Twitchetts https://twitchetts.com/ Creative, playful, inspired kids. Fri, 03 May 2024 15:53:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://twitchetts.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Squares-Sq_512x512-150x150.jpg Twitchetts https://twitchetts.com/ 32 32 How to Throw a Successful Kids’ Birthday Party at Home! https://twitchetts.com/2024/04/kids-birthday-party-at-home.html/ https://twitchetts.com/2024/04/kids-birthday-party-at-home.html/#comments Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:50:29 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19746 Over the years we have thrown some epic kids’ birthday parties! With each party, we learned a thing or two about how to throw a successful party at home. We have tons of creative DIY ideas to make your party decorations and activities budget-friendly. Tasty food, drink, and dessert inspiration. And some unique birthday party …

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Our best tips for planning and throwing a successful kids’ birthday party at home.

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Keys to Achieve a Successful Kids’ Party

  • An Epic Activity. We don’t want a bunch of bored kids…
  • Delicious Snacks. Every party needs some munchies!
  • Creative Party Favors. Did they leave with something they will use/want?
  • Flow. Did those kids have fun from start to finish?
  • The Perfect Theme. This pulls it all together!

Your party doesn’t have to break the bank to achieve all of these things! The best parties we have thrown over the years were very budget-friendly. We have lots of low-budget yet big impact ideas to share with you!

Tips to Throw a Kid’s Birthday Party at Home

The first thing you need when planning any kids’ birthday party is to pick a theme. It can be anything! We have all of our parties listed below to get you inspired! Then you need to get planning… there is nothing worse than everything landing on your plate at the last minute. If you are going to make your at-home party budget-friendly that is going to come with a bit of DIY. So planning ahead to is a must!

Birthday Party Activities

Take it up a Notch. To make a party successful you want to do things they love, but find a way to make it epic. If your kid’s favorite thing right now is bubbles then get everyone around blowing bubbles! Take dressing up like a princess to the next level by creating a giant princess castle to play in. Maybe some quick no-sew costumes for them to play their favorite characters. Bring that theme to life!

Summer Themed Birthday Celebration. Lots of fun party ideas!
No Sew PJ Masks Costumes for a fun PJ Masks birthday party or halloween!

Party Food Ideas

Feed the Kids. Start with what your kid would want to eat and then grow your menu around that. If their favorite food right now is box Mac and Cheese it’s OK to serve that! Maybe you can find a fun shape that goes with your theme.

Farm Animal Birthday Party. Decoration ideas, farm food, activity, and fun drinks!

Drink Stations. You can work a theme into your drink station by letting your kid pick flavors. Pick your pink lemonade or mix your moo. You can also add DIY-themed cups. We made ours for Minecraft with a template. Putting stickers on paper cups is fast and cheaper than buying themed cups.

Refreshing pink lemonade station. Summer party drink station. Let your guests pick their flavor of lemonade.

Quick Printables Ideas. Find your characters online to create signs, decorated skewers, or even cupcake toppers for your food table. Print on thick cardstock at home or order online at a local Staples/Office Max.

Justin Time Birthday Party-Activities, food, and decorations for a Justin Time themed party based off of the Netflix original show Justin Time Go

We are always our own worst critics! Fancy cakes are expensive! If you aren’t the best cake decorator that doesn’t matter. Adding a theme to a cake can be as simple as a couple of figurines or printables on cake-pop sticks. Your child will be happy to keep those decorations to play with later!

Farm Animal Birthday Party. Decoration ideas, farm food, activity, and fun drinks! Cake
DiY instructions to create cupcake toppers, cake decorations, and PJ Masks bracelets.

Working in your Party Theme

Favors can be used during the party! Have the party favors be props for your main activity or part of your decorations! This gives them 2 uses and helps the party’s memory live on long after it’s over.

There is something fun about rainbows.  Maybe it's the bright colors.  Maybe it's the comfort in the rainbow pattern.  Whatever the reason, rainbows make for fantastic activities and play based learning fun.  We've collected an assortment of fun free rainbow printables.  From learning shapes to reading, there is something for everyone. Sometimes you need something fun and quick to pass the time.  It doesn't need to last hours, just a quick 30 minutes while you're making dinner. Instead of watching your 100th episode of My Little Pony, try a free printable instead.  We've collected an assortment of fun free rainbow printables.  From learning shapes to reading, there is something for everyone.
Creating a Minecraft themed birthday party can be a lot of fun. This party had food, crafts, party favors, and an amazing party activity. Perfect for any minecraft fan, girl or boy!

Easy Themed Food. With access to the internet, you can print off (or order prints) of just about anything for your party. Adding characters to the ends of toothpicks or cake pop sticks is a fast, and affordable, way to add your party theme in another place for next to nothing.

DiY instructions to create cupcake toppers, cake decorations, and PJ Masks bracelets.

Stuff balloons with little toys. It’s a 2-man job, but you can add candy, toys, bracelets, and more themed prizes into balloons before blowing them up. It’s the excitement of a piñata for each kid! They can pop a balloon at the end of a Justin Time adventure. Use a sword to pop the balloon spider in a real-life game of Minecraft. We even had balloons at the end of our Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle training! Keep a few baggies with the toys to the side for any child who is too scared to pop a balloon.

Justin Time Party Activity for a Justin Time themed party based off of the Netflix original show Justin Time Go

Buy plastic tablecloths. They can be used for so many things!! The floor or doors to a castle. Dragon wings, curtains, giant arrows, obviously tables… They are cheap and big which is a win-win!

Dragons Race To The Edge party. A Netflix spin-off of How To Train Your Dragon. It was a fun dragon party that the kiddos loved at her birthday party
Justin Time Birthday Party-Activities, food, and decorations for a Justin Time themed party based off of the Netflix original show Justin Time Go

Birthday Party Flow

Move things around. When throwing a birthday party at home you may need to do a bit of rearranging. Weather permitting you can work with inside and out, but that isn’t always the case.

Think about how you want people to flow through your house and if you want to block anything off. We put post-it notes with giant Xs on the bedroom doors and any other “off-limit” spaces. A strategically placed table can block off a whole section of your house or at least keep the kids from running in circles… You may want to move your table up against a wall to allow people to walk around more freely. Get those extra chairs placed where people can relax (out of the way) and see what’s going on.

Farm Animal Birthday Party. Decoration ideas, farm food, activity, and fun drinks! Food Table
Lace and Pearls Birthday Party. Elegant first birthday with pink flowers and finger sandwiches. Perfect for a girl 1st birthday party.

Create a Timeline. Have something for guests to do when they arrive. You don’t want everyone waiting around for the last person to show up. This can be something simple or part of your main activity later. Like coloring jerseys for a scoreboard. Or having a photo-op in a summer selfie booth.

Summer Themed Birthday Celebration. Lots of fun party ideas!

Plan Ahead. The biggest tip I have for having a successful party is to get organized, plan ahead, & break things apart. On the day of the party no one knows what you didn’t do… so give yourself some grace and enjoy the day!

