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Soooo you know that we adore pine cone crafts, right? And that we have rather a thing about OWLS? Well.... we have made pine cone owls before (which look lovely as little Christmas Tree Decorations). Now Pip Squeak has started school (she is in Reception), her teacher asked if I could come in and craft again with the kids (I used to do it with Red Ted, when he was in Reception). As it is Autumn and "pine cone" season here in the UK, I thought Pine Cone Owls would be perfect. I did however want to adapt the craft to make it easier to make them in the class room environment - I had seen these ADORABLE snow owls a while back and thought that they would be perfect for Pip Squeak and her class mates (all 4-5yrs old). I talked to her teacher before hand and we decided to combine the craft with a simple fun filled morning all to do with owls and a wonderful book about Sarah, Bill and Percy - the Snow Owls that miss their Mum! We also talked about basic shapes (triangles and circles) and Pip Squeak's teacher set up some activity tables for the children to practice their word writing and cutting out characters and creating Owl Baby collages.

Owl Babies by Martin Waddell - UK Readers click here for info and US readers click her for info (affiliate links added for you convenience)
NOTE: These lovely Pinecone Owls where first published in Oct 2014. To celebrate the 20th anniversary and the release of the Owl Babies board book, we have republished them for you today.
These lovely Pine Cone owls, are also included as Ornaments that preschoolers can make in our easy to download and print out Christmas Ornament Book. Each craft is shared on one page - making the perfect worksheet print outs. Lovely to have them all in one place too!

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To Make your Pine Cone Owl Babies you will need:

One pine cone per child (we had 31 one!)

Some cotton wool (we used about 1.5 "normal sized" bags from Boots!)

Some felt in various colours (for eyes and beaks)

Googly eyes

a little glue at the very end

To Make your Pine Cone Owl Babies:

1) We began the "session" by reading the Owl Babies by Martin Waddell - UK Readers click here for info and US readers click her for info (affiliate links added for your convenience).

2) We then talked about shapes. What shapes they could find in the owl babies pictures - in particularly focusing on circles and triangles.

3) Then we sat down to get crafty. I encouraged the children to feel the prickly pine cones and the soft soft cotton wool. Wonderful contrasting for the senses... Then begin by "tearing" the cotton wool apart to make it smaller and stuff the pieces into the pine cones. No glue needed in this part of making your pine cone owl!

4)Once your owl is "sufficiently stuffed" - make sure there are no loose bits hanging out. Cut circle and and triangles for the children - if they are able and there is enough time, encourage the children to cut these themselves. Use a little white glue to stick these on.

Once the felt and beak are in place, add googly eyes.

5) Place all in one place.. and admire your flock of pine cone Snowy Owls.. say aaaaaaahh.

And here is Pip Squeak with her Snow Owl (this is the big sister, Mummy!).

The teacher printed out some activities sheets to practice copying out some words and practice their cutting skills to create collages.

They also had an activity table, where they cut out the characters and got to stick them onto a woody background, perfect for creating a story board collage and practicing their cutting skills.

When we got home, we made some more with Red Ted!

More gorgeous Autumn Crafts for Preschool here:

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Soooo you know that we adore pine cone crafts, right? And that we have rather a thing about OWLS? Well.... we have made pine cone owls before (which look lovely as little Christmas Tree Decorations).

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This lava lamp experiment is super cool! Your kids will love exploring colored water and oil, but a surprise ingredient will make this science activity even more exciting!

It's always a hit with the kids. So grab a few household supplies and give this lava lamp science activity a try!

Lava Lamp Science Experiment

As part of our science lessons this school year, we are trying out all kinds of really neat science experiments and activities. This lava lamp experiment tops the list!
*Disclaimer: Adult supervision is required for this experiment. You must supervise your children at all times while doing it. Do not allow children to put any of the items in their mouth and do not do this experiment if your children still put things in their mouth.
Both of my kids had a blast with this. We've actually done it several times and with all different colors, but it never ceases to amaze them. It's almost shocking how long they will engage with it.

One great thing about this science experiment is that you only need a few supplies and your probably already have most of them in your home or classroom.

