Farm Animal Crafts - Handprint Chicks
Each month, momstown has a new education theme that we base our programming on. This month, we are learning all about things on the farm. momstown Calgary made these paper plate and handprint chicks...
View ArticlePaper Plate Clowns
The circus is coming to (moms)town, and we could not be more excited! Of course, an essential ingredient of any circus is clowns, and so this weekend we got started by making our own paper plate...
View ArticleHow to Make a Firefighter Hat for your little Fireman or Firewoman
This month, momstown moms and kids have been learning all about fire trucks and fire safety. We have visited fire halls, created preschool and toddler fire truck crafts, and of course we are reading...
View ArticleApple Crafts and Activities for Preschoolers
It is apple picking season in many parts of the country, and that makes it the perfect time to do an apple themed unit with your preschool or toddlers. From books about apples, to apple crafts, to...
View ArticleFootprint Turkey Wreaths: An Easy Thanksgiving Craft and Keepsake for Kids
Thanksgiving is a great time to get the kids involved in crafts that are also keepsakes. After all, one of the things we are most thankful for is our friends and family. Hand and footprint crafts...
View ArticleHalloween Spider Web Weaving Craft
Ever wish you had a trick to keep your little Halloween goblins quiet for a moment? Need an activity to keep kids keenly focused and also helps with hand-eye co-ordination? AND has a Halloween theme?...
View ArticleSimple Christmas Wreath Craft
So pretty and so simple. A perfect Christmas craft which creates results in minimal time – super combination for a busy preschooler. What you need:Paper PlateScissors and white glueGreen and Red...
View ArticleEasy 10 minute Snowball Wreath Craft
Looking for an easy winter craft you can do in under 10 minutes? Try momstown’s Easy Snowball Wreath!I’m always amazed about how many craft ideas can be spun out of a paper plate! It’s a cheap craft...
View ArticleMaking a Chinese Drum
Chinese New Year is for celebrating and making noise! One traditional instrument is this type of Chinese drum. Kids love the sounds that it makes and the way in which they play this fun instrument....
View ArticleValentine's Day Paper Plate Wreath
It is always fun to get the house in a festive mood for a holiday. This easy preschooler craft is perfect to spread some Valentine's Day cheer. You only need a few simple things to make this paper...
View ArticlePaper Plate Tropical Fruit
Oh the good old paper plate – good for so many crafts! momstown loves to use them for many crafty uses. We used them for tropical fruit making oranges, peaches and yellow mangoes. The slight curve...
View ArticleSnowy Owl Craft
momstown is enjoying talking about birds this month! When you're making your cute duck, robin or even snowy owl craft, the kids might like to hear about interesting facts about that bird. Here are...
View ArticleApple Core Craft
Fall brings cooler weather, back to school and all things APPLES! This month we are exploring one of our favourite fruits with fun crafts and activities for kids of all ages! Here is a fun apple core...
View ArticleBirds in a Paper Plate Nest
My daughter loved making this craft – but she also wanted to make sure there was a mommy or daddy bird with the babies! Materials:½ paper plateStrips of brown construction paperBrown paintGlueColoured...
View ArticlePaper Plate Handprint Angel Christmas Decoration
What do you have on the top of your Christmas tree? Is it a star or an angel? Wouldn't it be great if you child made their own angel to top the tree this year? Using simple craft supplies from...
View ArticleThe Backyardigans Craft: Paper Plate Boats
momstown moms and kids are talking about the beloved characters from The Backyardigans, and their upcoming show "Deep Sea Adventure" at their upcoming Music and Movement programs across select...
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