Mother’s Day. I can almost hear the blood draining from Father’s faces around the globe as they scramble to get something together ‘from’ the kids because it’s been forgotten. Fear not men and women of the world, we have you covered! While Mother’s Day is one of the highest grossing holidays for people buying flowers,… Read more »
Three ‘Opposites’ Fine Motor Skill Activities
For children, and many adults, learning is most solidified when we can physically watch a demonstration or be able to do it ourselves. It is why when children learn to read and write, teachers use songs, actions and repetition for learning. The same is true for understanding words and concepts, in this case the notion… Read more »
Five Little Ducks & Mother Duck Craft
“Five little ducks” is a beloved nursery rhyme that both kids and parents enjoy listening to. And it’s a great way for little ones to practice counting down from five! They can use their fingers for counting, or make these five little duck puppets to play with while singing the song! Baby ducks (ducklings) really… Read more »
Mini Eggs Easter Cookies
Easter is the first real sign of spring here, when the first buds of green pop up on trees and the mornings become sunnier and warmer with each day that passes. The best thing about Easter is not only getting together with family for a big dinner, but the afternoons on the holiday weekend spent… Read more »
Rainstick Craft
Looking for something to do on a rainy day? So is Tobee! Make this easy rainstick craft to shake along to the beat. How will you decorate yours? Things you’ll need paper towel roll coloured construction paper 2 rubber bands aluminum foil rice scissors tape glue stick * Pre cut 2 square pieces of construction… Read more »
Bubble Wrap Rain Craft
It’s raining, it’s pouring! But that’s okay, because we want to stay inside and make this umbrella craft! Wee! This craft is perfect for a rainy day. It’s simple, but looks so good! You can dress it up as much as you like with decorations for your umbrella, or experiment with some rain clouds, but… Read more »
Right as Rain: The Water Cycle
Did you know that you can make it rain in your own kitchen? Here’s what you need: Plate Refrigerator Water Kettle First, put the plate in the refrigerator overnight. It needs to be nice and cold for this activity. With an adult’s help, fill the kettle with water and turn it on. When it starts… Read more »
Googly Eye Egg Heads
Springtime has arrived for the Northern hemisphere, here on planet Earth. The flowers are blooming and it is almost Easter! You may have your own Easter family traditions, things you may decorate your house with, food that you buy or bake at this time of year and probably, no matter where you are in the… Read more »
May Flower Umbrellas
This is a great indoor craft to brighten up a rainy day, and to help you remember what April showers bring! May flowers need lots of sunlight to grow, but first they need a lot of rain. We’re going to make a simple umbrella out of card stock, then learn two different methods of making… Read more »
Star and Moon Mobile
Let’s make a mobile! Mobiles are a beautiful addition to a child’s bedroom, and this one is lots of fun to make! This is a great project to do with your little one. There are a number of steps that will be for grown ups only, but there are lots of fun parts for the… Read more »