Lava Lamp Experiment
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To begin, color about 1/2 cup of water with food coloring. I like using these gel food colors for vibrant coloring.

Take the Alka Seltzer tablets and break them into 2 or 3 pieces. Place them in a small cup or container.

Fill a glass about 3/4 full with vegetable oil. Then pour in the colored water until the liquid in the cup is about 1-2 inches from the top.

You don't want it to overflow! Well, unless you want to turn it into an eruption experiment too. For this reason and quick cleanup, I like to do this on a tray.

Add pieces of the Alka Seltzer tablet to the cup. *DO NOT let kids put the tablet in their mouth at any time.

Why this Science Experiment Works

The water and oil do not mix and the oil doesn't change color because the food coloring is water soluble. The Alka Seltzer reacts with the water to make bubbles of carbon dioxide.

The bubbles attach themselves to the blobs of colored water and bring them to the top of the glass. When the bubbles pop the blobs of colored water fall back to the bottom of the glass.

This lava science experiment is sure to WOW your kids. They may even ask you to do it over and over again like mine did!

Video of Lava Lamp Experiment

Winter Lava Lamp Experiment!

This Blizzard Lava Lamp experiment is super cool! Your kids will love exploring colored water and oil with a winter twist!

Our kids were so excited because it looked like a blizzard was going on inside the glass. They had a blast with this fun science activity!

Benefits of Science Experiments with Kids

Science experiments help foster curiosity, ignite children's imagination and help nurture a love for learning! It's a great way for kids to develop fine motor skills, problem solving and analytical thinking while having fun and being creative!

From colorful chemical reactions to mesmerizing physics your kids will have a blast learning.
1. Hands-On Learning
When young kids actively engage in experiments, they grasp complicated concepts more easily. The tactile nature of experiments allows them to visualize abstract ideas, fostering comprehension that traditional teaching methods might struggle to achieve.
2. Cultivating Critical Thinking
Through engaging in science experiments, children refine their skills in observing, analyzing, and incorporating new information.
3. Fostering Creativity
Science experiments often involve a degree of unpredictability. When children witness unexpected outcomes, they are prompted to think creatively and to experiment with new strategies. This nurtures an environment of innovation, where they learn that failure is not a setback, but rather an opportunity to learn!
4. Building Confidence and Self-Esteem
As kids conduct experiments and have successful results, their confidence grows. This newfound confidence will have a positive ripple effect, encouraging them to tackle new challenges with enthusiasm and perseverance.
5. Real-Life Application
Science experiments bring scientific theories to life, showcasing how the principles are applied in real-world situations.
6. Improved Fine Motor Skills
Engagement in science experiments is a fun way for kids to work on fine motor skills. They will be accomplishing a variety of tasks using their hands, while learning and having a great time.
7. Bonding and Collaborative Learning
Science experiments can become wonderful bonding experiences for families, friends, and classmates. Whether it's a family project or a group activity in the classroom, kids will develop connections and create great memories.

Science experiments offer amazing benefits for kids while being fun and engaging!

Other Fun Science Experiments

Grow a Rainbow with this fun science experiment! This is quick to setup and you just need markers, a paper towel and two cups of water!

Try this super simple Oobleck recipe that only requires two household ingredients!

If your kids love this oobleck activity, they will absolutely love the Dinosaur Dig Excavation activity!

This rainbow Walking Water Science Experiment is one of our most popular science activities!

This rain cloud jar science experiment gives children a chance to explore clouds and rain in a fun and engaging way.

Explore chromatography with this fun chromatography science experiment for kids!

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Super Cool Lava Lamp Experiment for Kids

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This lava lamp experiment is super cool! Your kids will love exploring colored water and oil, but a surprise ingredient will make this science activity even more exciting! It's always a hit with the kids. So grab a few household supplies and give this lava lamp science activity a try!

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Educational and craft activities for kids and parents

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If you are looking for a fun and festive way to incorporate a fine motor activity at home or school this holiday season, we have the perfect activity for you! In this post learn how to make this fine motor Christmas tree craft with our helpful template, step-by-step tutorial and video.

