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. 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 Recycled Crafts!
'Tis the season of ants, spiders, beetles, and all things bugs! Kids are usually either fascinated by - or terrified of - bugs. Building them a home out of some easy to find recycled and natural materials is a great way to foster empathy, connect with nature, and learn about bugs - at your own pace and distance!
Grab some empty two litres, some sticks, leaves, pine cones, bark, etc. Make sure to leave gaps or holes - the critters like the nooks and crannies!
After you're done making your mini bug hotels, check out the mini beast mansion!
DIY Hanging Planter: https://inhabitat.com/how-to-make-a-hanging-planter-with-a-recycled-plastic-pop-bottle/
Grab an empty bottle, some tape, scissors, and aluminum foil, and you have the makings of your own hanging planter!
Grow your own herbs and flowers inside the comfort of your own home, or hang them around your deck/yard!
For more DIY recycled projects, check out DIY Wood Pallet Projects, by Karah Bunde on cloudLibrary.
Pop Top Bracelet: https://www.instructables.com/id/Pop-Top-Bracelet/
You will need:
- Ribbon
- Pop Top Tabs
- Scissors
- Hot glue gun
Use two different colours of ribbons to really make this bracelet pop! This is great way to use supplies you have around the house to create something awesome!
Love crafting your own jewellery? Check out Beaded Bracelets, by Claudine McCormack Jalajas on cloudLibrary.
Recycled Crayon Pucks: https://www.instructables.com/id/MINI-MUFFIN-CRAYONS-A-New-Life-for-Broken-Crayo/
We love making new crayons with broken pieces of crayon! Don't throw those little bits out - keep them and then melt them together with other colours to make a fantastic multi-coloured crayon puck!
Mix in lots of bright colours with black and dark purple, create some lush green tones, or just mix them all together and see what colours you get! You can't go wrong with a crayon puck!
For more crayon fun, check out The Day the Crayons Quit, by Oliver Jeffers and Drew Daywalt, or A Day With No Crayons, by Elizabeth Rusch and Chad Cameron.
Hopefully these activities help break up the day, and get your family engaged in creating recycled crafts!
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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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.
