Let's Explore — Adventures in Playful Family Living

Chalk Pastel Hearts

Still have time for a little Valentine crafting? I’m sharing a fun chalk pastel hearts project at Make and Takes this week – if you and your kids have never played with chalk pastels, this is a great beginner project. And, if you’re all hearted-out, try the technique with a different shape! Head over to [...]

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Playful Picks

Each issue of Playful Picks includes links to projects and articles, and sometimes a peek at what we’re currently reading or creative products we love. I’ll also be linking to one or two past posts at Let’s Explore – after 5 years of blogging, the archives are getting deep around here! Happy playing! From the [...]

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Despicable Me 2 Valentine Printable

Happy Friday! My friend Marie of Make and Takes is sharing a super-cute Valentine freebie featuring those silly minions from the movie, Despicable Me. Did you know the sequel, Despicable Me 2, is coming out this July? My girls can’t wait to see what crazy antics those minions are up to next! If you’re still [...]

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{Review} The Playful Family Ebook

As I’m sure you already know, I’m all about finding little ways to sneak play into our day to day life. From random celebrations to homemade toys to silly photo shoots – playful family life does not have to be complicated or expensive. That’s why I love Shawn’s (of Awesomely Awake) ebook, The Playful Family. [...]

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Silly Symmetrical Mitten Art

I’m sharing a simple paper craft at Make and Takes today. Here’s a peek: Brr! We’ve been having some super chilly days around here. But, the sun is shining, so we bundle-up and head outside anyway. Thank goodness for warm hats, scarves, and mittens! When we’ve had enough cold, we come inside, drink something warm, [...]

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Watercolor Jellyfish Painting

During a recent science exploration, the girls and I were learning about Cnidaria, the animal group that includes anemones, coral, and sea jellies. After reading a few books, watching some videos, and filling our brains with fascinating facts, an art project was in order! We decided to try a jellyfish painting project found at For the Love [...]

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Playful Picks

Each issue of Playful Picks includes links to projects and articles, and sometimes a peek at what we’re currently reading or creative products we love. I’ll also be linking to one or two past posts at Let’s Explore – after 4+ years of blogging, the archives are getting deep around here! Happy playing! From the [...]

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Free Play Art :: Round-Up

Now that the Christmas crafting and wrapping has been cleaned up, I’m ready to get back to our Friday free play art activities. I like to set-up an art invitation on the kitchen table, and the girls can experiment, try new techniques, and just enjoy the process of creating. It’s a great way to use [...]

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Kids in the Kitchen: Tortilla Snowflakes

We love combining two of our favorite things – crafting and cooking! We’re sharing a simple and delicious winter-inspired snack at Make and Takes today – sweet and crunchy tortilla snowflakes. Check out the how-to and a variety of topping ideas over at Make and Takes – see you there!

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