When I was a kid, I always kept my crayons nice and neat. I kept them in the exact order as they first appeared in the box. I colored at an angle so the point was always nice. Once I got down far enough, it was time to rip some paper, it was time for [...]

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Have a budding paleontologist at home? Give them a dinosaur dig! Start by getting a dinosaur model kit. They make some really neat wooden ones. Most craft or hobby stores will have them. I’ve seen them from time to time at the Dollar Tree also. Count how many pieces you have so you know that [...]

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Finger painting is lots of fun for kids. They love the ooey-gooey feels as the paint oozes through their fingers. The first two recipes are cooked and need adult help while they are being made. The third recipe is one the children can make all by themselves. Be sure to have lots of heavy paper [...]

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Every father wants to spend some quality time with their kids. One great way to do that is by watching a movie together. Give dad a movie that features a wonderful dad and the true gift will be the time you spend together. Wrap up a movie, some bags of microwave popcorn and you’re set! [...]

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Father’s Day is this Sunday, so it’s time to get crafty! Here is a card and gift idea. Take a piece of construction paper or card stock and fold in half to make a card. Pour some finger paint onto a paper plate. Take a paintbrush and cover each child’s palm or with the paint. [...]

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As I mentioned, it a rainy day. Our girls beg to play outside, even in the rain. I have tried to bring a little outdoor fun inside for them on days like this. For your own little indoor, no sand sandbox you will need: A large plastic storage tub ~ 22″L x 15″W x 12″L [...]

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Okay, so the knead play on words in the title is corny, I know! I just couldn’t help myself. It looks like it will be hot and stormy today. Sounds like a great day to stay in and make some fresh batches of play dough. The first recipe is the one I usually use. It [...]

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My kids are stuck in a breakfast rut. I’m tired of dishing up the same food each morning so I went looking for new twists on breakfast and found the banana dog! Ingredients A waffle or pancake or hot dog bun Banana, peeled Peanut Butter Jelly Take the waffle, pancake or bun and spread on [...]

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Have bored kids at around backyard pool and sprinkler? Here are some ideas for fun and games while playing safely around the water. Over the River All that’s needed for this game is a water hose. Hold the hose low to the ground and children line up to jump over the hose. After each round [...]

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Jump rope and keep cool this summer! No jump rope for this game? Make one! For a homemade jump rope, just cut a 10-foot piece of cotton clothesline. Then, hand the children tall plastic tumblers or paper cups, and they’re ready to start the game. THE BIG SPILL Fill each child’s cup to the brim [...]

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