Andrew has a loose tooth, but no matter what he does he can’t seem to get it out. Read the hilarious story Andrew’s Loose Tooth by Robert Munsch to find out what crazy tricks Andrew’s family and friends have him try to get that loose tooth! Then do our fun mouth craft for Tooth Fairy Day on February 28.

What You’ll Need:
*Andrew’s Loose Tooth by Robert Munsch
*White paper
*Red or pink yarn
*Cotton balls
*Glue

Preparation:

Can’t get enough of the Olympics? Create your very own torch for the Olympic flame, hold an opening ceremony, then participate in your own Olympic games!

What You’ll Need:
*Paper towel cardboard roll
*Aluminum foil
*Olympic decorations such as stickers, or markers for decorating
*Orange construction paper or tissue paper
*Tape

Preparation:
*Decide ahead of time which “sports” you want to have in your Olympics. Some suggestions below.

Activity:

We cannot tell a lie! These bingo dot cherry trees are a fun way to celebrate George Washington’s birthday. Don’t have a bingo dauber? That’s OK – use a Q-tip or fingertip and red paint instead.

What You’ll Need:
*Tree template, one per child, see attachments below
*Green & brown crayons or colored pencils
*Red bingo dauber (available at most dollar stores) OR Q-tip and red paint

Preparation:
*Print out one template per child – see attachments below.

Make these Mardi Gras masks using whatever craft materials you have around. Don’t forget to send us pictures of your little ones wearing their masks and we may post it to our site!

What You’ll Need:
*Mask template, see below
*Crayons, markers, etc.
*Craft supplies – feathers, pipe cleaners, cotton balls, etc.
*Cereal box, oaktag, or other lightweight cardboard
*Scissors
*Glue
*Hole punch or sharp pencil
*Yarn

Preparation:

Use this President’s Day to teach your children the value of money – literally! First do our coin rubbing activity, then use various coins to practice counting, learn about money, and more.

What You’ll Need:
*coins
*paper
*colored pencils or crayons

Preparation:
*Make sure you have enough coins to do the activities below. If not, just adjust the numbers accordingly.

Activity:

A hands-on craft that will make a great Valentine for Mom, Dad, grandparents, teachers – anyone you want to Be Yours this Valentine’s Day!

What You’ll Need:
*paper
*red paint
*paintbrush
*red marker
*paper towels or baby wipes

Preparation:
*Have your child wash their hands and dry them thoroughly.

Activity:
*Use the paintbrush to paint your child’s palm and fingers red. If you have a very young child, you may want to do one hand at a time.

Have your child create a mailbox that suits their style and personality to collect their Valentines this year! (Thanks to Peggy L. for submitting her children’s boxes: Meg, Henry, & Matthew.)

What You’ll Need:
*shoebox
*scissors
*markers/crayons/colored pencils/paint
*wrapping paper or brown kraft paper (optional)
*glue
*craft supplies such as stickers, pipe cleaners, glitter, construction paper, stamps, etc.
*tape

Preparation:

February is "Bake for Family Fun" Month! So we are reposting this great Book Club activity for you to enjoy with your family. Happy baking!

Will you have an early spring or six more weeks of winter? Create your own groundhog and find out!

What You’ll Need:
*Groundhog template, see below (1 template makes 4 crafts)
*Paper plate
*Crayons, markers, etc.
*Scissors
*Glue
*Popsicle sticks (1 per craft)

Preparation:
*Print out a groundhog template – either the PDF OR MS Word versions below.
*Poke a hole in the center of the paper plate with the scissors.