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CREATION STATION: MAKE A PET LADYBUG

Source: momitforward.com Your kids will love creating their own paper pet ladybug – think of it as a (very) low-maintenance pet! Made from basic craft supplies that you might even have on hand, this project is simple and fun. Materials Ladybug template (optional) or red construction paper and a black marker to create the spots […]

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LOVE LOCAL: SPARK CREATIVE LEARNING IN MANITOBA

Source: cityofwinkler.ca The Discovery Nature Sanctuary is a hidden refuge for nature, tucked away amongst the busy industrial community that surrounds it. Located in the north east part of Winkler just off Eastview Drive, the space is home to waterfowl, songbirds, frogs, and more. The sanctuary provides people with easy walking trails that access 32 […]

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CREATION STATION: POOL NOODLE RACETRACK

Source: lindsayandandrew.blogspot.com Materials Pool noodles with a hollow middle Duct tape or electrical tape Utility knife or box cutter (adults only!) Paper, scissors, toothpicks, and markers or pencil crayons to create a finish line sign Marbles Directions With a utility knife or box cutter (adults only!), cut the pool noodles in half lengthwise and line […]

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LOVE LOCAL: SPARK CREATIVE LEARNING IN MANITOBA

Source: standrewsrectory.ca Summer programming for families continues this summer at Manitoba’s St. Andrews Heritage Centre. Upcoming Kids Day (Thursdays) and and Craft Time (Saturdays) events include Egg Carton Animals (August 7), Getting Wooly (August 12), Paper Boat Making (August 14), and Comet Launching (August 19). See all of the upcoming programming at St. Andrews Heritage […]

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ALL ABOARD: WE’RE GATHERING STEAM

Source: leftbraincraftbrain.com Through the magical chemistry of polymers, you can turn recycled plastic into a beautiful flower garden or bouquet. So save your plastic cups and plates from that party or snacktime at school, and use them to make flowers that are just as delightful as real ones! Materials Clear plastic plates, cups, bowls, shot […]

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CREATION STATION: EGG CARTON BUTTERFLIES

Source: nelliesfreerange.com These DIY butterflies make adorable gifts, or can be added to your garden, propped up next to house plants, or used as decoration in the kids’ bedrooms! Materials Egg cartons Acrylic paint Paintbrushes Small reusable cups Pipe cleaners Scissors Directions Cut egg carton cups into thirds, creating three butterflies each made from four […]

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LOVE LOCAL: SPARK CREATIVE LEARNING IN MANITOBA

Source: fortlareinemuseum.com Prairie Sundays are back for the summer at Fort La Reine Museum, located just outside Portage la Prairie. Join them every Sunday in July and August from 1:00 to 3:00pm to experience hands-on heritage programs. Prairie Sundays are free with regular museum admission, and fun for all ages! This summer’s Prairie Sundays programming […]

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CREATION STATION: GLOWING CAMPFIRE CRAFT

Source: buggyandbuddy.com This glowing campfire craft is super easy to make and perfect for summer, fire safety week, summer camp, or for imaginative play! Materials Clear plastic cup Tissue paper in red, orange, and yellow Liquid glue LED tealight Twig or thin craft stick Cotton balls Brown construction paper Scissors Directions Cut your tissue paper […]

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ALL ABOARD: WE’RE GATHERING STEAM

Source: rhythmsofplay.com Making shadow sidewalk chalk art is a fun way to get kids outside learning and flexing their creative muscles while having fun creating art outdoors. Shadow art outdoor science is a hands-on STEAM activity that will help children learn about shadow science and that shadows are formed when an object blocks light. Materials […]

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CREATION STATION: WATERMELON SPONGE PAINTING

Source: fantasticfunandlearning.com This watermelon sponge painting art activity will invigorate the senses, spark creativity, and add in a little bit of math! Materials Sponges cut in various sizes of triangles White cardstock Tempera paint Small paper plates Paintbrush Directions Preliminary steps include cutting several sponges into triangle (or wedge) shapes, rounding the bottoms to give […]

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