mom • crafts • family fun & traditions • kids crafts
When we had a family of 10 visit recently, it was challenging to find activities that all the children would love. After several days at home, I decided to organize a fun craft project that everyone would enjoy. And that’s when it hit me, I wanted to get everyone outside to do a project on the driveway. I bought blank white canvases from Wal-Mart and vibrantly colored paint. We laid the canvases out on the driveway and the creativity …
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Tapping Into Your Inner Creativity With Kim Demmon of @TCreativeBlogsmy world • moms making a difference
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Thank goodness education isn’t all about homework. Lots of learning happens through play, exploration, and discovery. And this week’s giveaway will help your kids do just that—learn while having fun!
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Five lucky winners
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Double the amount you prepare for dinner tonight and take half of it to a lonely neighbor.
Date: Wed., February 29
Time: 2-3 p.m. ET
Book: 365 Manners Kids Should Know
