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Time Saving Classroom Resources
Do you love Mickey and Minnie? We do! Materials: -black stiff felt sheet (sold in sheets at craft store) -black knit fabric (think t’shirt fabric) -red ribbon -Mickey pattern (or cut one out with one large circle and 2 small ones) -glue gun Directions: 1. Cut out your paper pattern and hold it in place […]
Can kids use glue guns? Yes, they actually can. With careful demonstration, practice, and adult supervision, your kids can do some of these awesome projects too. I love to use my glue gun for all craft projects, including our favorite Scrabble Magnetic Board. Supplies: Low Temp Glue Gun Safety First – Adult supervision is required […]
Honestly, I thought this was a “craft fail”…. but my kids love it! They’re excited about playing Tron and gathering other neighborhood kids together to whack each other with a frisbee play. Supplies: Dollar Store Frisbee (we used a free one from vacation), black primer, and contact paper. Directions: Trace and cut hole, peel and stick contact […]
The first time I made this, I went wild and added a lot of food coloring! It looked great, but lasted on our driveway almost the entire summer!! This time, the paint lasted 2 weeks and then the rain washed it away. We used it to make a semi-permanent four square court and bases for kickball. […]
Here’s a simple flower you can make for Teacher Appreciation Week, Easter, Mother’s Day, a little girl, or a new baby! Best part – they’re inexpensive to make, your kids can help, and you get to use your glue gun! This was inspired by the flowers on Too Much Time, she has a great tutorial on how to […]
Is the classroom teacher or special family member having a baby? This DIY book of advice is perfect! Why not ask for some advice from the little people (students) in your child’s life. My friend Bernadette remembered a book we made years ago and wanted to recreate it. She asked for some sample questions and promised to […]