Check out our Easy Party Planner! This planner contains step-by-step guidance to help you plan and create an unforgettable party that your kiddo will love. It also includes 9 worksheets designed to help you get organized and feel in control of your event.

* Printable details:
13-page E-book on planning kids’ parties.
9 Pages of party planning worksheets and checklists
Just need the worksheets? You can buy them here: https://twitchetts.etsy.com/listing/529858939

Easy Party Planning Guidebook-Get the help you need to plan your next kids' party. Party Planning can be easy with this simple guide. Includes 9 pages of party planning worksheets to help. Everything from planning the menu to the party decorations, the party theme to the fun activity.

Brainstorming the Perfect Party Theme

Party Themes. Everything can be pulled together with a fun party theme. They can be seasonal, character-based, colors, really anything goes. We talk a lot about how to brainstorm this if you are stuck in our ebook.

In each party we have listed below you can find fun activities, food, decorations, and more. Many can be “theme-swapped” so even if you’ve never watched Justin Time, maybe a stick horse would fit in a cowboy-themed party!

Kids' Birthday Party Inspiration

Minecraft

Start saving your cardboard boxes! We cut and painted tons of them for this epic Minecraft party!

Farm Animal

You don't have to spend a lot to have a cute farm animal theme!

TMNT

A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles party wouldn't be complete without some fun Ninja training!

PJ Masks

There are so many fun DIY projects to keep the budget low.... many that can be theme-swapped easily!

Princess

It's amazing how you can transform cardboard into you daughters perfect princess castle!!!

Party Planner

-Are you afraid you don’t have the time to create a party that your child will never forget?
-Would you be interested in a guide that walks you through the planning process so that you’re not scrambling to get organized?

* Printable details:

13 Page Ebook on planning kids parties.
9 Pages of party planning worksheets and checklists

Monster

When they are little there is no need to overdo it! Check out how a couple of little details can be enough for your little ones party!

Sports

Does your kid love ALL the sports? This fun party will be a hit!

Justin Time

Whether you have watched the Netflix show or not... This party was full of exciting activities!

Summer

The decor and drink station for our summer themed party could be used to brighten up any party!

Dragons

Picking a memorable activity, like a dragon race, can really take your party up a notch!

Pearls & Lace

A few little DIY projects to set up an elegant 1st birthday celebration.

Kids Party Theme Roundup

Still not set on a theme? Here is over 50 more ideas!!!

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These printable rain activities for preschoolers are perfect for your rain preschool theme. It could be a stand-alone April showers theme or a lesson during your weather theme. Either time, you’ll be able to use one of these printable activities.

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Rain activities for preschoolers

Rainy weather happens everywhere. Teaching kids about rain is a great preschool theme.

These rain printables are a great way to help teach your kids about rain. April is a great time to talk about rain, since April showers lead to May flowers. (which lead to pilgrams…)

Each of these rain coloring pages and activities are great for some indoor fun.

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Ways to use these printable activities

These printables can be used in a variety of ways.

  • Create rain themed stations
  • Add them to other weather activities.
  • Set them out for morning work.
  • They make a great rainy day activity
  • Perfect for at school or in your living room.

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Rain Themed Printables

These rain coloring pages and activities are perfect for preschoolers.

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Bookmarks

Help your kids reach their reading goals with this collection of rain bookmarks.

* Printable details:

  • 5 full-color bookmarks
  • 5 coloring page style bookmarks
  • Bookmarks are 2"x7"
  • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.

Coloring Pages

Kids and adults love coloring pages. This collection is perfect for young kids.

* Printable details:

  • 6 coloring pages
  • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.

Matching Game

Play a fun round of memory with this printable game. A cute rain cloud on one side and fun rainy day objects and themes on the other.

* Printable details:

  • 4-page full-color set
  • 4-page set with black and white matching side
  • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
  • Please make sure you can print on both sides of your paper.

Mini Coloring Book

This one-page coloring mini-book is great for throwing into a busy bag or putting into a station.

* Printable details:

  • 1-page coloring book
  • link to folding instruction video
  • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.

Easy Puzzle

A simple puzzle that reveals a rainy day scene. Each piece can be glued down to the included grid. Great for working on fine motor skills.

* Printable details:

  • 1-page puzzle
  • 1-page grid for puzzle assembly
  • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.

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Our Favorite Craft Supplies

These craft supplies are perfect for crafting with young kids. Each one is a staple in our craft bin.

  • Construction Paper – One of our favorite craft supplies.
  • Cardboard – Perfect for using up all those boxes you get in the mail!
  • Craft Sticks or popsicle sticks – A classic staple, use them in your craft or to mix paint.
  • Kid-Friendly paint – Kids love to get messy! Check out our favorite tips for painting with young children.
  • Googly Eyes – You can literally add them to any project and it instantly becomes cuter.
  • Tissue Paper – We always have this on hand. Buy it new or use or save it from birthday parties and holidays.
  • Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Rolls – A great way to recycle your paper tubes is to use them in crafts!
  • Paper Plates – Grab this party supply to create fun crafts.
  • Contact Paper – We use this a lot to create suncatcher crafts
  • Pipe Cleaners – Their bendy and hold their shape, which makes for some fun creating!
  • Coffee Filters – This inexpensive item is fun to create with.
  • Pom Poms – Fluffy and always fun.
  • Egg Cartons – Recycle these into fantastic crafts!
  • Puffy Paint – Makes great snow!!
  • Paper Bags – Using this recycled supply is a fun way to make puppets.

Other printables for kids you may enjoy

Check out these other fun printables that you may enjoy.

  • 3D Rainbow – Teach the colors of the rainbow with this fun paper craft template.
  • Adam and Eve – These printables are great for teaching this Bible story.

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]]> Teacher Appreciation Week Printables: Easy & fun https://twitchetts.com/2023/04/teacher-appreciation-week-printables.html/ Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19650 These teacher appreciation week printables are a great way to show your child's teacher just how special they are. Teachers work hard all year long and the end of the school year is a great time to share how much they are loved. Grab one (or all!) of these gift tags to pair with a fun gift for your favorite teacher.

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These teacher appreciation week printables are a great way to show your child’s teacher just how special they are. Teachers work hard all year long and the end of the school year is a great time to share how much they are loved. Grab one (or all!) of these gift tags to pair with a fun gift for your favorite teacher.

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Teacher Appreciation Week Printables

By the end of the school year, our teachers have done a lot. May 8-May12, 2023 is National Teacher Appreciation Week. It usually falls on the first full week in May.

These gift tags and signs are a great way to honor these wonderful men and women who dedicate their lives to teaching our kids.

Each tag is designed to go with small gifts. There are enough to give a gift each day of the week.

Whether you are gifting your kids’ teacher on your own, or you are part of a PTO that is organizing a gift for each day of teacher appreciation week to honor your wonderful teachers. You can find a gift idea for your needs.

Grab the digital download of your choice. You may need a hole punch for a few of the tags. Pair them with a great teacher gift, and maybe add your teacher’s name to the tag. And you’re good to go!

