Barefoot Carrot
The changing seasons always bring new and fresh ways to play, explore, create, and learn with kids. And since pumpkins and fall are basically synonymous… Here are 8 Awesome Pumpkin Activities and Crafts to try! From painting pumpkins to play doh pumpkin sessions, there’s a little something for any age or stage. And if you’re […]
Even thought school just started and it’s only the beginning of September, I’m already starting to think about the best Fall Activities for Toddlers and Kids in 20201. Especially with another season of Covid Holidays on the horizon, we’re craving a burst of seasonal creativity. My kids are really interested in the Autumn Equinox and […]
As we head into summer, I think we are all looking for an extra bit of inspiration with creative summer activities. So I’ve put together a Creative Summer Boredom Buster chart featuring some of my favorite Barefoot Carrot activities, crafts, and even a recipe. This free PDF has links to detailed blog posts with all […]
If there’s one thing that is almost universally loved by kids, it’s ice cream. And what better way to celebrate the fun of sweet treats than with a ice cream cone craft? Okay, maybe a real sweet treat is the best celebration of all. But this super fun, simple, and eco-friendly ice cream cone craft […]
Have you seen the cute little Scoop and Learn Ice Cream Cart toy? Our neighbors have one and it was a huge hit with our kids when we went over to play. When Covid put a hold on indoor playdates, we came up with a really fun and FREE! idea to turn a cardboard box […]
Today I want to share a quick, fun, and nature-based activity that is great for days when you need a little extra incentive to go outside, the Recycled Rainbow Match game. For all the time we spend in the backyard, garden, playing outdoors, going to parks, hiking, and exploring, my kids still sometimes protest going […]
Of all the activities and art projects, there’s one in particular that my kids always love and ask for repeatedly, baking soda and vinegar science experiments! Full disclosure and fair warning, this activity is messy. But I have a few tips and tricks to minimize embrace the disaster and have fun. The great thing about baking soda […]
Easter basket crafts are a fun and easy way make decorations and celebrate spring! They also make lovely little May Day baskets to share with family and friends. They would also be a fun craft to celebrate Spring Equinox. A bit of backstory… I’m always on the hunt for fun ways to recycle and reuse […]
There is something truly magical about rainbow crafts and activities for kids. Rainbows are a fun way for young kids to learn their colors. And they make a great first drawing/painting that kids can easily master. But beyond that, they are scientifically fascinating. They really are one of the most joyful things to create and […]
Nature chalk art has become one of my favorite ways to create with my kids (and one of my favorite ways to create solo too). The general idea is that you draw a picture with chalk and then find flowers, leaves, rocks, and other items found in nature to further embellish and decorate the picture. […]