Category: kids activities
Messy Art and Cave Paintings – A Simple Art Activity for Kids
Someday, I plan to sign my kids up for an actual summer camp. Someday . . . but not this summer. We were going to start summer camp this year. There’s a nature center near us with an amazing outdoor program. Unfortunately, they raised their age limits this year, and my youngest still isn’t older…
Make Geology Fun: 6 Fascinating Science Activities for Kids
Ready to dig into geology? Teach kids about rock identification with these science activities.
Can a Rock Grow? – Digging into the Rock Cycle
How do rocks change? Find out with this engaging, informative, and easy-to-read introduction to the rock cycle!
Friend or Foe? Learning not to be scared of spiders
Many people assume that spiders are largish, fast, rather hairy, and inclined to chase people. In reality, most spiders are relatively small and shy. We’re huge compared to a spider, so they just want to stay out of our way! Learn about spiders with these picture book recommendations.
Naturally Punny Valentines for Kids
Are your kids looking forward to sharing hearts and Valentine cards this year? Here’s a set of printable cards featuring tree-themed puns. Guaranteed to bring your kids TREE-mendous fun! This set includes five different pages with different sizes and layouts, so you can pick the size and version that works best for your kids. Are…
Deck the Halls with Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids
Need to add some holiday cheer? You can make these paper Christmas trees using a couple pieces of construction paper and some glue.
Caught in the doldrums? Try this fun mapmaking project!
Most of the time our maps are a grid of roads on a screen. Still, maps are still an essential tool, and anyone can enjoy learning more about how they work. This project turns map-making can be a fun activity for kids, especially when it’s paired with some fantastic picture books!