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Ways to use these printable gift tags

These meaningful gifts are great for teachers or for a school staff appreciation week.

  • Fill the entire week with thoughtful gifts.
  • Gift a gift to special teachers and staff. Don’t forget your librarians and bus drivers.
  • Surprise your Sunday School Teacher
  • Have your child write their name or a heartfelt message on the tags for a personal touch

Pin this collection of easy teacher gift tags

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Teacher Appreciation Printables

These tags and signs are perfect for pairing with some thoughtful gifts.

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Coffee Sign

Thanks a Latte for Everything You Do

Sign

*Gift Ideas:

  • Set up a coffee bar for your staff.
  • Gift your teacher their favorite coffee drink.
  • Give them a Starbucks gift certificate

    Cookie Tags

    Thanks for Making our Kids Such Smart Cookies

    4 Tags per page

    *Gift Ideas:

    • Set up a cookie station in your teacher's lounge
    • Gift your teacher some homemade cookies.
    • Give them a Crumbl Cookie gift certificate
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    Donut Tags

    Donut Know What We'd Do Without A Teacher Like You

    6 Tags per page

    *Gift Ideas:

    • Set up a donut station in your teacher's lounge
    • Gift your teacher some delicious donuts or pastries.
    • Give them a gift certificate to a local donut shop
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    Flowers Tags

    Thanks for Helping Our Kids Grow

    4 Tags per page

    *Gift Ideas:

    • Fill your teacher's lounge with beautiful flowers.
    • Place a bouquet on your teacher's desk.
    • Swap flowers with unique houseplants or succulents.
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    Pens Tags

    Thanks for Being An INK-credible Teacher

    4 Tags per page

    *Gift Ideas:

    • Set up a school supplies bar in your teacher's lounge for them to pick and choose their favorite pens and supplies
    • Gift your teacher a package of their favorite pens.
    • Give them a gift certificate to Amazon or their favorite Office Supply store.
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    Sandwich Sign

    There are No SUB-stitutes for Teacher Like You

    1 page sign

    *Gift Ideas:

    • Set up a sub sandwich station in your teacher's lounge
    • Gift your favorite teacher a sandwich lunch
    • Give them a gift certificate to the local sub shop.
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    Wine Tags

    Time to Wine Down for the Weekend

    2 Tags per page

    *Gift Ideas:

    • Gift your teacher their favorite bottle of wine and pair it with some chocolate candy.
    • Give them a gift certificate to their favorite happy hour spot.
    • Host a thank you cocktail hour for the staff.

    Please make sure your school policies allow these types of gifts.

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    ]]>         4 Adam and Eve Printables that teach the Bible Story to kids https://twitchetts.com/2023/03/adam-and-eve-printables.html/ Thu, 30 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19625 These Adam and Eve printables will help you teach this important Bible lesson about sin and forgiveness. From coloring sheets to games, there is a printable that young children will love to use. They are perfect to use in your Sunday school classroom or at home.

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    These Adam and Eve printables will help you teach this important Bible lesson about sin and forgiveness. From coloring sheets to games, there is a printable that young children will love to use. They are perfect to use in your Sunday school classroom or at home.

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    Adam and Eve Printables

    These fun Adam and Eve printables are perfect for sharing this familiar Old Testament Bible story. Because the book of Genesis isn’t always the easiest chapter for young learners to understand, printables are the perfect addition to your storytime.

    This collection of activities focuses on the Biblical story of sin and forgiveness. Choose from religious coloring pages, a matching game, puzzles, and more! Because the graphics we use are consistent across the pdf files, Sunday school teachers will have an easier time using them.

    Kids, especially preschoolers, will love learning the Adam and Eve story with these activities. Because even the best lesson plans can use some fun Bible games.

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    When to create these easy religious printables

    These are great activities to print during spring. Here are some fun ways to use them.

    • Sunday School class activity
    • During VBS
    • Add them to your church’s busy bags
    • Print them for kids to do during your Bible study
    • Use them as activities during a road trip
    • Play with them at home
    • Create fun stations in a Christian preschool classroom.
    • Turn them into a file folder game

    Pin this collection of easy kids activities

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    Printable Adam and Eve Activities

    Choose from a bundle of printables or pick the one that best suites your needs.

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    Bundle and save money. This printable pack includes all of the printables listed below.

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    Story Cards

    Use these cards to teach the bible story. From the Garden of Eden to salvation. The story of Adam and Eve is told in a kid-friendly way.

    * Printable details:

    • 2-page full-color set.
    • 2-page coloring book style set
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
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    Mini Coloring Book

    This one-page Bible story coloring min book is great for throwing into a busy bag or passing out to your children's ministry students.

    * Printable details:

    • 1-page coloring book
    • link to folding instruction video
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
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    Adam and Eve Coloring Pages

    Kids and adults love coloring pages. This collection helps to tell the story and is fun for all ages. Color the tree of knowledge, the sly serpent, and more.

    * Printable details:

    • 6 coloring pages
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
    Photo Credit: Twitchetts

    Matching Game

    Play a fun round of memory with this printable game.

    * Printable details:

    • 4-page full-color set
    • 4-page set with black and white matching side
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
    • Please make sure you can print on both sides of your paper.

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    Our Favorite Craft Supplies

    These craft supplies are perfect for crafting with young kids. Each one is a staple in our craft bin.

    • Construction Paper – One of our favorite craft supplies.
    • Cardboard – Perfect for using up all those boxes you get in the mail!
    • Craft Sticks or popsicle sticks – A classic staple, use them in your craft or to mix paint.
    • Kid-Friendly paint – Kids love to get messy! Check out our favorite tips for painting with young children.
    • Googly Eyes – You can literally add them to any project and it instantly becomes cuter.
    • Tissue Paper – We always have this on hand. Buy it new or use or save it from birthday parties and holidays.
    • Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Rolls – A great way to recycle your paper tubes is to use them in crafts!
    • Paper Plates – Grab this party supply to create fun crafts.
    • Contact Paper – We use this a lot to create suncatcher crafts
    • Pipe Cleaners – Their bendy and hold their shape, which makes for some fun creating!
    • Coffee Filters – This inexpensive item is fun to create with.
    • Pom Poms – Fluffy and always fun.
    • Egg Cartons – Recycle these into fantastic crafts!
    • Puffy Paint – Makes great snow!!
    • Paper Bags – Using this recycled supply is a fun way to make puppets.

    Other Bible stories you may enjoy

    We are in the process of building up our collection of Bible printables. If you are teaching the story of Adam and Eve, you may be interested in these activities too.

    Don’t miss our full collection of Bible crafts for kids.

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    ]]>         5 Easy printable Easter story activities for Sunday school kids https://twitchetts.com/2023/03/printable-easter-story-activities.html/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19593 Teach the true story of Easter with this collection of printable Easter story activities for Sunday school. From coloring pages to story cards. There are plenty of ideas that help your kids get excited about scripture this Lent.

