Games for Gatherings
Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, block party, camping adventure or family reunion, these crafts and activities will help keep Independence Day top of mind – and a lot of fun! IT’S ALL ABOUT THE FLAG: This relay game requires two sand pails, some mini American flags...
Create a Density Rainbow
Beat the heat and stay inside for this fun, colorful experiment about density. Density is a measure of how much matter is in a certain volume. Mass is how many atoms are in an object, and volume is how much space an object takes up. Supplies Sugar Warm water Five...
Activities for May
The month of May calls us to the great outdoors, end-of-school fun and lots of opportunity for activity. The weather is usually stellar in Central Texas during May, so take a bike ride to enjoy the blossoming wildflowers and take outdoor hikes through our many trails...
Make a Ladybug Friend
Did you know that a ladybug can consume as many as 5,000 aphids in its lifetime? Ladybugs are a gardener’s best friend, because they eat so many plant-eating insects. In celebration of springtime, make a ladybug of your own! Supplies Construction paper Glue Scissors A...
Activities to Welcome Spring
This is an exciting time of year; spring is just around the corner! A SPLASH OF COLOR: The National Art Education Association began Youth Art Month in 1961 to encourage everyone to support all school art programs. Let your kids try creative outdoor painting, learn to...
Make a Special Valentine
It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day! What a great way to show those you love how much you care by creating something special, like a stained-glass heart made from melted crayons. Supplies: Crayons (light and bright colors work best: pinks, purples and reds)...
January Crafts
January is a great month to work on arts and crafts! The weather can be chilly and wet, and craft projects can be done inside while sipping a nice hot cup of cocoa. GREAT IDEAS! Television. Water skis. Earmuffs. Popsicles. What do they have in common? All were...
Make a Hovercraft
Hovercrafts may seem like an impossible concept from the future, but you can recreate one at home. Learn more about air pressure with this simple activity. Supplies: 1. One disposable CD 2. One empty tape holder spool or empty thread spool 3. Hot glue gun 4. A pen 5....
Kid Zone: November
November is traditionally the month for football, Thanksgiving, and Christmas shopping. Consider changing things up! Spend more time outdoors or devote Thanksgiving to reflection, gratitude, and community connection. THE PRINTED WORD. November is Family...
Make a Pointillist painting
Pointillism is a technique of painting developed by artist Georges Seurat. It uses distinct dots in order to create patterns or designs. Pointillism paintings are composed of different colored dots that, when viewed as a whole canvas, form a pattern or picture....
September Family Fun
September is back-to-school month, but there is still time for family fun. The weather is warm, so here is a list of outdoor activities to help you soak up the sun and indoor activities to help you stay cool. PIZZA PARTY. September 5 is Cheese Pizza Day! Order...
chro·ma·tog·ra·phy
By The Thinkery [kroh-muh-tog-ruh-fee] Named after the Greek word for color, chromatos, chromatography means to separate a substance through a medium. Chromatography is used in the fields of biochemistry and analytical chemistry. In this activity, explore the...
