I love introducing creative projects to children and watching how the projects grow and expand with each child's curiosity and imagination. I have two requirements for creative projects: they need to be straightforward, and they should use materials I have readily available. There are ideas all over the internet, but having many ideas in one place takes the Google rabbit hole out of the equation when you are looking for a quick activity. The book I have returned to many times over the years is The Best of Making Things by Ann Sayre Wiseman. The book was first published in 1973, but it has stood the test of time. Perhaps the fact that it was created in the '70s is what makes it so good. The ideas are simple and straightforward. They use items you likely have around the house, and foster expansion and further creativity. This is a perfect book for this time, especially with summer break upon us.
Here are some ideas for today with links, but they can also be found in the book:
I hope your Friday includes moments of wonder and a fun creative project.
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AuthorWelcome! My name is Heidi. I am a mom of two daughters, one dog, and one rabbit, and wife to one guy. I have been a homeschool mom for thirteen years – the first ten in Chicago and the last three in St. Louis. I am glad you found your way here! Archives
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