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By L. Elizabeth Forry
Arts and Crafts
Arts and Crafts
By L. Elizabeth Forry
Arts and Crafts
By Sharon Greenthal
Entertainment and Activities, Arts and Crafts, Sculpting and Playdough
By Jennifer Caffelle
  • Entertainment and Activities
    Drawing and Painting

    Don't throw away old stumpy crayons. It's a whole new way to color when you recycle them!

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    DIY Crafts

    Don't display your pictures in a boring old frame -- make a photo mobile!

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    Stuck inside on a rainy day? Here's an arts & crafts activity that can incorporate your child's dolls or action figures.

  • Entertainment and Activities
    Paper Crafts

    A simple paper plate can become a colorful snake -- with just a bit of work.

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    Any old bottle can be easily transformed into a gorgeous vase. Try this simple project.

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    Arts and Crafts

    Combine arts & crafts and storytelling with this activity. Make felt storyboards with your child.

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    Sort and organize yarn for arts & crafts projects by making a handy yarn holder.

  • Entertainment and Activities
    Paper Crafts

    Follow these instructions and see how easy it can be to make an impressive-looking paper chain.

  • Entertainment and Activities
    Arts and Crafts

    A fabric garden lasts all year round! Follow these simple instructions to make one with your child.

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    It's showtime! Make a puppet out of a tennis ball and put on a performance for family and friends.

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    Arts and Crafts

    Etching is a unique style of art that will teach your child several artistic skills.

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    The only thing better than a family picture is one that's displayed in a homemade picture frame.

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    Arts and Crafts

    You can recycle leftover corks to make imaginative shapes and sculptures.

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    Pinwheels are colorful, easy to make, and fun for your kids to play with.

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    Build an entire city from cardboard and glue. It's a snap with these simple instructions.

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    Follow these easy instructions with your child and she can get glamorous with a homemade hat.

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    Here's an activity that will let your child make a mask depicting their favorite fictional character. They can also create a new character!

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    DIY Crafts

    Create the materials you need for homemade log houses and other structures.

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