Parent-Child Crafts

Whether your child is a preschooler or a preteen, doing crafts together is a great bonding experience – not to mention a fun way of spending a rainy afternoon. By doing crafts together an adult can help a child do projects much more advanced than the child could do on his or her own. These experiences are important opportunities for children to observe tasks that one day they will be old enough to do.

Parents, or any adult who is working with a child, can help guide children through the process of learning tasks such as using scissors, glue, rulers, needle and thread, and other basic tools of making.

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Make a Nature Exploration Bag with Children

If your child loves collecting treasures in nature, this easy-to-make collection tote will save pockets and backpacks from crushed leaves and rocks.

May 8, 2012 – Susan Caplan

Painting Furniture with Kids

Painting furniture is a great way to save a sturdy item that looks old or drab. Look for pieces that you can redo at yard sales and thrift shops.

Apr 20, 2012 – Susan Caplan

Decoupage Craft Boxes: A Recycling Project for Parents and Kids

Organize all those kids' craft supplies, everything from empty egg cartons to scraps of paper, with this nearly-free craft project that looks great.

Mar 29, 2012 – Susan Caplan

Easter Craft for Kids: Glass Jar Easter Bunny

This is a fun Easter craft for kids to do with a parent or caregiver. Turn a glass jar into an Easter decoration with a few supplies and some imagination.

Mar 13, 2012 – Lara Smith

Make Your Own Lacing Cards

Save money and create different hand-eye coordination challenges for your child with handmade lacing cards in geometric and animal shapes..

Feb 13, 2012 – Susan Caplan

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