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Horse Themed Birthday Party

My little girl turned six this weekend. I can’t believe it is possible. She was very excited about her birthday this year, more so than ever before. This is her first year of school and she really wanted to invite her school friends to her birthday this year. So… her whole class was invited and just about her whole class accepted. So what is a mom to do when she has a guest list of close to 30 kids? She better make sure she has plenty of activities. Horse themed party ideas for a kid's birthday party. Decorations and activities for a fun party. Spirit Riding Free

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25 Snowflake Arts and Crafts for Kids

I am kind of addicted to snowflake crafts. I love the symmetry and since no two snowflakes are the same, think of all of the design possibilities. I could make snowflakes all day and with all of these wonderful snowflake craft ideas, I really could. There are snowflakes made with paper, snowflakes sewn with yarn, snowflakes made out of hand prints and even snowflakes painted on rocks. Which is your favorite?25 snowflake arts and crafts ideas. Winter & Christmas arts and crafts projects for kids.

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Popsicle Stick Heart Puzzles


Make a sweet message of love for mom, dad or grandma and grandpa. Popsicle stick Valentine's heart puzzle. Arts & crafts for kids and preschoolers. Cute gift idea.

Love is in the air. Valentine’s Day is just a few weeks away and my daughter is loving all of the hearts. She has been making sweet Valentine’s every chance that she gets. She even learned to spell and write the word love on her own. It is wonderful to get love messages from my little girl now.

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Great Lego Party Ideas for the Kids

Time has flown by so quickly. My little girl turned 5 last week and I can hardly believe it. A few months ago, I asked my daughter what kind of party she wanted. She asked for a Lego party and an art party. I loved the idea of having both. Both would be wonderfully interactive for my daughter and all of her guests.Great Lego themed birthday party ideas for kids. decorations, food and activities. Kid's

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I have to admit, I love throwing parties, especially theme parties. I knew that my daughter and I would have fun with this one.

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20 Fall Tree Arts & Crafts Ideas For Kids

20 Beautiful Fall Tree Arts & Crafts Ideas for kids - Autumn crafts for preschoolers..

I am a New Englander. I love the changes in seasons. I love winter, spring, summer & fall for very different reason. I know that we still have a lot of summer left & I am enjoying every bit of it, but I have to admit, I am looking forward to my favorite of all of the seasons. Fall is nearing & I cannot wait. I love the crisp autumn air, Halloween, apple picking, cider & the changing of the leaves. Fall trees are so beautiful & they offer great inspiration for arts & crafts. Here is a collection of wonderful fall tree projects that you can do with your kids.

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Salt Dough Flowers

My daughter is 4 this year. This year I promised her that she could have a garden of her very own. We have selected our spot outside & are getting ready to prep the area.  I let her pick the seeds that she wanted to grow. She picked 2 flowers & 2 vegetables.

Painted Salt Dough Clay Flowers with photo. This adorable spring or summer arts & crafts project for kids would also make a wonderful gift for Mother's Day or any special occasion.

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50+ New Year’s Ideas For The Kids

Over 50 ideas for New Year's Eve crafts, activities, recipes, traditions and more for kids

There are only two more weeks until we ring in another year. New Year’s has changed a lot for us ever since having our daughter. New Year’s Eve is a great time to reflect on all the wonderful memories that we have made throughout the year. It is also a wonderful time to build traditions & make new memories. There are many fun ways to get your child excited about the New Year. We have compiled a list of great crafts, activities & more.

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All That Sparkles

Sparkler Firework Craft from Kid’s Craft Room

Sparkler Firework Craft from Kid's Craft Room

Firework Sensory Bottles from Messy Little Monster

Firework Sensory Bottles by Messy Little Monster

New Year’s Eve Pop-up Homemade Fireworks from Kid’s Craft Room

Fireworks in a Jar from I Can Teach My Child

Fireworks Ring Craft from Fantastic Fun and Learning

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Kid’s Love Confetti

Toilet Paper Tube Confetti Poppers from Smashed Peas & Carrots

Toilet Paper Tube Confetti Poppers from Smashed Peas & Carrots

Confetti Ornaments from Little Bins For Little Hands

Confetti Ornaments from Little Bins For Little Hands

DIY Confetti Poppers from Persia Lou

DIY Confetti Poppers from Persia Lou

Paint Chip Confetti from The Life of Jennifer Dawn

Paint Chip Confetti from The Life of Jennifer Dawn

New Year’s Confetti Poppers from Adventures In Wunderland

New Year's Confetti Poppers from Adventures In Wunderland

 

