
Crankenstein Valentine
This monstrously funny Valentine's Day story about the world's crankiest kid, written by Samantha Berger and illustrated by a Caldecott Medal-winning artist, Dan Santat.Who is Crankenstein? He may look like an ordinary boy, but he can turn into mumbling, grumbling...

Valentine Envelope Placemats
For each placemat you‘ll need: Paper that measures 34 inches long & 13 inches wide (butcher paper, newsprint, large paper sacks, wrapping paper, wall paper). Scissors & glue. Items to decorate the envelope: stickers, crayons, markers, paper, glitter, etc....

Heart-Shaped Cupcakes
Aren't these darling. To create the heart shape, place a small marble or a 1/2-inch ball of aluminum foil between each liner and one side of the tin (a great job for kids). This will push the paper into the batter to form the notch in the heart.

Service From the Heart
Print and cut out these cards and give a set to each member of your family. Find ways to do service then leave a card. You can sign your name or do it anonymously. Service From the HeartDownload

Pop Up Cards
I had fun with my grandchildren creating pop up cards. You can do them for any occasion. My grandkids wanted to do their favorite characters; dragons and Mario. There are many tutorials. This is the one I used. Tutorial
Story Pyramid
Print out the Story Pyramid template with the lines and write a story with your grandchild about any event you shared together this past year. It could be about a birthday celebration, a holiday, a vacation, or a visit to a museum or park. If you are not able to be...
Surprise Popcorn
Your family will be surprised when they taste this white chocolate covered popcorn and it's easy to make! Surprise Popcorn 8 cups Popped popcorn 1 lb. white chocolate candy coating ¼ cup Peanut butter Put chocolate and peanut butter in the microwave and heat until...

Easy Taco Math
Making tacos with your children or grandchildren can be fun and also help them learn important math skills such as measuring and estimation. Have them use measuring cups and spoons to create their taco filling. Before they measure have them decide how much...

A Gift For Someone Special
This would be a great Mother's Day gift, teacher gift , or a "thank you" to someone special. Just trace & cut-out your handprint, write a short note them glue or tape around a tube of lotion.

Caring For Animals
Showing compassion for animals can help children learn to be kind to all living things.If you have a pet teach your children and grandchildren to be gentle. Show them how to pet an animal on the back instead of on the face. They shouldn't tease or roughhouse with a...
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