Hello!
I'm going to keep this post short and sweet! After a long cold winter, it's incredibly nice to have vibrant spring blooms and warmer weather, but my allergies are really bad this week. Instead of having a little pity party for myself, I'm going to focus this week's linky party!
This is an all new edition of the Kid's Co-op. I hope you find some inspiration for the week ahead! If you try any of these ideas, leave me a comment and let me know how it went!
The Croods are coming to Lowe's!
Your child will have a chance to build their very own Crood's planter and decorate it with their favorite creatures and characters from this new movie.
Date / Time: Saturday, April 13 at 10:00 AM
Location: Your local Lowe's store
I don't think parenting is ever going to be easy, but I'm beginning to feel like we're getting into a nice groove. My kids are at the ages where, for me, things are starting to get a bit easier. I know what types of activities make my them happy and when everyone needs to take a break and just chill out.
We've found some really amazing places to explore locally, and we're still going on new adventures too. Here are 10 things that we'll be doing this summer. Some of these ideas might work for you too!
1) Take the train or trolley somewhere special. If you're like us, and don't usually take public transportation, this is really exciting for a kid. Hop on the train or trolley and explore a new playground, go for a walk in a new area or have a picnic in a nearby park.
2) Go to an indoor playground. Many indoor playgrounds have special days with reduced admission and they're the perfect place for kids to run around during a rainy summer day.
3) Watch some hockey or figure skating at a local ice rink. I don't know why more parents don't take advantage of the entertainment at ice rinks. Whenever we stop by our local ice rink there's always something to watch and 99.9% of the time, there's no admission fee. My boys could watch a hockey game, or hockey practice, for an hour or two. Even if they get a treat from from the snack bar, it's still a very cheap outing and they really enjoy it.
4) Go bowling on a rainy day. Don't forget that Kids Bowl Free all summer long.
5) If bowling isn't your thing, why don't you try Roller Skating? This year, there's a new Kid's Skate Free Program and it's growing fast!
6) Take advantage of programs at your local library. Read Here: Ten reasons why your local library is perfect place for summer fun.
7) Get out and explore nature at a a local State Park or Arboretum . The shade from the trees will help keep you cool, and, my kids always enjoy being in such a hands-on environment where they can run around and touch everything around them.
8) Splash around at a local beach, nearby lake, pool or water-park.
9) Learn something new at a nearby museum. Did you know that Target sponsors free or reduced admission days all across the U.S.? Read all about here: Free or Reduced Admission Museum Days by Target
10) Last, but not least... find a local blog with more family friendly activities.
On a hot summer day, there are really lots of options for beating the heat and getting out of the house.
What's your favorite place to go in the summer?
Feel free to browse all of the creative ideas and if you have one to add, just link it up!
1. Link directly to your best kid crafts, activities, kid related projects or family friendly recipes. Please no giveaways.
2. Become a follower of Local Fun for Kids and Smile Monsters if you want to be extra sweet.
3. Please grab a button so every one can see where you like to party. It doesn't matter where you put our button, it's just nice to put it somewhere. If you don't like buttons simply link back with text.
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Mom's Crafty space shows you how to make an adorable Baby Ribbon Tag Blanket.
When my son was an infant, he received on of these as a gifts and he loved it!
I can't wait to do this with this Color Walk kids' activity by Strong Start.
This is an easy and free activity for any season.
Moms of girls need to check out this adorable Fairy Cottage by Our Pumkin and Sweet Pea.
I have a feeling that you're going to be putting this on your summer to-do-list.
I've seen so many creative sensory boxes, but I especially love this one by Shining Our Lights.
This post tells you how to make a Sight Word Sensory Box to help teach your child their first sight words.
This No-sew Shopping Cart Cover by Little Rays of Sunshine really caught my eye.
It's a soft, customizable, and affordable do-it-yourself alternative to expensive store bought covers.
Don't you love it?
I hope you're having a great week! Welcome to Fun for Kids Friday. Feel free to browse all of the creative ideas and if you have one to add, just link it up!