New Year’s Eve Confetti Poppers from One Good Thing By Jillee

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Make Some Noise

Water Bottle Noise Makers from Adventures in Wunderland

Water Bottle Noise Makers by Adventures in Wunderland

DIY Noise Makers from JMan and Miller Bug

DIY Noise Makers from JMan and Miller Bug

Jingle Bell Noise Makers from Learning Creating Living

Plastic Egg Maracas from Apartment Therapy

Toilet Paper Roll Noise Maker from JMan and Miller Bug

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Festive Food

New Year’s Eve Countdown Cookies from Adventures in Wunderland

New Year's Eve Countdown Cookies by Adventures in Wunderland

Family Traditions -Milk & Cookies from Hodge Podge Craft

Family Traditions -Milk & Cookies from Hodge Podge Craft

Painted Firework Toast from Messy Little Monster

Painted Firework Toast from Messy Little Monster

 

Kid’s New Year’s Eve Mocktails from Modern Parents Messy Kids

New Year’s Eve Midnight Cupcakes from Confessions of a Facebook Queen

Fireworks Biscuits from Messy Little Monster

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Countdown to the New Year

New Year’s Eve Countdown Chain from Sugar Aunts

New Year's Eve Countdown Chain from Sugar Aunts

Paper Plate New Year’s Eve Clock from The Pinterested Parent

Paper Plate New Year's Eve Clock with movable hands from The Pinterested Parent

New Year’s Eve Countdown Ball from JDaniel4’s Mom

New Year's Eve Countdown Ball from JDaniel4's Mom

New Year’s Eve Kid’s Countdown Clock from Buggy and Buddy

New Year's Eve Kid's Countdown Clock from Buggy and Buddy

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Sensory Fun

New Year’s Sensory Bin from Learning and Exploring Through Play

New Year's Sensory Bin from Learning and Exploring Through Play

Celebration Playdough Recipe from Buggy and Buddy

Celebration Playdough Recipe from Buggy and Buddy

New Year’s Party Slime from Little Bins For Little Hands

New Year's Party Slime from Little Bins For Little Hands

Glitter Cloud Dough from Crafts On The Sea

Glitter Cloud Dough from Crafts On The Sea

Happy New Year’s Slime from Mama’s Happy Hive

Happy New Year's Slime from Mama's Happy Hive

 

Celebration Gak from Glued to My Crafts

Glittery New Year’s Playdough from Home Grown Friends

Gold & Silver Slime from Fun a Day

New Year’s Eve Party Slime from Left Brain Craft Brain

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New Year’s Printables

New Year’s Eve Scavenger Hunt from Buggy and Buddy

New Year's Eve Scavenger Hunt from Buggy and Buddy

Year in Review Poem

New Year’s Printable Coloring Hats from Tot Schooling

Annual Questions for the Kids from Simply Kierste

New Year’s Bingo from Playdough to Plato

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New Year’s Traditions with the Kids

Memory Jar from Learning and Exploring Through Play

Memory Jar from Learning and Exploring Through Play

New Year’s Wishing Tree from No Time For Flash Cards

Explaining New Years To Your Kids With Activities from Little Bins for Little Hands

Family Activity Countdown from EDventures With Kids

New Year’s Resolutions for Families by Mum In The Mad House

New Year’s Eve Time Capsule from Adventures In Wunderland

New Year's Eve Time Capsule by Adventures In Wunderland

New Year’s Wishing Wall by Buggy and Buddy

New Year's Wishing Wall by Buggy and Buddy

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All the Rest of It

Party Blower Craft from Mommy’s Bundle

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Hand Print Hand Clapper New Years Craft from The Pinterested Parent

Hand Print Hand Clapper New Years Craft from The Pinterested Parent

New Year’s Fizzy Science from Little Bins For Little Hands

New Year's Fizzy Science from Little Bins For Little Hands

DIY photo props from Pink Stripey Socks

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New Year’s Party Glasses from Artsy Momma

New Year’s Wish Crackers from Mum In The Mad House

DIY New Year’s Eve Hat from Girl Inspired

Whatever your plans this New Year’s, have fun, be safe & enjoy.

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