Kids Corner

Marbled Clay Beads

350x255_beads.jpgThis fun project can take on whatever look you want. Whether it’s a marbled design or one of more solid color, kids will have a blast putting them together.

Coffee Can Drum

350x255_coffeestep2_rdax_65.jpgKids love music and banging on pots, pans, and plastic containers. Combine their creativity with their musical talent by making this adorable homemade drum.

Paper Plate Porthole

350x255_paperporthole3_rdax_65.jpgThis project, adapted from the well known Paper Plate Aquarium, is a unique and fun way for kids to create their own world under the sea. If making this as a classroom project, line the wall with gray paper and line up your portholes for all to see.

Pretty Pencil Pinwheel

350x255_pinwheel2_rdax_65.jpgPinwheels are an age old craft that your Grandma will remember. Put together these pretty wind decorations and stick them in your garden.

Summer Vacation Stationery

350x255_summerletterhead2_rdax_65.jpgKids will love this project that allows them to personalize their own letters about summer vacation. Whether it’s a letter from summer camp, a note to Grandma about your trip or a letter to a friend that is gone for the summer, your kids will enjoy this project.

Sand-Filled Bottles

350x255_glass.jpgTake a bit of the beach home with you by crafting these cool sand-filled bottles. Kids will have fun making these at the beach or cottage and they make a great summer souvenir to take home.

Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag

350x255_icecreambag_rdax_65.jpgMilk can become homemade ice cream in five minutes by using a bag! This homemade, creamy treat is a summertime delight for kids and adults alike.

Sand Art

natsand.gifWhile away long summer afternoons with sand art. Also called sand painting, this is a simple but satisfying craft that's good for Earth Day in the springtime or any dry summer day that follows.

Sand Sculpture

sandtreasure.gifEvery beachside sculptor knows the frustration of seeing a masterpiece swept away by the waves. Now kids can craft a permanent sand sculpture just by using sand, water and cornstarch.

Seashell Critters

350x255_shell2_rdax_65.jpgSave the shells you find on the beach this summer and make these adorable little seashell critters. This activity is a great way to test kids' creativity--have a seashell critter fashion show when you are all done!

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