Grilling season is here and it’s time for picnics and barbecues by the dozen! Here’s a fun project to celebrate summertime that the kids will love. They can make up their own special condiments too, the sky is the limit! This makes a great homemade decoration for Memorial Day too! You will need: Paper plate […]
Kids are amazing makers—just load them up with craft supplies and let them go. Help your kids build their imagination with these fun project starters, all building off of a single recycled cereal box. Duct Tape Recycled Robot DIY Cereal Box Piggy Bank Cereal Box Monsters
Craft kits are a great way to entertain kiddos during the long days of summer. Here are four fun themed craft kits that contain great summer crafts and activities; decorated cereal boxes provide a portable container that helps organize craft supplies. Keep kids interested in their craft supplies by dividing them into kits, then rotate […]
Have your kids ever asked where rain comes from? This fun projects helps kids understand the water cycle and where water comes from. The U.S. Geological Survey has an in-depth kid friendly water cycle diagram that’s not only fun to look at, it’s also interactive! Kids can mouse around the different areas of the diagram […]
Developing large motor skills is one of the ways that children make the leap to fun activities like riding a scooter or kicking a ball. These craft activities will get then excited to play in ways that build big muscles! Pool Noodle Lightsabers Paper Cup Shakers Cereal Box Superhero Mask
Nothing says summer quite like watermelon! It’s beautiful color combination of pink and green has become an iconic symbol of warm weather and really, who doesn’t love watermelon on a hot day? Here’s another way that watermelon can cool you off… By keep the sun’s hot rays at bay! Shade your child’s face and help […]
Whether it’s a walk down a city sidewalk or a hike in the woods, now is the time to get outside and get moving. Keep your energy up for those long treks with this cereal box-turned-snack box filled with “campfire” gorp. Loop the snack pack around your belt buckle, wrist, or attach to your backpack. […]
Need a fun science activity that teaches air pressure and propulsion that the kids will want to do over and over? This is it! The steps: 1. Tie string to a hook or post. 2. Pull string taut. 3. Feed string through straw. 4. Blow up balloon. 5. Tape straw to balloon (without letting […]
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s… a watermelon? Here’s a fun and simple snack idea that everyone will love: a build-your-own watermelon pizza! Of course, it only looks like pizza! This cute snack is really made of fruit and Kix cereal. And the best part? Everyone gets to customize […]
Nature gives kids so many ways to practice observation skills, whether it’s an experiment that helps them understand how plant roots absorb water or helping provide shelter for bees. Check out these three fun activities that combine a love of nature with an appreciation for science! Food-Coloring Carnations Recycled Soda Bottle Terrarium Make […]