Friday Fun – hope your day is awesome!

Happy 95th Birthday to Nelson Mandela.  If you don’t know who he is yet make sure you check our Kadir Nelson’s picture book biography.  He is an inspiring person.

Martha Stewart's Favorite Crafts for Kids: 175 Projects for Kids of All Ages to Create, Build, Design, Explore, and ShareI discovered this craft book this week.  It has some simple and creative ideas.  Pipe cleaner pals are great.  Click on the link to learn how to make them.  The origami finger puppets are fun too.  Here’s a picture of some of the ideas.  I bet you have figure out more of your own too.  (remember origami paper always starts with a square)origami finger puppet

There’s sewing, building, folding and painting with paper, recyclables, stones and leaves.

When you need a break from the sand and the sun – I’m sure there’s something in here that you’ll enjoy.

painted stones