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10 Toys You Can Make on Your Own

When you make your own toys your child is likely to take ownership of the the design, solve problems and pursue mechanical and artistic variations. Read More...

Published Mon, Jul 15 2013 7:01 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, make your own toys, making your own toys

Ten Toys You Can Make on Your Own

When you make your own toys your child is likely to take ownership of the the design, solve problems and pursue mechanical and artistic variations. Read More...

Published Mon, Jul 15 2013 7:01 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Kids' Science, make your own toys, making your own toys

Telling Stories to Kids: Easy Technique

Kids love a good story. Here's an easy storytelling technique that will help you invent stories that practically tell themselves. Read More...

Published Wed, Apr 24 2013 11:26 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Parent Strategies, storytelling device, storytelling technique, storytelling techniques, telling stories to kids

Math Puzzle: How to Get Rid of a Christmas Tree

Here's a math puzzle for kids that looks at the challenge of how to get rid of a Christmas tree without dragging it through doorways. Read More...

Published Sat, Jan 12 2013 8:02 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Kids' Science, math games for kids, how to get rid of a Christmas tree, how to get rid of your Christmas tree, math puzzle for kids

Easy to Make Catapult- Coffee Cup Design

If you’re looking for designs on how to make a catapult, here’s a powerful, simple design that’s easy to make out of household items. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 29 2012 12:23 PM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Kids' Science, how to make a catapult, catapult designs, easy catapult, make catapult out of household items, catapult instructions

Chicago Teachers’ Union Strike Offers Ratios Lesson Plan

In the midst of the Chicago Teachers’ Union strike for better quality education for ALL students, a ratios lesson plan has emerged. Read More...

Published Mon, Sep 17 2012 5:57 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Kids' Science, Chicago Teachers Union, Ratios Lesson Plan, Chicago Teachers Union Strike, Ratio for Kids, Ratio Lesson Plan

Miró Art Project for Kids

Joan Miro practiced a method of art called automatic drawing that is perfectly suited for a kids' art project. It’s fun and easy and looks great around the house. Read More...

Published Tue, Aug 28 2012 7:30 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids' Art Projects, Kids’ Activities, Miro art project for kids, automatic drawing art project for kids, difference between open and closed composition, automatic drawing, easy art project for kids

Miro Art Project for Kids

Joan Miro practiced a method of art called automatic drawing that is perfectly suited for a kids' art project. It’s fun and easy and looks great around the house. Read More...

Published Tue, Aug 28 2012 7:30 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids' Art Projects, Kids’ Activities, Miro art project for kids, automatic drawing art project for kids, difference between open and closed composition, automatic drawing, easy art project for kids

Metaphors for Kids

Practicing metaphors strengthens kids' grasp of making comparisons. This article offers lots of fun multiple choice metaphors for kids. Read More...

Published Sat, Jul 28 2012 7:53 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, exercises metaphors, similes for kids, examples metaphors kids, difference between a simile and a metaphor, practicing metaphors

Kindle or Book?

The question has been raised plenty of times. But here the question is asked, which is better--if you have kids--Kindle or books? Read More...

Published Mon, Jun 18 2012 4:47 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Learning Strategies, Kindle or books, Kindle or book, Kindle vs book

Around the House Games for Kids

Now and then it's time to replenish your menu of around the house activities. New activities offer creative zeal to your household learning environment. Read More...

Published Wed, May 23 2012 5:00 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, around the house activities, around the house activities for kids, around the house games

Kids’ Art: The Wind

Here's a wind art project for kids that's fun to do and only takes a few minutes. Read More...

Published Sun, Apr 15 2012 6:18 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids' Art Projects, Kids’ Activities, wind art project, wind flap, measuring with kids, art project with straws, coloring with kids, art project with popsicle sticks

Good Will Hunting Math Trees for Kids

Math trees are fairly simple and easy to grasp. They are also an excellent conceptual device that offers fun math games for kids of all ages. Read More...

Published Mon, Mar 12 2012 9:16 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Kids' Science, Math Trees, Fun Math Activities, math games for kids, build math skills, Good Will Hunting Math Trees

Easy to Make Catapult – Simple Soup Can Design

The Soup Can Catapult is a quick and easy catapult design for kids. It offers the perfect blend of simplicity, power and ease of use. Read More...

Published Fri, Feb 17 2012 5:29 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, Kids' Science, how to make a catapult, catapults for kids, how to make a catapult out of household items, catapult design for kids, catapult designs, build a catapult for kids

One Minute Activities for Kids- Part 2

One of the keys to a wholesome learning environment is an emphasis on activities. Here's a bundle one minute activities that are quick and easy to set up, but are also capable of engaging your child's full focus and attention. Read More...

Published Mon, Jan 30 2012 8:34 AM by Spaghetti Box Kids

Filed under: Kids’ Activities, one minute activities for kids, easy activities for kids, magnetic fishing pole

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