Jun
18
2012

This week is predicted to be ugly HOT. My baby is ok to play inside, but I kinda get cabin fever. So, I've made a little list of where to take kids on ugly hot days.

The public library. Air conditioned. Free. Great kids section of books, colouring, magazines. They even have reading time drop-ins. And your kids can be kids at the library!

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Apr
27
2012

This homemade chalk recipe is not only frugal (it makes a lot), but it's also fun from start to finish, as the kids can help with measuring, stirring, and more. 

You will need:

Toilet paper rolls or paper towel tubes

Small bucket

Scissors

Duct tape

¾ cup warm water

1 ½  cups Plaster of Paris (available at craft stores)

2-3 tbsps powdered tempera paint

Cookie tray

Directions: 

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