Spring

K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8

Learn how to make snakes for St. Patrick’s Day, using recycled items from around the house. By: Andrea Mulder-Slater Saint Patrick… According to legend, Saint Patrick drove all the snakes …

Kids can recycle as they turn trash into treasure for teachers, grandparents and friends. By: Andrea Mulder-Slater There’s something special about gifts made by kids, especially when those gifts are …

Seasonal arts, crafts, activities, ideas and more for the month of May. MAY 1 Mother Goose Day Hawaiian Lei Day May Day School Principals’ Day MAY 2 School Bus Drivers …

Here’s a list of seasonal arts, crafts, activities, ideas and more for the month of April. APRIL 1 April Fool’s Day Try this: ► Make an April Fool’s Day Snack …

The following lesson plans will show you and your students six ways to make fantastic flowers (just in time for spring, perhaps?). LINE PAINTING FLOWERS Students will be introduced to …

Help your child infuse everyday objects with sentimental brightness with these five kid and adult-friendly DIY gift ideas. By Ashley McCann When it comes to gift giving, it’s the thought …

A list of seasonal arts, crafts, activities, art lessons and ideas for the month of March. MARCH 1 Try this: ► IN LIKE A LION? This activity allows you to …

Students will practice cutting and pasting patterns as they create a puppy dog. Make this adorable shamrock puppy to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day By Nichelle Buffington What You Need: Patterns …

You can use rubber bands to add interest to dip dye eggs at Easter. What You Need: All purpose egg dye (see below) Hard boiled eggs Plastic Spoon Rubber Bands …

This super easy project is a fun way to create a little package of goodies! This craft makes use of pom poms and candies. What You Need: 8-10 iridescent yellow …

Kids can create a figure using cut-out paper shamrock shapes. By Denota DeCarlo [Denota is a teacher at Kingwood Elementary, Kingwood, WV ] What You Need: shamrock patterns [click for …

Kids can create a mask in the shape of a shamrock. According to Irish legend, Ireland’s patron saint – Saint Patrick – picked the shamrock as a symbol of the …

Perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day or any day you want to show your patriotic spirit! Your front door looks so plain, why not dress it up with this …

This cute little box is not just reserved for the Fourth of July! It is perfect for Memorial Day or any day you feel like showing your patriotism! By Amanda …

Kids can decorate eggs using tissue paper and glue. This is a wonderful activity for preschoolers. By Andrea Mulder-Slater What You Need: hard boiled eggs or eggs that have been …

Make a cute painted ladybug rock for the garden. By Sandy Waters [Sandy is a teacher at Athol/Royalston Regional Schools] What You Need: Rocks Red and Black Tempera or Acrylic …

Make tiny photo frames using the lids of frozen juice containers. By Gretta Keel What You Need: concentrated juice tins photos magnetic strips scissors glue What You Do: For years …