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Homemade Chalk
Finally, the snow has melted, the grass is getting greener and all signs point to spring time. Spring is a favorite season for many who would rather be warm than cold. Spring time is also representative of life, with plants beginning to blossom and animals coming out of hiding, spring is a fun time to start thinking about getting outside and doing activities. One such activity that is perfect for spring time is to make crafts. Kids are particularly fond of crafts because making crafts is something new and exciting that they can do. Obviously, not all crafts are kid friendly, but with a parent’s help, there are sure to be many crafts that you can enjoy doing with your children this season.
Examples of kid friendly spring crafts
Sometimes thinking of the craft that you want to do with your kids is the hardest part of the whole process. So we are including some ideas for kid friendly spring crafts to get you thinking. If you would like to learn more about the crafts that are suggested a simple internet search or clicking on provided links can get you to the information that you need.
Kids love getting messy and they love using their hands to create something. What better way then to allow them to express themselves and contain the mess, than to allow them to color outdoors with chalk or finger paints. You can either purchase your chalk and paints from most super centers or craft stores or you can make them yourself. Handmade chalks and washable finger paints are easy to clean up as well. Simply take a hose and wash away the mess. Here are two links to detailed instructions for making these two art craft materials: Homemade Chalk and Washable Finger Paints).
Finger or Chalk Paintings
A fun way to be crafty near Easter time is to take the craft time outside and enjoy the spring weather. A simple bucket of chalk or some finger paints and smocks provide the base for an art project that a child of any age can do. If using finger paints, take your paper out into the yard so that if there is any mess, it ends up on the lawn instead of on your front porch. Side walk chalk is fun to work with and will easily wash off with the spray of your garden hose. Encourage the children to create activities with their artwork to make the experience more interactive. Hopscotch, marbles, mazes, etc. are all fun options. You can encourage your children to use such things as pine cones and leaves as stencils for their projects. Look around and be creative