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Peanuts snowman magnets
We’ve gotten lots of snow this winter, but we also have been sick and we’ve also had a few really cold snaps which leads to not much playing in the actual snow. I thought we should try and make a snowman that doesn’t melt. So we got shelled peanuts, mixed a bit of white glue with white paint and Nico painted the shelled peanuts one by one. When one was done he would pour salt over … Read entire article »
Kids on the Go! – Crossroad Village & Huckleberry Railroad, Flint, MI
It’s a bit late to catch this wonderful holiday time activity, but I wanted to share how much fun we (PlayDrMom) had at Christmas at Crossroads this year. Christmas at Crossroads is the holiday celebration at Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad, part of the Genesee County Parks in Flint, Michigan. Crossroads Village is “an authentic Great Lakes from the turn of last century with more than 34 historic structures and a thriving community to welcome you.” Different fun family activities are offered throughout the … Read entire article »
Filed under: English, Home, Kids on the Go
Winter Bucket List 2012/13
Inspired by Play Dr. Mom’s summer bucket list, we’ve decided to continue its spirit and put together a winter bucket list, so we can see how many of the 50 things we’ll be able to cross off by the end of winter First off Nico’s bucket items. Just like for summer, Valerie asked Nico what he wanted to do this winter and his first answer was: shovel snow. The boy knows his priorities! Nico’s list Shovel … Read entire article »
20 ways to have your toddler safely enjoy outdoor play in winter
Winter can be a wonderful season, with snow adding to the fun (obviously only if you live in a somewhat northern climate), and it is a great opportunity to spend time outside with your children. Here are some tips and inspirations to make the most out of it and at the same time to keep it safe and fun for everybody. Before even going outside you should make sure that you are well prepared. 1. Make sure … Read entire article »
Filed under: Activities, English, Home, Outdoors
Craft sticks snowflake
I’ve seen this online done many different ways, this is our version I use the sticks with a cut edge to make it more snowflaky but you can also use the regular ones or even smaller ones. I pre-glued the sticks the night before with tacky glue so they would be ready for him the next morning. He painted them all in white. The versions I’ve seen online call for glitter to be put on … Read entire article »
Filed under: Christmas, Crafts, English, Holiday Crafts, Home
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