This gift is almost a year old, yet it’s still new. How to make an art center. Last year, when my daughter was 5, she told me that she’s no longer interested in dolls. Frankly, she said she’s no longer interested in any of her toys and that they’re all babyish. Her new interest was…
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The Fun Menorah Project That’ll Occupy Kids of All Ages
Be amazed. This might look simple but children aged 1 ½ – 8 will be equally entertained while building this menorah project (while keeping the adults free to schmooze.) Every year, my family gets together for a Chanukah party and somehow I end up with the job called “figure out how to entertain 30 kids…
How to Fold an Origami Star and Be on Trend with the Kids
Your kids come home from school, and they absolutely need to know how to fold an origami star, the latest trend at school. Mom has no clue. We’ve got your back. Trends come and go so fast we moms have a hard time keeping up. Remember the fidget spinners? Yeah, we’ve still got a couple…
How to make a Mask with Paper Mache
Don’t throw out that mask! Here’s a paper mache project your kids can make to decorate their room They just rolled out of bed a bit later than usual. But after the whirlwind of the last few days, mom is not up to being the entertainer today. No prob. Get out yesterday’s mask, mix some…
Free Download! Everyone’s an Artist with Tu B’Shvat Paint-by-Number Pages
Kids and Adults! Create beautiful paint-by-number art in honor of Tu B’Shvat. You don’t have to be super artistic to sit down and spend some art time with your kids. Glass artist Abbey Wolin of Not 2 Shabby makes it easy with these paint-by-number pages in honor of Tu B’Shvat. One page is easier for…
8 Craft Ideas for Your Teens & Preteens
They’re way beyond paper, markers, and glue…let ‘em get crafting and create these cool craft ideas. It’s time to banish the phrase “I’m bored.” With some household supplies and these great craft ideas, you can keep your teen entertained for hours. Marble Stationery Got only plain boring paper? Want something that’s way more interesting? Make…
New Aleph Bais Coloring Pages: Free Download!
Did your kids love our Chanukah coloring pages? Let the fun continue with these free Aleph-Bais pages. Download today! Frame and enjoy them as DIY room decor you’ll WANT to hang up! When kids are confined to the indoors during the cold winter months, moms might hear, “I’m bored,” a little too often. Not today…if your…
How to Start a Basic Lanyard
Did you love creating lanyard bracelets as a kid? Did you call it Boondoggle or Scoubidou instead? No matter what you call it, your children will also enjoy it! I remember the camp days when we’d receive our lanyard strings…I always anticipated choosing the colors and then choosing which stitch I was going to create….
Just Add Crayons! Free Chanukah Coloring Pages Download
Your party entertainment is sorted with these Chanukah coloring pages! Stock up on crayons and the kids will be busy all evening long. It’s never been easier to entertain the kids, whether you want a special activity to bring in the Chanukah spirit, or add a special element to your party. Print these Chanukah coloring…
The Sukkah Decorations You DO Have Time to Create
Bring the outdoors in with this easy-to-create Sukkah decor. Seriously now, who has time for homemade Sukkah decorations? You do. These Sukkah decorations are so easy to put together yourself. Really. I know how busy you are this Yom Tov season, because, so am I. We are all scrambling to get our freezers stocked, our…
