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February 6, 2015 By Karen Whiteside

Valentine’s Day Rocket Mailbox Tutorial

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“This post is written as part of a sponsored campaign with Plaid Crafts and Blueprint Social.” My son’s fascination with space and the solar system inspired this rocket-themed Valentine’s Day mailbox craft! Create this same excitement in your classroom this Valentine’s Day with Plaid Crafts and our step-by-step tutorial below.  This Valentine’s Day craft for kids has boyish […]

Filed Under: arts & crafts, Blog, classroom decor, classroom party, imaginary play, preschool, Recycled Crafts, upcycle, Valentine's Day

April 24, 2014 By Karen Whiteside

Repurposed Milk Cartons into Snack Packs with Duct Tape

I made upcycled snack packs from the hemp milk containers that we drink from daily. Instead of throwing the containers away, I repurposed them with a fun duct tape design! I think you can transform any ordinary household item with solid or patterned duct tape. I used these small square containers because they are the perfect snack […]

Filed Under: Blog, Earth Day, Recycled Crafts, upcycle

January 30, 2014 By Nicolette Lennert

Cardboard Mailbox Craft for Valentine’s Day

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As I was digging through my photos from my first grade classroom the other day, I saw a cardboard mailbox I made with my students for our writing center. Ah, the nostalgia. My youngest son loves his wooden mailbox, but of course, he busted one of the legs.  I swear, nothing lasts in my house. […]

Filed Under: arts & crafts, Blog, imaginary play, Recycled Crafts, Valentine's Day

January 28, 2014 By Nicolette Lennert

How to Make Recycled Crayon Valentines

Every teacher or parent has a bin of broken and sad crayons.  Making recycled crayons out of these broken pieces is a great way to introduce our kids to the concept of recycling.  Even better, save some money and make your kids’ valentines for their classes with this simple and frugal craft!  The past three […]

Filed Under: arts & crafts, Recycled Crafts, Valentine's Day

April 18, 2013 By Karen Whiteside

Recycled Plastic Bottle Crafts & Activities for Kids

Before you decide to throw away that plastic bottle, think again! It can be used in a craft project or create a fun activity out of it. I rounded up many ideas for you and the kiddos to create  everything from plastic art to up-cycled animals using plastic bottles. Spin tops from Creative Jewish Mom […]

Filed Under: arts & crafts, Blog, Recycled Crafts

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