“Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” So said William Morris, and this flower number line scores full marks, being a a great way for children to learn about number patterns and relationships – and also looking absolutely lovely! Here’s how to make one, and how to play some number line games.
Ever wondered how to make coloured sand? It’s quick and easy and a great recipe for sensory play and kids art activities.
Here’s my DIY coloured sand recipe along with some ideas for how to use it for play and art.
Story stones are a great art project and make pretty ‘loose parts’ toys to use for storytelling and pretend play. Here’s a guide on how to make story stones and ideas for how to use them in class and in forest school.
Here’s a glitter butterfly craft from our archive to celebrate the fact that we spotted our first butterfly in the garden this week!
Strawberries are a super choice when you’re gardening with children. They’re easy to grow, taste delicious and come autumn it’s easy to get more, free, plants from their runners. Here’s how to grow strawberries in containers along with a fun idea combining science and senses.
Rebecca from CraftCreateCalm joins us today with a printable shell counting game.
