1. Build a Marble Run with Craft Sticks

    Of all the many marble runs we've built over the years, this is our new favorite!  Simple materials and sturdy construction make it a WIN for a wide variety of…

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  2. Build a Nerf Dart Shooter

    Here's a DIY toy that is a whole lot of fun! Turn PVC pipe into a super powerful Nerf dart shooter! We have been having so much fun playing with…

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  3. Make a PVC Pipe Water Shooter Toy

    Here's a fun idea for a water shooter toy that can be made out of PVC pipe! We have had SO much fun playing with this homemade water shooter.  It's…

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  4. Make a Shoebox Foosball Game

    Upcycle a shoebox into a homemade foosball game! It's World Cup time, so it's a great time to make this soccer craft. In the interest of keeping things simple and…

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  5. Build a LEGO Race Track for Hot Wheels Cars

    We are having so much fun being a part of LEGO® week hosted by Toddler Approved! LEGO® Race lanes for cars - Release all the cars at once! The boys…

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  6. How to Build a Water Balloon Launcher

    A water balloon launcher is a great project for a hot day! For a couple of summers we've been wanting to figure out how to make a really awesome water…

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  7. Build a Marble Run with Pipe Insulation

    Homemade marble runs are one of our favorite things to build!  Aidan and I recently built a marble run out of foam pipe insulation, cable ties, duct tape, and a…

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  8. Sensory Play with a Funnels and Tubes Pegboard

    Vinyl tubing, funnels, and a pegboard make a GREAT sensory play station! Owen (4.5) and Jonathan (2) adore any type of sensory play.  Pouring, scooping, digging - they love it…

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  9. Family or Classroom Postal Service: Encourage Writing by Sending Mail!

    I am SO excited to share this idea with you because it's such a fun way to develop writing skills while strengthening relationships and encouraging kindness at the same time!…

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  10. Kindness in Action: Devotions for Families on Loving God and Loving People

    My boys are not really into Valentine's Day - all the hearts and mushy stuff is not exactly up their alley!  But as I was thinking ahead to February, I…

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