Learn how to make a super simple jingle bell reindeer ornament craft, perfect for kids to make as a reindeer or holiday party activity. It’s also a great gift for teachers to make for students. The supplies are inexpensive, and the ornament comes together quickly. As a teacher and mom, I’m always looking for fun, … Read more
Learn how to make a gyotaku fish print shirt with simple gyotaku fish printing supplies and instructions. Once you are finished, you will have a keepsake to be treasured for years. Does the name gyotaku (pronounced gyou-ta-koo, emphasis on the ta) make it seem too complicated? If I, a very artistically challenged person, can make … Read more
Sometimes, in the busyness of life, someone else’s birthday sneaks up on me. When I realize I’ve forgotten to buy a card, I make one. One of the easiest cards to make is one with pressed flowers. If you have read any of my previous posts about my being artistically challenged, you know that if … Read more
Learn how to make an easy origami greeting card by following these simple steps. As a teacher who enjoys introducing students to the art of easy origami, I’m happy to be able to share this fun project with you. Think origami paper folding is difficult? Not when you follow the directions here. You’ll have an … Read more
During my teaching career, I’ve had many opportunities to celebrate Valentine’s Day with kids. I’ve taught a variety of different grade levels, from high school to first grade. In fact, one of my most memorable Valentine’s Day activities came about because of moving from teaching high school alternative education students to teaching first graders. It … Read more
If you’ve read any of my other posts, you know I’m a pretty ordinary person. I posted a quote about guacamole a few days ago, for goodness sake, and I wrote a post about memorable foreign bathrooms. The truth is, I don’t have a dramatic story to tell. Why would anyone read my blog? So … Read more