If you have children, lots of things are more fun done with them than without them. Particularly, their first times doing anything – riding a bike, kicking a ball, eating an ice cream. The reaction of a child is so all encompassing, so engrossing, that it reminds you what it was once like to be […]
Homeschool Extra-Curricular Activities for Health Plus Giveaway!
As a homeschooling mom, it is important to me that my kids will be able to associate with other kids on a regular basis and enjoy some of the sports activities that I’m not able to coordinate at home. That’s why we’ve been involved in our local soccer league each semester – and they love […]
Keeping Kids Hydrated – Tips and Tricks
My kids have been playing sports this past year and one of the things I’ve noticed is that it is so much easier to get them to drink water when they are staying active on a regular basis. While the human body is 65% water, the human brain is 75% water – and with children’s […]
Radio Flyer Shockwave Scooter Giveaway
My kids like to play outside and ride their bikes or scooters. Our one scooter was a well-used hand-me-down from their older aunts and uncles. So when I had a chance to test a Radio Flyer Shockwave scooter (and give one away to an Untrained Housewife reader) I was excited. I remember my first scooter […]
Indoor Toys and Activities to Beat the Heat
Have your kids been suffering from the heat wave? Mine have. I can only let them do so much TV time, so I try to cut back, but when you lose several hours of outside run-amuck time, what do you do? Here are some stay-busy activities and toys that will keep your kids busy.
Hot Wheels Party and the Double Dare Snare Giveaway
If you have little boys, chances are you have Hot Wheels. Our home is no different. So I was happy to have the opportunity to review the and host a testosterone-driven party at our house to check out the latest Hot Wheels track set. So I invited a couple of the boys’ friends and my […]
Craft a Paper Plate Watermelon Purse for Kids!
With a few supplies you probably have around the house, your child can make a inexpensive (or free!) and easy summer purse (or tote, for a boy). Try this sweet summer watermelon craft with young children. Made from one regular paper plate, this craft is great for making any day. This is a cute […]
Li’l Pilgrims Clipart
Here are two Li’l Pigrim Clipart couples to use however you wish! Want to color some? – Not a problem! Download Li’l Pilgrims How to Use the Li’l Pilgrim Clipart Use the Li’l Pilgrim Clipart for Thanksgiving and other themes such as Shakespeare projects. The girls could be maids or other service type occupations […]
Li’l Indians Clipart
Here are some Li’l Indian Clipart in simple style to use in your projects. Download Li’l Indians You can use these as paper dolls or puppets, and there are some plain ones if you want to color them yourself. Download Li’l Indians Plain Have fun with these! Happy Crafting! 🙂 Design by Mina Keenan […]
Wee Log Cabins
Have a fixin’ to have your own wee log cabin? Here’s two for you. Get busy with this paper toy project. An easy project and heaps of fun! Download Light Log Cabin Craft Supplies Paper or cardstock scissors tape or glue Download Dark Log Cabin How to Make the Wee Log Cabins Cut along all […]
Tall Paper Toy Soldiers
Here are some taller Paper Toy Soldiers to boss your other smaller soldiers around. An easy quick craft, these would look nice on the top of a tall bookcase in a child’s room. Craft Supplies Cardboard tubes Paper or card Scissors Glue or tape Download Tall Toy Soldiers – Blue How to Make the Tall […]
Small Paper Toy Soldiers
Need a quick toy for a rainy day? Look no further. Grab those scissors and cardboard tubes and make your own wee army with these Small Paper Toy Soldiers. Craft Supplies: cardboard tubes glue scissors glue or tape paper or card Download Small Toy Soldiers – Blue How to Make Small Paper Toy Soldiers […]