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    Teach the true story of Easter with this collection of printable Easter story activities for Sunday school. From coloring pages to story cards. There are plenty of ideas that help your kids get excited about scripture this Lent.

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    Printable Easter Story for Sunday School

    These fun Easter printables are perfect for sharing the good news of Easter with kids. Sunday school teachers will love having them available to use during story time.

    This collection of activities focuses on the Biblical Easter story without an Easter bunny in sight. Choose from religious Easter coloring pages, a matching game, puzzles, and more!

    Kids, especially preschoolers, will love learning the true meaning of Easter with these activities. Because even the best lesson plans can use some fun Bible games.

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    When to create these easy religious printables

    These are great activities to print during spring. Here are some fun ways to use them.

    • Lent Sunday School class activity
    • During VBS
    • Add them to your church’s busy bags during Holy week
    • Pass them out after Palm Sunday, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, or Good Friday services
    • Print them for kids to do during your Bible study
    • Use them as activities in an Easter weekend car ride.
    • Play with them at home
    • Create fun stations in a Christian preschool classroom.
    • Pair them with an empty tomb craft

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    Printable Easter Activities for Sunday School

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    Bundle and save money. This bundle includes all of the printables listed below.

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    Easter Story Cards

    Use these cards to teach the bible story. From Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem and the last supper to his crucifixion and resurrection. The story of Jesus is told in a kid-friendly way.

    * Printable details:

    • 2-page full-color set.
    • 2-page coloring book style set
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
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    Bookmarks

    Coloring page style bookmarks that are great for Easter baskets, busy bags, and more! Choose from different levels of difficulty, so that you can give them to little kids or older students.

    * Printable details

    • 1 page with all 5 bookmarks
    • 5 pages with 1 bookmark per page - perfect for teachers!!
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
    • Bookmarks are 2" x 7"
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    Mini Coloring Book

    This one-page Gospel story coloring book is great for throwing into a busy bag or passing out to your children's ministry students.

    * Printable details:

    • 1-page coloring book
    • link to folding instruction video
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
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    Puzzle

    Attach this simple puzzle to craft sticks or magnets or just assemble as is.

    * Printable details:

    • 1 page with 4 puzzles in black and white
    • 1 page with 4 puzzles in full color
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
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    Matching Game

    Play a fun round of memory with this printable game.

    * Printable details:

    • 4-page full-color set
    • 4-page set with black and white matching side
    • Prints on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.
    • Please make sure you can print on both sides of your paper.

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    Our Favorite Craft Supplies

    These craft supplies are perfect for crafting with young kids. Each one is a staple in our craft bin.

    • Construction Paper – One of our favorite craft supplies.
    • Cardboard – Perfect for using up all those boxes you get in the mail!
    • Craft Sticks or popsicle sticks – A classic staple, use them in your craft or to mix paint.
    • Kid-Friendly paint – Kids love to get messy! Check out our favorite tips for painting with young children.
    • Googly Eyes – You can literally add them to any project and it instantly becomes cuter.
    • Tissue Paper – We always have this on hand. Buy it new or use or save it from birthday parties and holidays.
    • Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Rolls – A great way to recycle your paper tubes is to use them in crafts!
    • Paper Plates – Grab this party supply to create fun crafts.
    • Contact Paper – We use this a lot to create suncatcher crafts
    • Pipe Cleaners – Their bendy and hold their shape, which makes for some fun creating!
    • Coffee Filters – This inexpensive item is fun to create with.
    • Pom Poms – Fluffy and always fun.
    • Egg Cartons – Recycle these into fantastic crafts!
    • Puffy Paint – Makes great snow!!
    • Paper Bags – Using this recycled supply is a fun way to make puppets.

    Other Bible stories you may enjoy

    Looking for Easter eggs and other crafts for younger children, check out our full collection of Easter crafts for kids.

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    ]]>         How to make a Square Knot Bracelet with Hemp https://twitchetts.com/2023/01/hemp-square-knot-bracelet.html/ Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19535 Learn how to make a hemp square knot bracelet with this video and tutorial. Tweens, teens, and adults will love creating this hemp bracelet. Use a basic knot to create this amazing bracelet with beads. Then give them away as handmade gifts or wear them to school!

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    Square Knot Bracelet

    This hemp bracelet tutorial is a fun pattern that uses beads. Watch the video or follow the step-by-step instructions to learn how to make one.

    Hemp bracelet with beads. Text reads "Hemp square knot bracelet"

    Friendship bracelets are a great craft for kids of all ages. They are perfect for tweens because they can make their own and then give all the cute crafts to their friends.

    This design uses the square knot the whole way. The knots wrap around strategically placed beads.

    The jewelry in this tutorial has a medium skill level. Once you have mastered it, try this flower bracelet for more of a challenge.

    You can use this bracelet craft in several ways.

    • Give them to a good friend.
    • Hang them from your backpacks
    • Use them as gift wrap ribbons.
    • Pass them out as handmade Valentines.
    • Make them at a sleepover.
    • Create them during a summer road trip.
    • Braid them as a summer camp activity.
    • Make them during an elementary school class party

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    Knots used in this hemp tutorial

    To create this necklace you should be familiar with the square knot.

    If you are not comfortable with this technique, head over to our basic friendship bracelet knots tutorials. There you will learn 5 of the basic bracelet knots including the backward knot and square knots.

    No time to make this bracelet with beads? Pin it for later!

    If you’re currently in planning mode, that’s ok! Pin this to your favorite Pinterest board. That way you’ll be able to grab instructions when you’re ready!

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    Ways to secure hemp jewelry while you’re making them

    To get really good results, you want to make sure that the bracelet is secure while you’re creating the knots. Here are a few ideas for securing your string.

    • Use a binder clip to secure it to a flat surface.
    • Place a pillow on your lap and safety pin the floss to the pillow.
    • Clip the hemp onto a clipboard.
    • Use masking tape to secure it to your work surface.
    Yield: 1

    Square Knot Hemp Bracelet with Beads

    Hemp square knot bracelet

    Create a hemp bracelet with beads using a simple square knot design. We breifly go over the a square knot in the tutorial, but if you aren't familiar and need more instruction head to the full square knot tutorial.

    Active Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Difficulty Easy

    Materials

    • Thin Hemp - 12" for center string
    • Knotting Hemp - 8x of wrist + a few inches. (8x+)
    • Beads
    • Button

    Tools

    • Scissors
    • Clipboard or Safety Pin to hold your project while working.

