Nov

30

untitled12.jpgWho doesn’t like Clifford and Emily Elizabeth? I was always willing to read Clifford The Big Red Dog to my little sister, and we both loved it. If you love Clifford too, check out this fantastic website filled with Clifford fun.

Be sure to visit the Printables Page for lots of coloring sheets.

Look at Clifford’s Games for more fun activities like a puzzle, hide-n-seek, and a card maker.

Puppy Clifford has a cool story builder, and measuring game.

These Interactive Storybooks in English and Spanish are great for beginning readers.


Nov

26

santapic.JPGCan you believe December is almost here? Christmas is right around the corner, so it’s time to make your countdown calendar! Having a calendar has been a tradition in my family, and they can help make the long wait to Christmas easier for little kids. I thought this idea was so creative and easy, I can’t wait to make it myself.

Materials needed:

Roll out the plastic wrap. Line up 25 candies in a row, 1 inch apart, and fold both sides of the plastic over the chocolate. Cut 26 pieces of ribbon (each about 6 inches long).Tie each piece of ribbon in a knot between the candies. Tie one larger ribbon at the top, and hang your calender from a doorknob or a hook. Each day starting December 1st, unwrap one of the candies and eat it while counting down the days to Christmas!

If this idea doesn’t sound right for you, here are a few more ideas:

Santa’s Beard Advent Calendar

Advent Paper Chain

Online Countdown Calendar


Nov

24

untitled11.jpgI have another great link today: the Curious George website for the kids tv show. It has some fabulous printables, video clips, and lots of online games that are fun but still easy for younger kids. Banana 411, connect the dots, step-by-step instructions on how to draw George, a maze, a printable memory game, and more. My favorite activity is the mix and paint game, but don’t take my word for it, go try it out yourself!


Nov

22

Free Lego Fun for Kids

November 22, 2007 | 1 Comment

 

My little friend Isaac’s absolute favorite website is Lego.com, and I have to say I enjoy it myself. Its worth visiting just for all the fantastic games; Action games galore, Creative games (like Princess and Dollhouse), and even some great preschool games! I’m a Star Wars fan, so I highly recommend the Lego Star Wars page where you’ll find more games, some sweet Lego movies, and free downloads like desktop wallpapers and screensavers. And even if you don’t like Star Wars, you’re sure to find something fun - Bob the Builder, Bionicle, SpongeBob Squarpants, Dino Attack, Thomas and friends, and lots more!


Nov

20

Make Your Own Dollhouse

November 20, 2007 | 1 Comment

famf0200dollhouse_dolhslede.JPGI’ve never met a little girl who didn’t like a dollhouse, but the store bought plastic ones can be very expensive. So why not make your own? Making a dollhouse can be just as much fun as playing with it, and you can make a pretty snazzy one with materials you already have at home. Here is a link with some general instructions to get you started. My sister has been having a blast the past few days making a dollhouse like the one pictured. Here are the instructions, which are  more detailed than the last ones.


Nov

19

transformers12.jpgThe Transformers toys have been popular for many years, in fact, I have a 30 year old friend who loved them as a boy, and a 10 year old friend who loves them now. They’ve become even more popular recently, thanks to the Transformers movie that was released this summer. So join in the fun with these great Transformers activities!

Transformers Printable Coloring Pages - site 1, site 2, site 3

Transformers Online Game Arcade


Nov

15

microscope.JPGScience experiments are a fantastic way to learn while having fun, and ZOOMsci is full of free ideas for science activities and experiments. Try making butter in the Chemistry section, a homemade flashlight in the Engineering section, or a potato maze in the Life Science section! There are over 150 different ideas available, so go ahead and get started!


Nov

13

spy.JPGI’ve just discovered the I Spy website (the online version of the popular kids riddle books), and have been having fun exploring all the free stuff. The site is filled with games, activities, riddles, coloring pages, etc. It even has some cool desktop wallpapers.You can make your own I Spy pictures, solve riddles, play bingo, put together puzzles, and lots  more! And be sure to visit TV Fun for more games and coloring pages.


Nov

10

thanksgiving_04.JPGHere’s another classic Thanksgiving activity. Have a blast being creative with these fantastic coloring sheets!

Turkey Coloring Page

Indian and Pilgrim Friendship Coloring Page

Mayflower Coloring Page
And one more printable activity, a tic-tac-toe turkey.

Tic-Tac-Toe Turkey Game


Nov

8

webkinz-hippo.jpgCheck out these great Webkinz activities from Printables 4 Kids. Have fun unscrambling all the Webkinz friends in the word scramble, and help the Webkinz pets make it through the maze to rescue their friend the Yorkie and bring him home to play!


Nov

6

teenyturkeys.jpgOne of my favorite parts about Thanksgiving I have to admit, is the food. So today I’m sharing a few recipes for some seasonal goodies. Try out these cute Thanksgiving treats that are just as much fun to make as they are to eat!

Oreo Cookie Turkeys - Turkeys made with oreos, peanut butter cups, candy corn, and malted milk balls. I remember making these adorable turkeys with my sisters when I was young, it’s definitely a favorite!

Pilgrim Hat Marshmallow Treats - Marshmallows dipped in chocolate to look like pilgrim hats.

Teeny Turkey Sandwiches - Little bite size sandwiches decorated with peppers, peas, cheese, pepperoni, and nuts, to look like turkeys.


Nov

3

pilgrim2.jpgI can’t believe it’s this close, but Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so get ready to have lots of holiday fun! Here are some easy Pilgrim and Indian crafts to get you started. All you need is a toilet paper roll, some crayons or markers, glue, and paper to print out the template.

This is a great way to teach kids why we celebrate this holiday. As you make these crafts you can tell kids the story of the first thanksgiving, and the kids will enjoy acting it out with their characters.


Home
About FreeStuff4Kids
Submit Free Stuff



Archives