Spending more time than usual at home with kids because of coronavirus concerns? Feeling a bit stir crazy? Looking for ideas of something to do as a family other than watch TV and play board games?
We're here for you! We've gathered together your "emergency kit" of crafts, STEM fun, and recipe ideas for at-home fun with kids -- most made with supplies you likely already have!
AT-HOME CRAFTING FUN
DIY Chalk Paint: A Mess-Free Alternative
What you'll need:1 cup water • 1 cup flour • dish soap • washable paint or food coloring • mixing bowl • a bottle to store the paint Directions: |
Finger Knitting for Kids
What you need:Yarn • FingersDirections: |
Four DIY Musical Instruments Your Kids Can Make
What you need to make all four instruments:Empty cereal box • paper towel/toilet paper tube• rice• tape• rubber bands• a pencil • scissors • plastic eggs• plastic spoons• wax paper• markersDirections:Learn how to make DIY instruments here! |
Art With Anything: How to Make Bubble Wrap Art
What you need:Bubble wrap • scissors • paint • paper • markersDirections:Make bubble wrap art here! |
Kid Craft: Easy DIY Puzzle Piece Frames
What you need:Puzzle pieces • craft sticks • glue • paint • paintbrush • card stock or poster board • stringDirections: |
MORE (easy) AT-HOME CRAFTS & STEM FUN:
- STEM Craft: Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs Are Fun to Make -- and Break
- Math Magic: The Index Card Trick
- Math Magic: A Counting Trick to Have Your Kids Adding in No Time
- Recycled Crafts: Kids Will Love to Make This Bird Feeder
- How to Create Your Own Scratch Art
AT-HOME FUN WITH FOOD:
Macaroni Kid EATS!, our free monthly publication that focuses on family-friendly meals, publishes a regular feature called Craft-a-Snack. Here are some of our favorite snacks to craft with our kids:
Craft-a-Snack Guide
Need some comfort food? Here are some of our favorite soup recipes from Macaroni Kid EATS!
It's Soup Time! Our Favorite Soup Recipes
I hope these resources help you with some at-home fun during this uncertain time!
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