Holidays Archives - Natural Beach Living https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/category/holidays/ educating children with hands on activities Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:03:12 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.8 Corn on the Cob Craft Painting for Kids – Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/corn-cob-craft-painting/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/corn-cob-craft-painting/#respond Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:50:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=27085 Corn Crafts are perfect around Thanksgiving time. Whether you are working on a farm theme or looking for Fall art projects, this Corn Cob Craft is perfect. This great fall activity is fun for kids and adults. Plus, you only...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/corn-cob-craft-painting/feed/ 0 Easy Thanksgiving Crafts Kids Love to Make – Homemade Puffy Paint Turkey https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/easy-thanksgiving-crafts-kids-puffy-paint-turkeys/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/easy-thanksgiving-crafts-kids-puffy-paint-turkeys/#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2026 04:30:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=27439 If you are looking for Easy Thanksgiving Crafts that kids will love, you’ve come to the right place. This easy-to-make puffy paint turkey craft is fun for everyone. All you need is a few simple ingredients you probably already have around the...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/easy-thanksgiving-crafts-kids-puffy-paint-turkeys/feed/ 6 How to Make a Gingerbread Paper Plate Craft https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/gingerbread-paper-plate-craft/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/gingerbread-paper-plate-craft/#comments Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:33:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=27737 Get ready for some sweet, festive fun with this adorable Gingerbread Man and Gingerbread Girl paper plate craft! Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten, and beyond, this simple and budget-friendly activity uses everyday craft supplies to transform plain paper plates into...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/gingerbread-paper-plate-craft/feed/ 7 The Mitten – Easy Winter Toddler Activities https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/the-mitten-winter-toddler-activities/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/the-mitten-winter-toddler-activities/#comments Mon, 05 Oct 2026 03:20:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=2491 There’s something magical about Jan Brett’s classic winter tale, The Mitten, that captures toddlers’ hearts year after year. As each cozy animal squeezes into Nicki’s lost mitten, little ones are drawn into a world of counting, sequencing, and delightful surprises....

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/the-mitten-winter-toddler-activities/feed/ 4 Montessori Inspired Gingerbread Baby Activities https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/montessori-inspired-gingerbread-baby-activities/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/montessori-inspired-gingerbread-baby-activities/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:11:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=2455 Get ready to enjoy a wonderful story time with Jan Brett’s delightful winter tale, Gingerbread Baby and fun Gingerbread Baby Activities! This fun story about a mischievous gingerbread cookie who escapes into a snowy village is perfect for inspiring hands-on...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/montessori-inspired-gingerbread-baby-activities/feed/ 6 Fun Printable Christmas Activities for Kids https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/best-christmas-activities-pack-for-kids/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/best-christmas-activities-pack-for-kids/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=15037 The holiday season is upon us, bringing the excitement and magic that children eagerly anticipate all year. As the days grow shorter and the anticipation for Christmas morning builds, keeping kids entertained and engaged can become a delightful challenge. That’s...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/best-christmas-activities-pack-for-kids/feed/ 7 The Best Kindergarten and Preschool Gingerbread Theme Lesson Plan https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/kindergarten-preschool-gingerbread-theme-lesson-plan/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/kindergarten-preschool-gingerbread-theme-lesson-plan/#comments Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:21:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=28302 If you are planning for December or prepping for fun preschool themes for your school year this Gingerbread theme is perfect. You’ll read themed books, work on alphabet sounds, story sequencing, embark on Gingerbread STEM activities, make gingerbread recipes and...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/christmas-calendar-countdown-kids/feed/ 0 12+ Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Teens and Tweens https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/elf-on-the-shelf-ideas-for-teens/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/elf-on-the-shelf-ideas-for-teens/#comments Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:45:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=39514 Elfie has been visiting our house for years, and now that we have older kids, we want to continue the tradition in a way they can enjoy. That is why we created these Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Teens...

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]]> https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/elf-on-the-shelf-ideas-for-teens/feed/ 6 FREE Elf Printable Activities and Elf on the Shelf Ideas https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/elf-printable-activities/ https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/elf-printable-activities/#respond Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:40:00 +0000 https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/?p=87120 I’m excited to share these new elf printable activities with you! These no-prep printable pages are filled with elf activities for kids of all ages. Plus, get fun elf on the shelf ideas to bring extra magic to your elf...

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