great addition to any child’s sensory toolkit.

      Check out my collection of sensory bottles!

    • Sea Animal Busy Books for Toddlers

      Busy books for toddlers are a fun and educational way to keep your little ones busy.

      These books are packed with activities, games! Today I’m sharing with you my favorite Sea Animal Busy Books for toddlers!

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      Under the Sea Coloring Pages

      From learning to count and identify different animals, to coloring pages and puzzles, these books will keep your toddler entertained for hours.

      Best of all, they’re a great way to introduce your child to the wonderful world of sea creatures.

      Busy books for toddlers make learning fun!

      Sea Animal Busy Books for Toddlers

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