Christmas Tree Pom Pom Activity

Egg carton Christmas tree craft decorated with pom poms, labeled “Christmas Tree Pom Pom Activity” from Parenting Chaos.

This Christmas tree pom pom activity is a festive favorite around here. Kids think they’re just decorating a tree, but they’re getting tons of fine motor practice. A giant egg tray becomes the tree, and colorful pom poms become the ornaments that fit right into each cup. Ages 2 to 5 Prep 20 minutes plus … Read more

Nature Color Scavenger Hunt

nature color scavenger hunt for kids

Kids love adventures, and this is one of the easiest. Grab an empty egg carton and some markers and you’ve got a color scavenger hunt. Kids hunt for colors in nature and match them to each cup, and suddenly every leaf, rock and flower is exciting. Ages 2 and up Prep 10 minutes Where Yard, … Read more

Exploring Dental Health with Slime

How to Brush Your Teeth Slime Activity

Every February the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsor’s National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness and education on oral health. Since this month is dental health month, this week we have been exploring taking care of our teeth and dental hygiene for kids with this fun “How to Brush Your Teeth” Slime Activity! This … Read more

Penguins…penguins…Penguins!

egg carton penguin craft for kids

This egg carton penguin craft is super easy and affordable to create. I love being able to use recyclables in my projects because it teaches my kids to think creatively and to use items over and over before discarding them. These Adelie Penguins are also a very versatile craft that is easy to weave into … Read more