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Science Experiment Valentine

Science Experiment Valentine

The perfect Valentine for your science loving kids is simple to put together and tons of fun for your child’s classmates and their families. Carter’s school has a no-candy Valentine rule, and while we have done several non-candy valentines over the years, he vetoed several ideas before landing on this science experiment themed Test Tube

Paper Plate Marble Mazes

Paper Plate Marble Mazes

If you’re looking for an easy kids craft that uses their STEM skills and endless possibilities, paper plate marble mazes are the perfect activity! Carter just finished 2nd grade last week and the 2nd grade teachers put a lot of effort into making the last month of school really fun with special days each week where

Glow in the Dark Bouncy Ball Valentine

Glow in the Dark Bouncy Ball Valentine

Your kids will have a ball celebrating their friendship with classmates or neighborhood friends with these fun non-candy Valentines featuring inexpensive bouncy balls. Get the free printables! We’ve been doing non-candy Valentines the last few years because we have the odd kid who doesn’t really like candy that much (well except for a few very specific

Cookie Decorating Made Easy

Cookie Decorating Made Easy

Cookie decorating has never been easier with  Color Me cookies and edible ink markers. These are perfect for kids birthday parties or holidays or other special events. Plus, no messy colored sugar sprinkles involved. (Sprinkles are pretty much the baking equivalent to glitter!) *I received free cookies from Eleni’s cookies in exchange for my unbiased review. I come

Homemade Bubble Solution

Homemade Bubble Solution

Make a homemade bubble solution with common household ingredients you already have on hand. We had a great end to Carter’s spring break from school last week. I took Friday off from work and we went to the Science Center of Iowa. It’s a place Carter has really grown to love more as he’s gotten