Kids Mothers’ Day Ideas

/in /by

Simple and Sweet Toddler Bird FeederMake a homemade, three dimensional Mothers’ Day card this year with just a few simple craft supplies!

Fold a horizontal piece of paper or card stock in half. After your kiddo writes a special note inside, get ready to make the cover of your card 3D!

Color or paint a few popsicle sticks green and glue them down as flower stems. Then cut some tissue paper squares to add as petals. Feel free to recycle any old, crumpled tissue from your last purchase — the added texture makes the petals look even cuter.

For a more personal touch, grab some stamp pads and add little finger prints as the petals. Kids (young and old) will love the creative process and Grandmas are guaranteed to swoon!

Simple & Sweet Bird Feeder

/in /by

Simple and Sweet Toddler Bird FeederThis is one of those times when playing with your food is completely acceptable! Let’s make a bird feeder so simple & sweet, even the littlest family member will be able to join in on the fun.

Gather a handful of cereal Os into a bowl. Then take a pipe cleaner (or piece of twine or string) and let your little ones practice threading the Os onto it. Strengthen fine motor skills, practice counting in different languages, and maybe even sneak a snack together. Older kids will enjoy this activity too by bending the pipe cleaner into unique shapes or letters.

Lastly, twist the two ends of your bird feeder together so it can hang easily. Finding the perfect spot for your feeder on a nearby tree or shrub is almost as much fun as creating it!

Cinco De Mayo Toddler Shakers

/in /by

Cinco De May ShakerHappy Cinco De Mayo Moms!

Here is a way to have some fun with the little party animals in your house by making this homemade Cinco De Mayo shaker!

First, decorate a paper bag. We used paint and confetti, but you can also stick with crayons and stickers for a less messy option. Next, fill your bag with small treats or toys. Just remember to stay away from tiny objects that can be a choking hazard for wee ones. Then, tie your bag closed. We used a pipe cleaner and even added a popsicle stick as a mini handle. But a plain band or twist tie will do the trick too.

Now it’s time to shake it! Listen to the “music” and watch the toddler joy follow. For even more fun, break open your shaker like you would a pinata, and dig in to the treats inside!