Ever wonder what supplies you need to keep in your activity closet to ensure that you’re ready for any last-minute activities or events? We’ve shared 7 important supplies that you should always have on hand for activities with your group. … Read More
DIY Patterned Rubbing Plates & Watercolor Resist Art
A super easy and budget friendly way to create rubbing plates requires some basic supplies, a flat work space and some drying time! This is a great way to explore color and texture using just a few materials that will … Read More
DIY Winter Holiday Themed Doll Pin Crafts
Wooden doll pins are perfect for all kinds of DIY craft activities. They are a great basic, budget friendly craft material to have on hand to make a variety of painted characters. They are the perfect size for ornaments, cute … Read More
Baby Jesus Adore Him Ornament Craft
If you’re looking for a Christmas themed activitiy for Sunday School, Bible School or any other religious group, this Baby Jesus craft ornament is such a cute idea. Create this project in just 5 easy steps. It can also be … Read More
Pumpkin Themed Activities For National Pumpkin Day
With National Pumpkin Day approaching on October 26th, be sure to have a few fun pumpkin-related activities for the senior residents of your nursing facility. Here are 5 pumpkin-themed crafts or games to have on hand. Pumpkin Toss Do your … Read More
5 DIY Coaster Crafts To Decorate
Try these 5 DIY coaster craft ideas with your creative group for no fail fun. DIY coasters make great practical craft projects that you can actually use when finished! Coasters are also perfect gift giving crafts that can be personalized … Read More
How To Make A Galaxy Themed Sensory Bin
Objective: Creating simple sensory activities based on a theme Suggested Materials: Rice Color Splash Acrylic Paint (black, blue, purple) Sensory Bin Glow-in-the-Dark Paint Paint Brush Glitter star beads Glow-in-the-Dark Star beads (from our Halloween bead assortment) Glitter Alpha Beads Glow-in-the-Dark … Read More
Fun DIY Kits for Your Senior Residents
Are you looking for a few fun projects that your senior residents can make? If so, then consider using these DIY kits that include easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and are really fun for your residents to create, for either personal use … Read More
Catch Me If You Can – Elementary PE Activity
I’m Chrissy Mason and I teach health and physical education at Linkhorn Park ES in Virginia Beach. We have large group sizes and aim for activities that keep our kids moving. Catch Me If You Can works on manipulative skills … Read More
Poetry & Writing with Texture & Color – Classroom Lesson Plan
Objective: To visually enhance poetry and writing through texture and color Ages: 5+ Time: 20-45 minutes (writing varies) Grades: Kindergarten + Materials: Masking tape Paint Paintbrush Sponges Construction paper (or oak tag paper) Scissors A great activity for any season! … Read More