1. Link directly to your best kid crafts, activities, kid related projects or family friendly recipes.
2. Become a follower of Local Fun for Kids and Smile Monsters if you want to be extra sweet.
3. Please grab a button so every one can see where you like to party. It doesn't matter where you put our button, it's just nice to put it somewhere. If you don't like buttons simply link back with text.
Here is the code for the button:
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Last Friday, Smile Monsters and I hosted another edition of Fun for Kids Friday. I usually post a few of my favorites on Monday, so I am a little behind schedule. But, it's never too late to give a big THANK YOU to everyone who linked up and explored with us! : )
In case you missed it, here are a few fab ideas I wanted to share:
Melt the Ice Cube Game by Serving Pink Lemonade is a spur-of-the-moment activity that you can do with your kids any time you're in need a boredom buster.
Here's a fun and economical solution for any mom who wonders: How can I showcase my kid's artwork they bring home from school? It's a Kid's Gallery Wall by Roundabout.
I love this Lego table by Art for Little Hands! It's a fantastic example of how you can upcycle to create something new and practical too!
Thank you all for the inspiration and I hope to see you here again on Friday! You can check out a few of Smile Monsters favorites here.
Here's how it works:
1. Link up your best kid crafts, activities, kid related projects or family friendly recipes.
2. Please grab a button so every one can see where you like to party. It doesn't matter where you put our button, it's just nice to put it somewhere. If you don't like buttons simply link back with text.
Here is the code for the button:
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3. Link directly to your post.
4. Become a follower of Local Fun for Kids and Smile Monsters if you want to be extra sweet.
By entering your link, you are giving Smile Monsters & Local Fun for Kids permission to highlight any part of your post including pictures in a Fun For Kids Finds feature with proper credit going to you, all you.
Thank you to everyone who links up, we appreciate each and every one. Now get to linking!
Happy Monday! I hope you had a wonderful weekend.
Sometimes I pick a theme for 'Fun for Kids Finds' but this week, there is no theme whatsoever. Here are my 3 favorite projects from 'Fun for Kids Friday" that I want to share with you today:
Here is a very cute Teacher Appreciation Gift by Homespun with Love
Doesn't this Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread by EveryDay Art look so delicious?
I love this fun & simple kid's craft from My Oatmeal Kisses
Check out her Biodegradable Binoculars here.
Thanks again to everyone who participated in Fun for Kids Friday. And, hop on over to Smile Monsters blog to check out her favorite's here.
Can't wait to see you all again this week!
Welcome to Fun for Kids Friday. Feel free to browse all of the creative ideas and if you have one to add, just link it up!
1. Link up your best kid crafts, activities, kid related projects or family friendly recipes.
2. Please grab a button so every one can see where you like to party. It doesn't matter where you put our button, it's just nice to put it somewhere. If you don't like buttons simply link back with text.
Here is the code for the button:
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3. Link directly to your post.
4. Become a follower of Local Fun for Kids and Smile Monsters if you want to be extra sweet.
By entering your link, you are giving Smile Monsters & Local Fun for Kids permission to highlight any part of your post including pictures in a Fun For Kids Finds feature with proper credit going to you, all you.
Thank you to everyone who links up, we appreciate each and every one. Now get to linking!
I love how children believe they can do anything they set their minds to. Their imaginations run wild as they explore. An empty brown box can become a race car. A plastic fireman helmet can instantly turn a boy into a firefighter. And, an area rug can become a stage for America's best little dancer. No matter how many temper tantrums you deal with during the day it's moments like these that make it all worth it.
For me, it's one of the best parts of parenthood, because my kids love letting me into their imaginary worlds. One day I am the drummer in the marching band. The next day, I am helping them build a Leprechaun Trap.
Did you know you could catch a leprechaun? I didn't, but thanks to my kids and their friend I became a believer. You just dig a small whole in your yard. Then, carefully find the most perfect sticks and cover it up so the Leprechaun can't see it. You might even want to sprinkle some gold glitter around your trap to temp the leprechaun. Here is ours:
For me, this is what being a parent is all about.
Not just watching my kids grow and explore, but doing it with them...
even if the chances of catching a Leprechaun are pretty darn slim.
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