Backyard Boredom Busters: Water Balloon Parachutes
Pull out the water balloons, because we are going to make a splash! Or will we? Using a plastic bag, or another kind of parachute material, can you keep a water balloon from exploding?
Pull out the water balloons, because we are going to make a splash! Or will we? Using a plastic bag, or another kind of parachute material, can you keep a water balloon from exploding?
No, there’s no octopus on the pizza! Instead, we’re getting creative with our pizza design skills! Who said pizza had to be circular?
Instruments are a helpful tool in any sing along and storytime! Tapping, shaking, and ringing to the beat of a song helps children to hear the individual syllables and sounds that make up a word, making it easier for them to learn that word! Try ringing along to the beat of this familiar tune. Lyrics:… Continue Reading Sing Along: Can You Ring Along With Me
Learn quick tips & tricks to help you design your next hackLAB project. This week’s topic: Organizing Projects in Cricut.
Tic, tac, toe, three in a row! Let’s make a game you can play on the go! Find some rocks, grab a bit of paint, and you’ll be ready to play a game of tic tac toe anywhere you go! https://youtu.be/8u99Yc1M8Ck The rules are simple: 1) Create a 3×3 grid 2) The first player selects… Continue Reading Rocking Tic Tac Toe
Looking for a cool breakfast idea? This chilled snack is perfect for brunch! With just three simple ingredients – berries, yogurt, and granola – what’s not to love? https://youtu.be/UJyYDk-YYPk
How do children learn that words stand for real objects and experiences? Through play! As you do this rhyme today, children practice what we call “symbolic play,” where their finger will become a caterpillar! Can you find a picture of a caterpillar in a story? Now can you find the word on a page? All… Continue Reading Rhyme Time: Arabella Miller with Alex
Learn quick tips & tricks to help you design your next hackLAB project. This week’s topic: Learning to Kern Text in Cricut.
Looking for ways to keep cool on these warm days? Why not make a reusable sponge water ball (aka a Sponge Splat!)? With a few simple materials, you’ll have a great toy for playing in the sprinkler, the pool, the beach, or the splash pad!
What are your favourite popcorn toppings? Salt? Butter? Olive oil? Cheese? How about something a little sweeter? This sugary twist makes a fun snack to share this summer!