Kids
American Toad Origami
With the American toad being the animal of the week, how could we not make an origami jumping frog. I learned how to make these when I was in middle school and for some reason, it has stuck with me. It’s one of the best crafts I’ve done because you get a jumping frog from Read More »
Read MoreMake your own Punxsutawney Phil
With yesterday being Groundhog Day, I decided we should be able to make our own Punxsutawney Phil. Now you can have your own groundhog too! Let’s start with the supplies you will need. Supplies: Brown paper, white paper, black paper Scissors Glue Pencil if you want to draw before you cut Step 1: Read More »
Read MoreMourning Dove Craft
Since this week’s animal of the week is the Mourning Dove, we are going to make an origami dove. I’m going to be honest, it might be a bit of a challenge for younger kids but it’s definitely worth it because it’s pretty cool. If you need more help, check out the video on our Read More »
Read MoreCanada Goose Made of Hearts
Canada Geese are very common around Iowa and if you have ever wondered if you could have one as a pet, now you can. Our craft of the week features our animal of the week. It allows you to have your very own Canada Goose. Supplies: Colored paper: white, black, tan, and brown Pencil Read More »
Read MoreEasy Mouse Craft
Have you ever wanted a pet mouse? I’ve had them before and they’re very fun but I think this craft is way better. Not only is it cute, it’s way less maintenance. Here are the steps to make this cute little mouse friend. Supplies: Tan paper Pink paper Black paper Scissors Glue Googly eyes Read More »
Read MoreQuick and Fun Badger Craft
When looking on Pinterest to find a craft for badgers, there wasn’t a very wide selection but the one I did find, is very cute. It has the coloring for the European badger instead of the American badger but it’s possible to switch it up. I left it as the European badger coloring to show Read More »
Read MoreOrigami Bunny Craft
Do you want your very own bunny? Me too but they’re a lot of work so I have opted to have my own bunny in origami form. You can do the same if you follow the instructions below. Supplies: A square piece of paper A black pen or marker A pink pen or marker Read More »
Read MoreSnowman Handprint Craft
While 5 snowmen seem like a lot and like it would be a lot of work, I promise, it’s not. This snowman handprint craft is very simple and very fun for the little ones. In the spirit of the holidays, make this cute snowmen craft and show us by sharing it on social media and Read More »
Read MoreEasy Raccoon Craft
Want a fun, quick craft that makes the cutest raccoon? Well, look no further. Here is a quick and fun raccoon craft. You only need a few supplies: Any color paper Black construction paper A newspaper Scissors A glue stick Googly eyes Step 1: Cut a rounded pyramid out of the newspaper and glue Read More »
Read MoreHow to make an origami coyote
Have you ever tried your hand at origami? I hadn’t really either until I decided to make this coyote. It was so cute I just had to try it and now you can too. All you need is a piece of paper that’s a square and be ready to fold. You can use origami paper Read More »
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