    Instructions

    1. Take the knotting hemp and fold it in half leaving a loop at the top. Tie off with the center string. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    2. Make sure the loop is big enough for the button to slide through. Adjust now if needed. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    3. Put all of the beads onto the center string. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    4. Tie off the center string so they don't fall off while you're working. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    5. Using the knotting hemp, start creating square knots. Take the left string under the center and over the string on the right. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    6. Take the string on the right, up and through the loop created on the left. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    7. Pull the side strings while holding the center string in place. work the knot to the top of the center string. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    8. To complete the square knot, take the string on the right under the center then over the string on the left.
      Then pull the left string through the loop on the right.
      We will only be using the square knot in this bracelet. If you need more instruction for the square knot head to our square knot tutorial. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    9. Once you have created a few square knots, slide up the first bead. When making the first knot after the bead, make sure to pull the side strings tight to help hold the bead in place. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    10. Continue making square knots and beads, make sure to keep the number of knots between each bead even if you want to create a center for your design. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    11. Check the length of your bracelet, and make sure to leave space for the button. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    12. When you are happy with the length, slide the button on the center string and pull all 3 strings together. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    13. Tie off the 3 strings and pull the knot as close to your button as needed. Pull the knot nice and tight. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    14. Trim off any extra hemp. In process image of a Hemp square knot bracelet
    15. Try on your bracelet! Hemp square knot bracelet with beads

    Notes

    You will have extra hemp when you are finished. I like to have enough to manuver my knots. Once you get your bracelet size down you can adjust the length of hemp you use to your preference.

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    ]]>         61 Fun Farm Crafts for Preschoolers to Make or Play With https://twitchetts.com/2023/01/farm-crafts.html/ Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19527 These adorable farm crafts for preschoolers are great for creating during your or farm classroom themes. Choose from construction paper crafts, simple paper plates, or fun recycled ideas. There is a project that is perfect for your child. Make them in your classroom, at a birthday party, or at home with your family.

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    These cute farm crafts for preschoolers are great for creating during your or farm classroom themes. Choose from construction paper crafts, simple paper plates, or fun recycled ideas. There is a project that is perfect for your child. Make them in your classroom, at a birthday party, or at home with your family.

    Images of farm crafts.

    Farm Crafts for Preschoolers

    These fun farm crafts are so much fun for little kids to create! There are projects for various skill levels, but most preschoolers will enjoy making them or playing with the finished craft.

    There are lots of different farm animal crafts, barn projects, and tractor creations to choose from.

    Because these simple crafts use a lot of classic craft supplies, like construction paper, toilet paper rolls, and paper plates, they are easy to create with groups.

    Farm-themed craftivities complement preschool themes all year long!

    Crafting is a wonderful way to work on basic skill building, like fine motor skills, cutting practice, simple shapes, and more.

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    When to create these easy farm arts and crafts

    These are great crafts to create all year long. Here are some fun ways to use these simple projects.

    • Create them for a preschool farm theme or lesson plan.
    • Pair them with a fun song, like Old MacDonald
    • Create them after visiting a local farm.
    • Decorate your classroom during.
    • Use them to help you read farm books, like Little Blue Truck
    • Make them at home while you’re stuck inside during the winter months.
    • Create an easy pig craft on National Farmer’s Day (October 12th)
    • Use them as an activity during a farm birthday party.

    Our Favorite Craft Supplies

    You can’t make a cute without the right supplies.

    These craft supplies are perfect for crafting with young kids. While not each of them is used in the crafts below, they are all staples in our craft bin. If you don’t have any on hand, that might be ok. Take a look at the craft first to see whether or not you need them.

    • Construction Paper – One of our favorite craft supplies.
    • Cardboard – Perfect for using up all those boxes you get in the mail!
    • Craft Sticks or popsicle sticks – A classic staple, use them in your craft or to mix paint.
    • Kid-Friendly paint – Kids love to get messy! Check out our favorite tips for painting with young children.
    • Googly Eyes – You can literally add them to any project and it instantly becomes cuter.
    • Tissue Paper – We always have this on hand. Buy it new or use or save it from birthday parties and holidays.
    • Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Rolls – A great way to recycle your paper tubes is to use them in crafts!
    • Paper Plates – Grab this party supply to create fun crafts.
    • Contact Paper – We use this a lot to create suncatcher crafts
    • Pipe Cleaners – Their bendy and hold their shape, which makes for some fun creating!
    • Coffee Filters – This inexpensive item is fun to create with.
    • Pom Poms – Fluffy and always fun.
    • Egg Cartons – Recycle these into fantastic crafts!
    • Puffy Paint – Makes great snow!!
    • Paper Bags – Using this recycled supply is a fun way to make puppets.

    Pin this collection of easy kids crafts

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    Cute Farm Themed Crafts

    Find the perfect tractors, barns, or farm animal crafts for your preschoolers to create and explore.

    Farm Animal Crafts

    Animals make a farm come to life. These barnyard animals are great for kids of all ages.

    Paper Pig

    This paper pig becomes 3D with an easy technique.

    Supplies:
    Construction Paper
    Marker, Pencil, etc
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    27 More Pig Crafts

    Fine more piggy inspiration with this collection of craft ideas.

    Stick Horse

    This hobby horse can be made with dollar store supplies.
    Supplies:
    Oven Mitt
    Yarn
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    5 More Hobby Horse Tutorials

    Kids love riding around on stick horses. Find the tutorial that is right for you!

    Photo Credit: www.craftsonsea.co.uk

    Paper Plate Cow Craft

    An easy paper plate craft that kids will love to make.

    Supplies:
    Paper Plates
    Pink Paper
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.housingaforest.com

    Paper Plate Sheep Craft

    The shredded paper gives this sheep a fun texture.

    Supplies:
    Paper Plate
    White Shredded Paper
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: iheartcraftythings.com

    Goats

    This goat craft helps build scissors skills!

    Supplies:
    Paper Plates
    Brown Paint
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: artsycraftsymom.com

    Donkey

    Grab the template and then make this donkey with various craft supplies.

    Supplies:
    Template
    Grey Felt, Construction Paper, or Craft Foam Sheets
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Paper Turkey

    This paper turkey is great for a Thanksgiving party or decorating the kids table.

    Supplies:
    Construction Paper
    Googly Eyes
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    8 More Turkey Crafts

    These turkey crafts are great for Thanksgiving or a Farm party.

    Photo Credit: www.thecrafttrain.com

    Chicken craft

    Use geometric shapes to create an adorable chicken and her chicks.

    Supplies:
    Construction Paper
    Glue Stick
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: laughingkidslearn.com

    Rooster

    Use the template to turn a party fan into a unique rooster.

    Supplies:
    Colored Paper
    White Paper Party Fan Decoration
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.craftymorning.com

    Paper Plate Duck

    This duck craft is super cute and easy to create.

    Supplies:
    Yellow Paint
    Paper Plate
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.lookwerelearning.com

    Coffee Filter Dog

    I love how coffee filters give your kids that perfect circle to create with.

    Supplies:
    White Basket Coffee Filter
    Construction Paper
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.firefliesandmudpies.com

    Cat Craft

    You can't have a farm without a cat! This paper cat is ready to chase mice!

    Supplies:
    Cat Template
    White Cardstock
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Barn Crafts for preschoolers

    Nothing screams farm more than a big red barn. These crafts are great for promoting pretend play.

    Photo Credit: kidsactivitiesblog.com

    Paper Plate Red Barn

    A fun crat that kids can play with afterwards.

    Supplies:
    Red Paint
    Paper Towel
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: buggyandbuddy.com

    Printable Farm Activity

    Print this activity to go with your farm theme.

