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BY AMANDA MILLER PHOTOS BY FREEPIK.COM Craft Up Summer Fun
Hello, summer! School’s out, the sun is shining, and it’s the perfect time to let little imaginations run wild. Whether your kiddos are looking to beat the heat indoors or soak in some vitamin D, these kid-friendly activities are summer fun for everyone.
5. Hang your creation in a sunny window and watch the colors glow! Puffy Sidewalk Paint
Sunny Suncatcher Materials ■Clear plastic (like a sheet protector) ■Permanent markers ■Scissors
Materials ■Shaving cream (the foam kind) ■1 Tbsp. Cornstarch ■Food coloring ■Ziploc bag ■Measuring spoon ■Empty squeeze bottle
■Hole punch (optional) ■String, ribbon, or yarn for hanging ■Tape (optional for holding the plastic in place while coloring) ■Template or stencil (optional) Directions 1. Cut a shape out of the clear plastic. Circles, hearts, butterflies, or even abstract shapes all work great. 2. Tape the plastic to the table if needed to prevent slipping. 3. Draw directly onto the plastic with Sharpies. Fill it with color, patterns, scribbles, or even trace a design. 4. Use a hole punch or poke a small hole near the top of the shape. Thread some string, ribbon, or yarn through the hole.
Directions 1. Fill a quart-sized Ziploc bag with shaving cream, the cornstarch, and 5–10 drops of food coloring. 2. Seal the bag and begin kneading it to mix the contents together. 3. Cut a small hole in the bottom corner of the bag and transfer the paint into a squeeze bottle. 4. Put the lid on the squeeze bottle and paint on the sidewalk or driveway! Repeat the process for more colors!
16 JUNE2025 | BRPARENTS.COM
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