The lacing in this fun Christmas craft not only makes a colorful decoration to the Christmas tree but it's also an amazing fine motor activity for kids. We left our fine motor Christmas trees with lacing as the decoration but you could also add some pom-poms or sequins for additional decorations on your trees.

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Supplies:

Instructions:

1. Download and print out the fine motor Christmas tree template. Print out the Christmas trees on green cardstock and the pot on red cardstock (or the color of your choice). Use your scissors to cut out the pieces of the template.

2. Place a jumbo craft stick at the bottom of one of the Christmas tree template pieces and use tape to secure it in place.

3. Use a glue stick to add glue all over the Christmas tree and on top of the jumbo craft stick. Then place the other Christmas tree template piece on top of the glue, lining it up with the Christmas tree.

4. Grab your hole punch and punch holes around the outside perimeter of the Christmas tree.

5. Cut off a length of multi-colored yarn that is 2-3 feet long. Tape one end of the yarn on the back of your Christmas tree at the bottom. Then lace the yarn through the different holes on the tree to decorate your Christmas tree.

How to Make a Fine Motor Christmas Tree Craft

Author www.iheartcraftythings.com

Yarn lacing is great fine motor work for preschoolers

Kids get so much benefit from fine motor activities like this fine motor Christmas tree craft. Pinching the yarn and using their finger muscles to work the yarn through the different holes of the tree is a fabulous way for kids to strengthen their fine motor muscles and to work on their hand to eye coordination skills.

6. After lacing through all of the holes up the Christmas tree, tape the yarn on the back of the Christmas tree and cut off any excess yarn.

7. Peel the backing off one of your glitter star stickers and place it at the top of your Christmas tree. Turn the tree over and add a second star sticker on the back of the Christmas tree, lining it up with the first sticker.

8. Place one of the red pots underneath the jumbo craft stick at the bottom of your Christmas tree. Secure it in place with some tape.

9. Add glue around the red pot and on top of the craft stick. Then line up and place the second pot on top of the glue.

Your fine motor Christmas Tree craft is complete

Kids can use their creativity to lace the yarn around their tree any way they want. This makes the craft look different for everyone. Kids might like to make straight laces across their tree like the one pictured below, or they might like going through the holes several different times to make crosses all over their tree.

Some Helpful Tips

Elementary age children can easily create this craft all on their own but toddlers and preschoolers will need some assistance. For youngsters, it might be helpful to put together the Christmas trees for them. Then tape the yarn on the back of the tree and have it all ready for them to practice their lacing skills.

Prepping the Christmas trees might also be a good idea if you want to make this craft as part of a classroom Christmas party. Add the children's names on the red pots and you have a perfect Christmas party fine motor activity.

Video Tutorial: How to Make a Fine Motor Christmas Tree Craft

Watch the video below to be guided through each step of this fine motor Christmas tree craft. You can view more easy kids craft tutorials on our Facebook page, or right here on our website.

More fun Christmas Crafts for Kids

Looking for more fun fine motor Christmas crafts? Kids will love making this yarn wrapped Reindeer craft this holiday season. You can glue a ribbon to the back and turn it into a Christmas ornament.

This adorable Christmas moose craft is another fun way to work on fine motor skills. The yarn wrapped Christmas lights around the antlers makes it super festive for Christmas.

Kids will go crazy over this fun Paper Plate Snow Globe Craft. We have a cactus in the middle but you could add any sort of scenery inside that you want.

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I made chicken alfredo last night and saved a few dry penne noodles to make these pretty little dragonflies! They turned out sooo cute! This is a great spring or summer craft for kids to make.
Materials Needed:
Start by gluing the mini popsicle stick to a piece of card stock and then the noodles. Make sure they fit flat against each other in an angle.

Once they are dry to the paper, grab some bright paints and make the wings/body beautiful! I sprinkled on some sparkly confetti (sold at craft stores) to make them shimmer! Glue on some googly eyes and a few sequins to finish them off!

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I made chicken alfredo last night and saved a few dry penne noodles to make these pretty little dragonflies! They turned out sooo cute! This is a great spring or summer craft for kids to make. Materials Needed: Start by gluing the mini popsicle stick to a piece of card stock and then the noodles.

