Looking for a fun game to keep in the car for your kiddos? This “Parent Hacks” episode shows you how to make a lunchbox filled with a fun sight words activity! What You’ll Need: Metal Lunchbox Popsicle Sticks Magnets Marker Magnetic Letters Write the words of your choice on popsicle sticks. Attach one magnet to the back of each popsicle stick. Place the popsicle sticks […]
Looking for a dish to take to a holiday family gathering? This sweet potato casserole is a true southern dish sure to wow the entire family! Sweet Potato Filling: Three Sweet Potatoes 1/3 cup of Butter 1 cup of Granulated Sugar 1/2 cup of Milk 1 teaspoon of Vanilla Extract Topping: 1 cup of Brown Sugar 1/3 cup of Flour 1/3 cup of Crushed Pecans […]
Looking for a fun activity to do with your kiddos around Halloween? Try out this fluffy version of slime that is super easy to make! What You’ll Need: 1 bottle of Elmer’s Glue 1/2 teaspoon of Baking Soda 1/4 cup of Water 3 cups of Shaving Cream 5 drops of Matte Acrylic Paint 2 tablespoons of Contact Lens Solution Combine the glue, baking soda, and […]
Looking for organic baby food without the sticker shock? Check out these simple recipes to make your own baby food at home! Roasted Banana & Cinnamon Baby Food Ingredients: Bananas Cinnamon Instructions: Slice bananas in half long-ways and place onto a lined baking sheet. Bake in the oven at 325 degrees for 12 minutes. Blend the roasted bananas and a dash of cinnamon together in […]
Materials Needed: Plastic Caddy School Supplies of Your Choice Homework Label Fill a plastic caddy with school supplies that your child typically uses for their homework such as pencils, crayons, markers, highlighters, etc. Print off the homework label and cut it out. Tape the label to the front of the plastic caddy.
Making adorable Halloween-themed food doesn’t have to be hard. Check out these two simple recipes for sweet and savory treats! “Easy to Make” Spider Cupcakes Materials Needed: Pre-Made Cupcakes Assorted Sprinkles Googly Eye Sprinkles Black Pipe Cleaners Instructions: Smooth out the icing on top of the cupcakes. Mix together your assorted sprinkles and dip the cupcakes into them to cover the icing completely. Add on […]
Materials Needed: Contact Paper Construction Paper Sheets of Foam and/or Felt Scissors Tape Create shape outlines using scissors and construction paper. Cut out 8-10 inch shapes in contact paper. Place the cut out construction paper around the borders of the contact paper to create an outline. Cut out matching shapes of various sizes in felt and foam and place in a bag or bowl. Use […]
Making something for dinner that everyone loves is challenging, but this crockpot recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family – even the kiddos! Ingredients: 2 lbs. Hamburger Meat 8 oz. Cream Cheese 1 cup Ricotta Cheese 1/2 cup Sour Cream 1/2 tsp Parsley 1 clove of Minced Garlic 2 jars of Spaghetti Sauce 1 box of Rigatoni Pasta 2 cups Mozzarella […]
For the next installment of our Kids Edition of Hobby Hunting – and with school back in full swing – we wanted to highlight a few fun science activities you can do with your family. These are all experiments from our good friend, Mister C, and they are great for children of all ages, although some may require some adult help. Check them out below: […]
Ready to up your sidewalk art game? Try out this homemade puffy sidewalk paint! What You’ll Need: Flour Water Shaving Cream Food Coloring Squirt Bottles Plastic Bag Directions: Combine one cup of flour and one cup of water. Add in 8-10 drops of food coloring and mix well. Fold in approximately two cups of shaving cream. Transfer to a plastic bag, cut a hole in […]
