This simple turkey craft is more than just adorable and fun to make. With the addition of clothespin feathers (decorated with washi tape), it also makes a great tool for working on fine motor skills with your kiddo. The pinching is perfect for increased hand strength and promoting a mature pincer grasp, which is the…
These clothespin animal crafts are not only totally adorable but are great for working on fine motor skills. Clothespin craft ideas are perfect for getting little fingers moving and strengthening the muscles of the hand. Did you know that there are over 30 muscles in the hand? And, just like any other muscle, they need…
This porcupine craft starts with a few basic supplies and turns into something fun and whimsical. Not only is it an adorable paper plate animal craft, but it is a great way for little ones to work on their fine motor skills in a fun way. That is one of the reasons that it is…
This easy sheep craft for kids is both simple and fun to make and great for working on so many developmental hand skills. Wrapping the body of the sheep is great for developing bilateral coordination (coordinating the hands together) and then for promoting hand strength when pinching the clothespins. These hand skills are essential for…
Christmas is a great time for kids’ crafting! For one thing, there is so much inspiration during the holiday season. Plus, kids end up home on an extended break from school complaining of boredom after about the first 8 minutes or so. You know what I am saying. You will never regret creating something together…
Making gifts from the heart is a time honored tradition in our home. A gift made using your own hands, combined with imagination, is something to be truly cherished. And learning to give from our hearts rather than our wallets is such an important lesson for us to teach our kids. Though we haven’t been…