    Supplies:
    Farmhouse Template
    Scissors
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co

    Cardboard barn

    Make this barn for your kids to play with.

    Supplies:
    Square Cardboard Box
    Paper Towel Roll
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: crayonboxchronicles.com

    Craft Stick Barn Craft

    Kids will love playing with this barn craft.

    Supplies:
    Popsicle Sticks
    Red and White Acrylic Paint
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.lookwerelearning.com

    Paper Barn

    This paper barn would make a wonderful farm theme decoration.

    Supplies:
    Colored Craft Paper
    Scissors
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: seevanessacraft.com

    Cardboard Box Barn

    Let your kids play IN this barn!

    Supplies:
    Large Cardboard Box
    Masking Tape
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Tractor Crafts for preschool kids

    These tractor arts and crafts are great for younger kids.

    Photo Credit: homeschoolpreschool.net

    Craft Stick Tractor

    This is a simple craft for kids to make.

    Supplies:
    Green Popsicle Sticks
    Yellow Buttons
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: funhandprintartblog.com

    Footprint Tractor

    Capture those toes with this adorable footprint art.

    Supplies:
    Paint
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Photo Credit: craftulate.com

    Tractor Track Prints

    Let your kids create with his farm-themed process art project.

    Supplies:
    Craft Foam
    Lint Roller
    Check out the tutorial for a full supply list.

    Other fun crafts you may enjoy

    You may enjoy some of these other easy crafts for kids!

    Please share this collection of farm projects.

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    ]]>         55 Cute Bear Crafts for Preschoolers to make https://twitchetts.com/2022/12/bear-crafts.html/ Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19519 These adorable Bear Crafts for preschoolers are great for creating during your bear themes. Choose from construction paper crafts, simple paper plates, or fun recycled ideas. There is a project that is perfect for your child. Make them in your classroom, at a birthday party, or at home with your family.

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    These adorable Bear Crafts for preschoolers are great for creating during your bear themes. Choose from construction paper crafts, simple paper plates, or fun recycled ideas. There is a project that is perfect for your child. Make them in your classroom, at a birthday party, or at home with your family.

    Images of bear crafts. Text reads "Bear Crafts"

    Bear Crafts for Preschoolers

    These fun bear crafts are so much fun for little kids to make! There are projects for various skill levels, but most are appropriate for preschoolers to enjoy.

    For the most part, bears are an easy craft for young children. Grab anything brown and add a cute nose and you are already halfway there!

    Choose from several different types of bears like cute polar bear crafts, grizzly bears, or teddy bear crafts.

    Because these simple crafts use a lot of classic craft supplies, like construction paper, toilet paper rolls, and paper plates, they are easy to create with groups.

    Animal-themed craftivities complement preschool themes all year long!

    Crafting is a wonderful way to work on basic skill building, like fine motor skills, cutting practice, simple shapes, and more.

    Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase an item, we may receive an affiliate commission.

    When to create these fun bear arts and crafts

    These are great crafts to create all year long. Here are some fun ways to use these simple projects.

    • Create them for a bear lesson plan.
    • Make them as holiday gifts for loved ones.
    • Decorate your classroom during an animal week.
    • Use them to help you read bear books.
    • Make them at home while you’re stuck inside during the winter months.
    • Create an easy bear craft on National Teddy Bear Day (September 9th)
    • Use them as an activity during a birthday party.

    Our Favorite Craft Supplies

    You can’t make a cute bear craft without the right supplies. And while a lot of these crafts can be made with brown paper, you may need some other supplies.

    These craft supplies are perfect for crafting with young kids. While not each of them is used in the crafts below, they are all staples in our craft bin. If you don’t have any on hand, that might be ok. Take a look at the craft first to see whether or not you need them.

    • Construction Paper – One of our favorite craft supplies.
    • Cardboard – Perfect for using up all those boxes you get in the mail!
    • Craft Sticks or popsicle sticks – A classic staple, use them in your craft or to mix paint.
    • Kid-Friendly paint – Kids love to get messy! Check out our favorite tips for painting with young children.
    • Googly Eyes – You can literally add them to any project and it instantly becomes cuter.
    • Tissue Paper – We always have this on hand. Buy it new or use or save it from birthday parties and holidays.
    • Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Rolls – A great way to recycle your paper tubes is to use them in crafts!
    • Paper Plates – Grab this party supply to create fun crafts.
    • Contact Paper – We use this a lot to create suncatcher crafts
    • Pipe Cleaners – Their bendy and hold their shape, which makes for some fun creating!
    • Coffee Filters – This inexpensive item is fun to create with.
    • Pom Poms – Fluffy and always fun.
    • Egg Cartons – Recycle these into fantastic crafts!
    • Puffy Paint – Makes great snow!!
    • Paper Bags – Using this recycled supply is a fun way to make puppets.

    Pin this collection of easy animal crafts

    Are you still brainstorming your lesson plans? No worries, just pin this to your favorite craft board so you can easily find these fun winter crafts

    Bear Craft - Text reads "Classroom crafts - Bears"

    Bear Arts and Crafts

    Find the perfect bear craft for your kids to create.

    Polar Bear

    This paper polar bear is perfect for winter crafting.

    Supplies:
    Construction Paper
    White Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    28 More Polar Bear Crafts

    Get inspired with this collection of polar bear craft ideas.

    Photo Credit: iheartcraftythings.com

    Koala

    Use paper plates to create an adorable koala bear craft.

    Supplies:
    Koala Printable Template
    Silver Paper Plates
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.craftymorning.com

    Panda

    This panda art project is perfect for younger children to make.

    Supplies:
    Fork
    White Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: abcsofliteracy.com

    Black Bear

    Make this adorable black bear using paper plates.

    Supplies:
    Template
    Paper Plate
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

    Easy Bear Craft

    Use the template to create this cute bear.

    Supplies:
    Cardstock or Construction Paper
    Glue Stick
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.thebestideasforkids.com

    Cards

    Create simple bear cards with this tutorial.

    Supplies:
    Different Colored Cardstock
    Large Pom Pom
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.craftymorning.com

    Paper Plate Bear

    Use paper plates to create this brown bear craft.

    Supplies:
    Paper Plates
    Brown Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Paper Plate Bear Craft

    Another technique that uses paper plates to make a bear.

    Supplies:
    Paper Plates
    Googly Eyes
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: iheartcraftythings.com

    Recycled CD

    Grab an old CD to create a bear head.

    Supplies:
    Old CD
    Brown Tissue Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.craftsonsea.co.uk

    Paper Bag

    This adorable paper bag craft is perfect for a bear week.

