The month of December is so fun. There are so many ways to decorate. Adding some hair bows to your accessory collection is a great way to be festive everywhere you go. This Reindeer Hair Bow tutorial will walk you through the steps to make a hair … [Read more...]
Christmas Crafts for Kids: Popsicle Stick Reindeer Craft
In the days before Christmas when kids are at home and antsy for December 25th to roll around one way to keep them entertained is with Christmas crafts. This popsicle stick reindeer craft is easy to make. Add a magnet to the back and you have a … [Read more...]
Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea: Target Gift Card Teacher Appreciation Printable
Teachers are an essential part of a child's life. There are so many reasons to tell your children's teachers "Thank you" throughout the year. If you are thinking about teacher appreciation gifts and want something practical then a Target gift card … [Read more...]
Christmas Craft: Paper Plate Santa Perfect for Preschool and School Aged Children
It's time to start working on winter and Christmas crafts! Our holiday boxes are out and our living room is ready to be decorated. It's the most wonderful time of the year....it's true. This week's crafty post is Paper Plate Santa. This is … [Read more...]
Elf on the Shelf Printable Notes: Can Use as Lunchbox Notes Too
There is magic in the air. As our elves return from the North Pole you can add some merriment to the season with these Elf on the Shelf Printable Notes. They are a whimsical way to add fun to your child's day. There is even a customizable box that … [Read more...]
Gift Idea: Handprint Art with Oven Mitts
There is no doubt that children grow up too quickly. One of the best ways to capture them as children is with handprint art. An oven mitt is the perfect medium to paint onto. By creating seasonal works you will be able to cherish those tiny, … [Read more...]
Christmas Craft: Girl Scout Ornaments Using a Silhouette Machine
It is fun being a Girl Scout troop leader at Christmas time. I have a troop of 15 girls in 3rd and 4th grade and this is our second year together. Last Christmas I made the girls reindeer hair bows but this year I was more comfortable with my … [Read more...]
Print this Elf Returns Letter With Instructions to Donate Toys
December 1st marks the arrival of many elves as part of the Elf on the Shelf tradition. Put some pizzazz in your elf's return with an Elf Returns letter. Last year our elf brought a very cute note announcing her arrival. This year she shook things … [Read more...]
Elf Returns from the North Pole Letter
The Elf on the Shelf tradition is one that we started a few years ago. Over the years I have learned a few things about our elf and I love sharing those things with you. An Elf Returns from the North Pole letter is a fun way to kick off this yearly … [Read more...]
Keep Kids Busy in November: Thanksgiving Word Scramble
The month of November is so much fun. The leaves are falling, the weather is crisp, and the cooking is yummy. Sometimes we go a little stir crazy in the fall because it may be a little too chilly or rainy to head outside to play. It is possible to … [Read more...]
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