These crafts are double the fun. First, head outside with the kids to collect your supplies— leaves, rocks, pinecones and more. Then settle in for some crafting.
By Tina Barkley
Updated Mar 18, 2020Photo: Tony Lanz
Take the kids outside and let them paint rocks in their favourite colours. Then turn their masterpieces into magnets you can put on the fridge.
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Photo: Emily CummingThis is a quick and easy craft that your kids (and the birds) will love. And the fun doesn’t end there! Your little ones will love watching the birds enjoy this feast!
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This bright and fresh craft lets you enjoy your favourite flowers all summer long.
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There really is an endless list of pine cone crafts! But the imaginary play that ensues after these little critters are created makes this a double whammy of fun!
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Kids will love having funky-shaped “leaves” to play or craft with.
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Time to set sail in a lake, pail or bathtub! Make these cute little crafts out of simple supplies.
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Make these sweet rock holders so you can show off your favourite pics.
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Do you plant a garden every year? Have your mini gardener help by painting these rock signs. It’s a great way for them to learn the different vegetable names. Little kids may need your help writing the different veggie names.
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This is nature’s version of making art from a blob of paint! Let your budding artist use a leaf as the starting point for the rest of her drawing.
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Older kids will love this craft! Display her masterpiece in a vase like a bouquet of flowers.
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