    Supplies:
    Paper Bag
    PInk Pen
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Pom Pom Bear

    Use yarn to make pom poms in this fun project.
    Supplies:
    Brown yarn
    Brown Felt
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: creativefamilyfun.net

    Cardboard Tube

    Paint some recycled toilet paper tubes or paper towel tubes to create this easy craft.
    Supplies:
    Cardboard Tube
    Brown Craft Pain
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.messylittlemonster.com

    Cardboard Tube with template

    This version of a paper tube bear uses a bear template, so it's easy to do with a group of kids.
    Supplies:
    Bear Template
    Cardboard Tube
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: creativefamilyfun.net

    Spoon

    Turn a plastic spoon into a teddy bear!
    Supplies:
    Plastic Spoon
    Glue
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

    Paddington Bear

    Pair this craft with a Paddington Bear book or movie day.
    Supplies:
    Square sheet of brown paper
    Red Sheet of paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: nontoygifts.com

    3D Heart Bear

    This bear craft will be great for Valentine's day.
    Supplies:
    3D Heart Bear Template
    Cardstock Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Paper Finger Puppet

    Make this finger puppet for some imaginative play or to perform a small skit.
    Supplies:
    Printable Template
    Color Papers
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.coffeecupsandcrayons.com

    Bear Puppet

    Kids will enjoy bringing this simple bear craft to life.
    Supplies:
    Brown Construction Paper
    Pom Pom
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.coffeecupsandcrayons.com

    Bear Ornament

    Hang your adorable bears onto a Christmas tree.
    Supplies:
    Salt Dough
    Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.creativelittleexplorers.com

    Shape Bear

    Use basic shapes to create a cute animal craft.
    Supplies:
    Template
    Crayons, Markers, etc
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: kidsactivitiesblog.com

    B Is For Bear

    A great craft to help preschoolers learn about the letter "B".
    Supplies:
    Brown Construction Paper
    Googly Eyes
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: homeschoolpreschool.net

    Printable B is for Bear

    This craft uses a printable template.
    Supplies:
    Cardstock
    Colored Construction Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: viewsfromastepstool.com

    Bird Seed Bear

    Fill in the template with birdseed for a great fine motor art project.
    Supplies:
    Bear Template
    Glue
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

    Handprint Bear

    A wonderful art project for capturing those little hand prints.
    Supplies:
    Canvas (or thick art paper)
    Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.paper-and-glue.com

    Fuzzy Brown Bear Craft

    This technique gives your bear some "texture"
    Supplies:
    Paper Plates
    Brown Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: homeschoolpreschool.net

    Fork-Painted

    Kids will love creating this process art bear.
    Supplies:
    Paper Plate
    Construction Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: booksandgiggles.com

    Thankful Bear

    An amazing craft for the Thanksgiving season.
    Supplies:
    Brown and White Construction Paper
    Scissors
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Other fun crafts you may enjoy

    You may enjoy some of these other easy crafts for kids!

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    Yarn Canvas Art

    This DIY yarn wall art technique is a fun craft that older kids can make on their own. Watch the video or follow the step-by-step instructions to learn how to make one.

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    Creating a personal space is a big deal for tweens. This project is perfect for older kids who want to make something for their room or play area.

    It uses simple supplies, so you can let your child buy them with chore money or you can let them raid your stash.

    You can use this yarn art in several ways.

    • They make the perfect gift for your BFF.
    • Decorate your room.
    • Make them at a sleepover.
    • Create them during a camp craft session.

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    No time to make this yarn wall art? Pin it for later!

    If you’re currently in planning mode, that’s ok! Pin this to your favorite Pinterest board. That way you’ll be able to grab instructions when you’re ready!

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    How many colors can be used?

    You can use as many colors as you want in this art project! Our tutorial uses 4 colors plus the white yarn. Try mixing funky colors, like hot pinks with dark blues, for a unique look.

    Grab all the yarn you need here!

    Tips for creating this wall hanging

    These tips will help you create a masterpiece!

    • Make sure to work while your glue is still wet to get your pieces of yarn as snug as possible!
    • When pulling your needles out of your dry design, twist slightly and hold your yarn in place.
    • Always cut your yarn with a bit extra at the ends. It’s easier to trip later than add more.
    • Keep a damp paper towel close by to wipe glue off your fingers.
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    DIY Yarn Wall Art

    DIY Yarn Wall Art

    Create this fun DIY yarn wall art to display or give as a gift!

    Active Time 1 hour 30 minutes
    Additional Time 2 hours
    Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
    Difficulty Moderate

    Materials

    • Yarn - Multiple Colors. I used cream, blue, purple, pink, and yellow.
    • Canvas. I worked on an 8x10.

    Tools

    • White School Glue
    • Sewing Pins
    • Scissors

    Instructions

    1. Start by laying out the first piece of yarn. Create a wavy line going diagonally corner to corner. Pin down the yarn while working on your shape. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    2. Slowly glue the yarn into place by gluing a small portion at a time. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    3. Add a line of glue along the edge of the first piece of yarn. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    4. Start laying the second row of yarn. Use pins anywhere you need to hold the yarn into place. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    5. Next, lay the first color. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    6. Go back with your pins and nudge the yarn as close as you can to the yarn placed before it. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    7. Pin in the arches to hold it in place. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    8. Repeat the process with multiple colors. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    9. When the yarn can no longer follow the original curve lay it down across the whole design. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    10. Then go back and adjust so you can get it as tight as possible. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    11. If you can't get 2 pieces of yarn into the space, cut a single strand. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    12. Use the back end of the pin to press it down. Then pin the arch to the end of the single string. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    13. To replicate this design, work towards a center color and then back to the first color. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    14. Then fill in the extra space with the cream (base color) yarn. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    15. Repeat the same pattern on the opposite side of the original first curve. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    16. Fill in all remaining canvas with your base color string. SET ASIDE TO DRY. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    17. ONCE DRY. Remove all of your pins. Then start working one side at a time, lift the yarn that is over the edge, and glue it to the edges In process image of yarn canvas art.
    18. Press into place. You can use pins here if you need them! In process image of yarn canvas art.
    19. Trim off any remaining yarn. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    20. Use trimmings to fill in on the sides anywhere you have a large amount of canvas exposed. In process image of yarn canvas art.
    21. Display Proudly! yarn canvas art wavy line
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    Project Type: yarn craft / Category: Crafts for Kids

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    ]]>         28 Easy Pig Crafts for Preschool Kids to Make https://twitchetts.com/2022/12/pig-crafts.html/ Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://twitchetts.com/?p=19459 These adorable Pig Crafts for preschool kids are great for creating during your animal or farm themes. Choose from construction paper crafts, simple paper plates, or fun recycled ideas. There is a project that is perfect for your child. Make them in your classroom, at a birthday party, or at home with your family.

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    These adorable Pig Crafts for preschool kids are great for creating during your animal or farm themes. Choose from construction paper crafts, simple paper plates, or fun recycled ideas. There is a project that is perfect for your child. Make them in your classroom, at a birthday party, or at home with your family.

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    Pig Crafts for Preschool

    These cute pig crafts are so much fun for kids to make! There are projects for various skill levels, but most preschoolers will enjoy them.

    For the most part, pigs are an easy craft for young children. Grab anything pink and add a curly tail and you are already halfway there!

    Because these simple crafts use a lot of classic craft supplies, like construction paper, toilet paper rolls, and paper plates, they are easy to create with groups.

