Sparking Imagination and Creativity

The monthly Preschool Sparks ezine brings parents/teachers/caregivers great preschool craft ideas and tips to do with your child/children. Monthly-theme-related craft ideas, tips, quotes, resources, opportunities and articles will all be included for extra value!

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Contents:

1.Welcome from Rachel
2.Updates at create-kids-crafts.com
3.Crafts for May/Mother's Day
4.Tips and Quotes
5.Recommended craft web sites


1. Welcome from Rachel!

From the first hug, the first lullaby, begins her gift of love. As a teacher, guide and friend she is truly a WOW woman. In this issue help your kids express their love for Mom through these Mother’s Day crafts.


For more preschool spring and Mother's Day crafts visit my new website www.discover-preschool-activities.com
If you haven't done so yet, have a look at my Playdough book for some fun family time together with your kids.



2. Updates at create-kids-crafts.com

For more spring and Mother's Day craft ideas for kids please visit www.create-kids-crafts.com and www.discover-preschool-activities.com

I've also started a contest for preschool ideas. For more details,click here.
 (or visit www.discover-preschool-activities.com and click on the contest button on the left side of the page.)




1.Colored pasta necklace or bracelet

Here’s a classic that would make a fun Mother’s Day (or Father's Day) gift or just a fun project for anytime.
What You Need: Pasta with holes (ziti, macaroni, etc.), food coloring, plastic lace, zip-close plastic bags, craft stick, newspaper.

How You Make It: Add 1 Tbsp. food coloring to 1/4 cup of pasta in a zip-close bag and shake to coat (adult can add coloring and child can shake the bag). Pour pasta onto aluminum foil to dry, speading into one layer with craft stick. Once dry, string on plastic lacing and tie securely.

2.Flower pot decorated with foam pieces

Here’s an easy craft that uses ready-made foam pieces and a small terra cotta pot. This is a great way to fill a short stretch of crafting time without needing to get out the glue and other messy supplies.
What You Need: Terra cotta flower pot; adhesive-backed foam animals, bugs, flowers, etc.
How to Make It: Give each child a flower pot and offer a nice variety of foam pieces to choose from in decorating his or her special flower pot. These make a great gift. You could also help your preschooler plant a real flower in the pot.





4. Tips and Quotes
Tips:-Always provide close supervision, especially when sharp objects, such as scissors or messy paints are present.

-Don’t rush. Plan ample time for preparation, activity, and clean up.

Quote:
”Live so that when your children think of fairness and integrity, they think of you.”
H.Jackson Brown, Jr.




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