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13 Summer Crafts to Get Your Kids Outdoors!

With all the toys and electronics to keep your kids occupied, it’s not easy to get them out of the house. But now that summer is here, it’s the perfect time for your littles to play outside and get their daily dose of Vitamin D! In this post, we’re sharing 13 crafts to get your kids excited to play outdoors. So go outside, soak up the sunshine, and have some fun with any of these awesome activities!

1) Puffy Sidewalk Paint

This puffy paint puts an exciting twist on traditional sidewalk chalk! All it takes are a few ingredients for endless amounts of fun.

2) Splatter-painted Pine Cones

Every kid loves a good nature walk, but what should they do with the things they collect? The answer’s simple: turn them into art!

3) Tin Foil River

Playing with the garden hose is a classic summer activity, but it doesn’t always last long. This tin foil river is the perfect way to mix things up and entertain your kids for hours!

4) Frozen Flowers

This sensory activity is such a fun way to cool down in the hot summer sun! Simply freeze some flowers in a block of ice and let your little one play and explore as it melts.

5) Yarn Painting

Kids love to get messy, and yarn painting is the perfect way for them to do just that! For this activity, set up an outdoor art station, protect their clothes, and let them express themselves with some paint-dipped yarn.

6) Splat Art

Mix together a little science and creativity with some splat art! This project will teach your little one about gravity and help them make a super fun art piece.

7) DIY Bubble Wands

There’s something about blowing bubbles that just feels like summer! With this charming craft, you can add a little magic to your bubble-blowing activities.

8) Squirt Gun Painting

Squirt gun painting is a great way to get your kids out of a summer slump! This thrilling activity will have them up and out of the house in no time. (Tip: If squirt guns aren’t your thing, try squirt bottles instead!)

9) Bubble Art

This laid-back art project is simple but tons of fun! Plus, the results are so pretty, you can hang them in your house when you’re done.

10) Kids Wind Chimes

There’s nothing quite like a craft project to occupy your child’s time! This cute wind chime will certainly make them feel a sense of accomplishment whenever they see it hanging in the yard.

11) Bubble Snakes

Using just a water bottle and a sock, your kids will have a blast making these cool bubble snakes!

12) Painted Rock Art

Rock painting is such a fun way for your kids to express themselves! Half the fun will be picking out their rocks, then they’ll love watching their creations come to life.

13) Ice Chalk

This ice chalk is a great way to beat the heat while giving your kids something creative to do!

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12 St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Kids!

Here at Mothers Lounge, we fully believe that you can make any holiday special for your kids, no matter how big or small that holiday is! St. Patrick’s Day can often be overlooked, but it’s a great day for making memories with your little…

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10 Gratitude Crafts and Activities for the Whole Family

While food is definitely one of the most enjoyable parts of Thanksgiving, it’s not the only thing that makes this holiday so special! Help your family express their gratitude using these festive crafts and activities. It’s a wonderful opportunity to remember what you are…

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12 Homeschooling Activities

School is officially back in session, but it looks a little different this year. Whether your kids are doing in-person schooling, virtual schooling, homeschooling, or a mixture of the three, we hope you’ll find something useful in today’s post! Here are 12 activities you…