    Farm-themed craftivities complement preschool themes in February, March, and all year long!

    Looking for crafts for the whole farm? Check out this collection of farm arts and crafts. (coming soon!)

    Crafting is a wonderful way to work on basic skill building, like fine motor skills, cutting practice, simple shapes, and more.

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    When to create these fun pig arts and crafts

    These are great crafts to create all year long. Here are some fun ways to use these simple projects.

    • Create them for a farm lesson plan.
    • Make them as holiday gifts for loved ones.
    • Decorate your classroom during an animal week.
    • Make them with a pig theme lesson plan
    • Use them to help you read pig books, like the story of the Three Little Pigs.
    • Make them at home while you’re stuck inside during the winter months.
    • Add them to your Chinese New Year, when it’s the year of the pig. (Next time will be: 2031)
    • Create an easy pig craft on National Pig Day (March 1st)
    • Use them as an activity during a Peppa Pig birthday party.

    Our Favorite Craft Supplies

    You can’t make a cute piggy craft without the right supplies. And while a lot of these crafts can be made with pink paper, you may need some other supplies.

    These craft supplies are perfect for crafting with young kids. While not each of them is used in the crafts below, they are all staples in our craft bin. If you don’t have any on hand, that might be ok. Take a look at the craft first to see whether or not you need them.

    • Construction Paper – One of our favorite craft supplies.
    • Cardboard – Perfect for using up all those boxes you get in the mail!
    • Craft Sticks or popsicle sticks – A classic staple, use them in your craft or to mix paint.
    • Kid-Friendly paint – Kids love to get messy! Check out our favorite tips for painting with young children.
    • Googly Eyes – You can literally add them to any project and it instantly becomes cuter.
    • Tissue Paper – We always have this on hand. Buy it new or use or save it from birthday parties and holidays.
    • Toilet Paper/Paper Towel Rolls – A great way to recycle your paper tubes is to use them in crafts!
    • Paper Plates – Grab this party supply to create fun crafts.
    • Contact Paper – We use this a lot to create suncatcher crafts
    • Pipe Cleaners – Their bendy and hold their shape, which makes for some fun creating!
    • Coffee Filters – This inexpensive item is fun to create with.
    • Pom Poms – Fluffy and always fun.
    • Egg Cartons – Recycle these into fantastic crafts!
    • Puffy Paint – Makes great snow!!
    • Paper Bags – Using this recycled supply is a fun way to make puppets.

    Pin this collection of easy animal crafts

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    Pig crafts for kids

    These pig arts and crafts ideas are great for kids to try. They make adorable farm animals or New Years' projects.

    Paper Pig

    Create a unique 3D paper pig with this tutorial.

    Supplies:
    Construction Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

    Paper Plate Pig Craft

    A paper plate craft is a great way to create a pig.

    Supplies:
    Paper Plate
    Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.notimeforflashcards.com

    3D Paper Plate

    Give your paper plate craft a 3D twist with this tutorial.

    Supplies:
    Paper Plate
    Egg Carton
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

    Toilet Paper Roll

    Grab some toilet paper rolls to create these adorable pigs.

    Supplies:
    Toilet Paper Roll
    Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.iheartartsncrafts.com

    Cereal Box

    Raid the recycle bin for this cute craft idea.
    Supplies:
    Cereal Boxes
    Pink Pipe Cleaner
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: theresjustonemommy.com

    Easy Paper Pig Craft

    This paper craft is just a few cuts and folds, so it's a great project for little ones.
    Supplies:
    Pink Paper
    Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.lookwerelearning.com

    Coffee Filters

    A coffee filter helps to create a perfectly round pig face.
    Supplies:
    Basket Coffee Filter
    Construction Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

    Headbands

    Make a craft that kids can wear!
    Supplies:
    Cardstock or Construction Paper
    Pig Template
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Paper Rosette

    The accordion fold creates a unique craft idea.
    Supplies:
    Construction Paper
    Scissors
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

    Valentine Craft

    Pass these adorable pig valentines at your Valentine's Day Party.
    Supplies:
    Cardstock or Construction Paper
    Glue
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.redtedart.com

    Rocking Paper Plate

    This paper plate craft rocks! (pun intended!)
    Supplies:
    Paper Plate
    Pink Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Wooden Spoon

    Wooden spoons make a unique and inexpensive craft supply!
    Supplies:
    Wooden Spoons
    Pink Buttons
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.simpleeverydaymom.com

    Paper Bag

    Grab a bag of bags to create this fun craft!
    Supplies:
    Brown Paper Bag
    Cardstock
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.housingaforest.com

    Cotton Ball

    This craft idea sneaks in some fine motor skill building.
    Supplies:
    Paper Plate
    Cotton Balls
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: kidscraftroom.com

    Paper Plate Twirlers

    These would be a great decoration during a farm week.
    Supplies:
    Paper Plates
    Pink Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.hellowonderful.co

    Cardboard

    A wonderful way to use up all those Amazon boxes!

    Supplies:
    Cardboard
    Pencil
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Cupcake Liners

    Cupcake liners make perfect circles, which makes them great for younger kids!
    Supplies:
    Cupcake Liners
    Glue
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.craftymorning.com

    2-Liter Bottles

    Recycle your pop bottles into cute pigs.
    Supplies:
    2 Liter Plastic Bottle
    Pink Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.readingconfetti.com

    Egg Cartons

    It's like the egg cartons are created with this craft in mind. So simple and cute.
    Supplies:
    Egg Cartons
    Paint
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.frugalmomeh.com

    Quilled

    Quilling is great for building fine motor skills!
    Supplies:
    Quilling Paper Strips
    Craft Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.lookwerelearning.com

    Bookmark Craft

    Your little readers will love these corner bookmarks.
    Supplies:
    Colored Craft Paper
    Origami Paper
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.easypeasyandfun.com

    Pom Poms

    Make adorable pom poms and turn them into pigs with this tutorial.
    Supplies:
    pink felt
    pink yarn
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: thekindergartenconnection.com

    P is for Pig

    This adorable Letter P craft is great for preschoolers.
    Supplies:
    Pink Construction Paper
    Googly Eyes
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: abcsofliteracy.com

    Letter P Printable

    If you're looking for something a bit easier, check out this template.
    Supplies:
    Template
    Crayons
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.123homeschool4me.com

    Shape Pig Craft

    This is a great craft to help kids learn about shapes.
    Supplies:
    Pig Template
    Scissors
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: taminglittlemonsters.com

    Muddy Art

    This is a mess-free art project.
    Supplies:
    Printable
    Ziplock Bag
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Messy Pig Craft

    This art project is all-in messy fun!
    Supplies:
    Pig Picture
    Oats
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Photo Credit: www.craftymorning.com

    Handprint

    Capture those little handprints in piggy art.
    Supplies:
    Pink Paint
    Black Sharpie
    See the tutorial for the full supply list.

    Other fun crafts you may enjoy

    You may enjoy some of these other easy crafts for kids!

    Please share this collection of piggy crafts.

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