Back to school crafts elementary

One of my favorite things about back to school, is knowing that I get to meet and love on a brand new bunch of kids for the school year. I’m sure you feel the same way, and have your lesson planner packed to the max with different “get-to-know-you activities.” I want to share with you […]

Looking for a meaningful and fun back to school activity? Why not create a Classroom Wreath with your students!

Rainbow Names art activity for elementary students

Hello! It's Megan from Homemade Ginger and today I'm sharing a super easy craft that will work for your summer reader as well as getting ready for back to school. The library is one of our favorite summer time outings around here. We usually go once a week and my kids have grown to love searching through the shelves to find something that they haven't read before. We usually leave with so many books that we can hardly carry all of them! The only problem with checking out so many books on a…

This chalk pastel galaxy art project is out of this world! Kids will love using easy chalk pastel techniques to create this stunning galaxy craft.

Ahhhhhhhhhh!!!!! I know - it's a scary thought reality!!!! I'm sorry to even say the words......Back to School. But let's be honest. It's not that far away now, and closer for some than for others. So let's start thinking about how we can prepare. I don't know about you, but I have been stalking Target, Hobby Lobby and a few other places all summer long looking for the best deals and the cutest little bins, buckets, and supplies. Why, oh why, do we teachers spend so much dang money on our…

Educational and craft activities for kids and parents

If you’re looking for some super fun and simple back to school crafts to make with the kids, check out these creative tutorials and ideas for inspiration to start crafting!