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This Wood Block Penguin Craft is insanely easy to make and will look great on your porch (or balcony or wherever) , no matter if it's made by you or by your kids. It's easy peasy!

We shared a similar wood block snowman craft a while a go, and this one makes it's perfect companion.

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This cute penguin can be a great Christmas craft or a winter craft to make, either by grown ups or kids - it's easy enough for all ages.

It also solves an important problem... What to do with that pair-less glove. Or that pair-less sock, as socks make the most wonderful hats too. Gather them all up for this craft project. If you are one of the "lucky" ones and have a ton of pair-less socks, specifically white ones, you can also make this cool sock snowman craft. Trust me, you won't stop by making only one.

How to Make a Wood Block Penguin Craft

What you need:

a block of wood (scrap wood is best)

acrylic paints / craft paints - white, black and optionally orange

black marker

glove

orange constructions paper, scissors, glue

ribbon

Step by Step Instructions

If you are working with scrap wood, clean it up a bit first.
Paint one side of the block white.

Allow the paint to dry completely before you move to the next step.

Draw a U shape with the black marker. Draw the penguin eyes.

Paint around the U shape with black paint.

Paint all other sides of the wood block paint.

Let the paint dry.

Cut orange feet and beak and glue on the block.

Alternatively you can also paint these details with orange craft paint.

Take the glove and place it on the penguins head - some pushing and pulling might be needed.

You can use a rubber band and tie it around the "fingers".

Tie a ribbon around the fingers.

All done!

You've made yourself one adorable Wood Block Penguin Craft.

Happy crafting!

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This Wood Block Penguin Craft is insanely easy to make and will look great on your porch (or balcony or wherever) , no matter if it's made by you or by your kids. It's easy peasy! We shared a similar wood block snowman craft a while a go, and this one makes it's perfect companion.

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Inside: Kids of all ages will enjoy making this DIY popsicle stick Snowman Hat Ornament for Christmas. Such a cute and easy craft idea for the holidays!
Christmas is just around the corner! If you like to make homemade Christmas ornaments, it's time to break out the craft sticks, felt, and hot glue gun. This adorable DIY popsicle stick Snowman Hat Ornament is perfect for Christmas.

How to Make a Snowman Hat Ornament

Every holiday season, my kids and I spend time together creating homemade ornaments. Inspired by their favorite Christmas movie, Frosty the Snowman, we used craft sticks (popsicle sticks), paint, buttons, and felt to create a festive Snowman Hat Ornament.

This is a great craft for school, home, or special holiday events. If you are making this craft with a large group of children, you may wish to put the hats together in advance for the kids to paint.

To Make This Snowman Hat Ornament You Will Need

Directions for Snowman Hat Ornament

1. After gathering supplies, arrange the popsicle sticks so there are 5 miniature craft sticks on the top and 2 standard craft sticks on the bottom.

2. Glue 2 mini craft sticks on top of the arrangement to secure them and create the shape of the snowman hat.

3. When the glue is dry, flip the snowman hat over to paint it. Paint the 4 top mini craft sticks and the bottom 2 craft sticks black. Paint the bottom mini craft stick red.

Alternatively, you could choose to paint the craft sticks before gluing them together to create the snowman hat.

If desired, seal the paint with Satin Mod Podge.

4. Use pinking shears to cut 2 leaves from the green felt. When the paint is dry, glue the leaves to the hat with tacky craft glue or hot glue.

5. Next, glue 3 red buttons on top of the leaves with tacky craft glue or hot glue.

6. Secure a loop of string to the back of the ornament with tacky craft glue or hot glue.

7. Hang and enjoy!

Isn't this ornament darling? It looks adorable hanging on the tree or tied to a Christmas gift.

Video Tutorial: Snowman Hat Ornament

Watch the video below to be guided through each step of this craft. You can view more easy kids craft tutorials on our Facebook Page, Teachers Pay Teachers Page, or right here on our website.

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With Christmas just around the corner, what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to do some fun Christmas Crafts for Kids? You have come to the right place at The Best Ideas for Kids to get inspired with so many fun Christmas activities and crafts for your kids! We've gathered over 50+ of our favorite Christmas kids crafts. And be sure to check back often for new Christmas crafts and activities. We'll be adding new ideas every week!

