Monday, March 30, 2020

Boredom Busters: Build It

Hello all,
We are temporarily reviving our Children's Blog to provide some resources for families who are stuck at home during this period of social distancing due to COVID-19. We will put together a variety of activities for you and your families every day at 1:00 pm. Watch for weekend Boredom Busters Saturday and/or Sunday. See which ones you can do, and if you get the chance, share the results with us on any of our social media platforms, which will be listed at the bottom of this blog.

Today's theme is Build It!

Toothpick Structures: https://artfulparent.com/toothpick-sculptures-kids-13-fun-toothpick-construction-ideas/ 

Let your creativity soar! Try different edible objects - marshmallows, gummies, cookies, sugar cubes, etc. - to build any structure you can imagine. The possibilities are endless!


More activities here.  


Clay Creations: https://www.highlightskids.com/activities/crafts/make-homemade-clay

You can make all sorts of different shapes and colours with this recipe. Add all sorts of extras to your creations to make them really pop! 

Check out how to make geometric shapes with playdough and straws!


Bird House Building: https://www.fancymomma.com/milk-carton-juice-carton-bird-feeder/

This is an in-depth activity, but the rewards are worthwhile. Birds are migrating home, and they will be looking for food! Make you own birdhouse with recycling you have around the house, and 

Learn more about birds from the Ellis Bird Farm!

Don't have enough supplies at home? You can also make an easy bird feeder with pipe cleaners and cheerios! 


Hopefully these activities help break up the day and get your family engaging with building and constructing fun things!

If your kids loved these activities, feel free to send us feedback or pictures on any of our social media platforms, linked below.

Library staff are available by phone (403-887-2130) or email Monday-Friday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm.

You can access all of our digital materials (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more) through our website. If your membership is expired, or you need a membership, call us at 403-887-2130 and we can help. 

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