1. Gifts to Make for Boys

    Handmade Gift Ideas for Boys Whether you simply enjoy crafting or need to save some cash, it's fun to give something that has a handmade touch rather than buying yet…

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  2. Simple Popsicle Stick Chain Reactions

    Popsicle/Craft Stick Chain Reactions - Herringbone and Clever Levers Of all the craft materials we have ever purchased, I have to say that we have gotten the most bang for…

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  3. LOUD: Staying Sane in the Midst of a Hectic Household

    Our house is loud. Almost all the time. It's not that the kids are obnoxious (well, most of the time), but with five of them, it's just busy and hectic…

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  4. Pattern Activities for Preschoolers and Kindergartners

    Here are some simple pattern activities that are perfect for 4-6 year old's. With each of these activities, I challenged Owen (age 5) to try more difficult patterns by creating…

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  5. How to Make Sparkly Gold Slime

    We had some leftover supplies after making our gold playdough, so we decided to attempt some gold slime.  It's shiny, sparkly, and super stretchy! The boys like to stretch it…

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  6. Farm Sensory Play Activity for Preschoolers

    Create a farm sensory bin with a corn silo that really loads a tractor! Fall (and spring) are such fun times to learn about farms.  We have had fun this…

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  7. Swinging Nerf Targets

    Plastic cups make awesome Nerf targets, and when the cups are swinging, they're even more fun! We have LOTS of random PVC pipe pieces in our house and garage from…

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  8. Alphabet Bingo Game

    Here's a fun game that is perfect for preschool or kindergarten - Alphabet Bingo! Add in a fun snack as a prize for people who get a bingo, and you…

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  9. Going Beyond "Just Ignore It:" Strategies for Handling Sibling Fighting

    "MOM!  Make him get out of my chair!" "It's my turn to be in this chair!" "No it's not!  You were in it last time! Today is my turn!" "You're…

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  10. Tin Foil River Outdoor Water Play

    One of the very first things I pinned on Pinterest was a tin foil river.  I have often wondered if this activity would actually be worth it.  Does this actually…

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