50+ Christmas Crafts for Kids

We've broken down the crafts into different sections for you to make it easy to find the perfect Christmas craft for your kids!

Santa Crafts for Kids

Santa crafts have to be one of our favorite - crafting with pom poms and cotton balls couldn't be more fun for kids!

1. Salt Dough Santa Handprint

2. Popsicle Stick Santa

3. Santa Handprint Card

4. Paper Plate Shape Santa

5. Handprint Santa

6. Paper Plate Santa

7. Cotton Ball Santa Card

8. Fluffy Santa Slime

9. Wiggly Paper Santa Craft

SEE ALSO: Free Printable Santa Beard Countdown

Christmas Tree Crafts for Kids

Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree... look at all these amazing Christmas Tree crafts! These are such a great selection of creative Christmas tree crafts including popsicle sticks, papers and handprints!

1. Handprint Christmas Tree

2. Christmas Tree Card

3. Handprint Christmas Tree Card with Fingerprint Lights

4. 3D Paper Roll Christmas Tree

5. Egg Carton Christmas Tree

6. Salt Painted Christmas Tree

7. Pasta Noodle Christmas Tree

8. Popsicle Stick Christmas Trees

9. Yarn Paper Plate Christmas Tree
SEE ALSO: Fork Painted Christmas Trees
We also love these Pine Cone Christmas Trees.

Reindeer Crafts for Kids

Christmas eve wouldn't be the same without Rudolph. We love Christmas crafts for kids that put Rudolph's nose in the spotlight!

1. Reindeer Lights Handprint Card

2. Toilet Paper Roll Reindeer

3. Salt Dough Reindeer Handprint

4. Paper Strip Reindeer

5. Wooden Spoon Reindeer

6. Handprint Reindeer Card
SEE ALSO: Reindeer Footprint
Snowman Crafts for Kids

We love this selection of unique and creative snowmen crafts. From snow globes to clothespins there's a snowman craft here for everyone!

1. Cotton Ball Snowman Card

2. Snowman Cards

3. Toilet Paper Roll Snowman

4. Wiggly Paper Snowman

5. Egg Carton Snowman

6. Handprint Snowman Card

7. Upside Down Clothespin Snowman

8. Clothespin Snowmen

9. Cotton Ball Snowmen
See also: How to Make a Cork Snowman
Elf Crafts for Kids

We can't forget about Santa's little helpers. The elves are busy at work so why not work on an elf craft? Grab some cardboard tubes or popsicle sticks and make some of Santa's helpers today!

1. Wiggly Paper Elf Craft

2. Toilet Paper Roll Elf

3. Handprint Elf

4. Clothespin Elf

6. Egg Carton Elf

7. Paper Plate Elf

8. Handprint Elf Card

9. Wooden Spoon Elf

Snowflake Crafts for Kids

We love how beautiful and unique these snowflake crafts are! Make paper or coffee filter snowflakes. Or turn popsicle sticks into snowflakes and make ornaments for your tree!

1. Popsicle Stick Snowflakes

2. Salt Painted Snowflakes

3. Clothespin Snowflakes

4. Paper Snowflake Templates

5. Paper Roll Stamped Snowflake Art

6. Q-tip Snowflakes

7. Snowflake Suncatchers

8. Watercolor Snowflake Art

9. Pipe Cleaner Snowflakes

Ornament Crafts for Kids

Finally, we have selected our favorite ornaments for kids to make. Choose from making your own ornaments with macaroni noodles or from salt dough. These ornaments will be cherished for many years to come!

1. Salt Dough Handprint Ornament

2. Salt Dough Star Ornament

3. Glitter Salt Dough Ornaments

4. Pasta Christmas Ornaments

5. Salt Dough Ornament Shape

6. Doily Angel

7. Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments

8. Cardboard Ornaments

9. Unicorn Ornament

You can also make pipe cleaner candy canes and hang them on the tree!

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Over 50 of the Best Christmas Crafts for Kids - santa, reindeer, snowmen, snowflakes, elf, christmas trees and more!