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Monarch Butterflies Craft and Activity Book

Apr

2013

A few summers ago the kids and I were playing outside and my 2 youngest (ages 3 and 2 at the time) were fascinated by all the butterflies flying around. I put together a fun Monarch Butterflies craft and activity that would teach them just a bit more about those "flying objects" they were seeing around our yard. Even my 7 year old had fun with this project, proof that this activity was age appropriate and fun for each of them. After all, what kid doesn't love butterflies? First I did some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baby & Kids, Digital Designs & Printables, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: school, summer

Wet and Wild: 25 Water Activities

Apr

2013

by Stephanie 3 Comments

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As the summer months approach and the temperatures start to rise, kids everywhere will start getting wet and wild! We've put together a fun list of 25 water activities your kids will LOVE! Take a look: To see the entire gallery on Disney Spoonful with links to the rules of each game, click HERE. To have your ideas featured on Somewhat Simple and Disney Spoonful, click HERE. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Home and Garden, Outdoors, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: summer

Tortellini Apple Salad- Perfect for Summer!

Aug

2012

by Stephanie 17 Comments

A little background on this yummy Tortellini Apple Salad... A couple years ago I went to the baptism of a friend's son. Afterward, they had a small luncheon and everyone was ranting and raving over this amazing Tortellini Apple Salad brought by one of the guests. Much to all of our dismay, this particular guest refused to give any of us her recipe- I hate when people do this! After emailing the lady again and again, my friend was finally able to get her to crack and she was given the recipe. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: salads, summer

Outdoor Summer Activities for Kids

Aug

2012

by Stephanie Leave a Comment

Make summer last just a bit longer with these fun outdoor summer activities for kids! Throw a Sprinkler Party with Diary of a Preppy Mom Make your own Splash Pad with Sister See Sister Do Make a PVC Sprinkler with Come Together Kids Protect those little hands from getting cold and sticky with a Freezer Pop Holder from Under the Table and Dreaming Make Giant Bubbles with Tatertots and Jello Make a PVC Car Wash with Cheerios and Lattes Have a Sponge … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baby & Kids, Outdoors, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: summer

Popsicle Brownies

Aug

2012

by Megan 2 Comments

Here's a super fun and easy idea for kids or for a summer party- Popsicle Brownies! My daughter's eyes were as big as saucers when she saw these! WHAT YOU NEED: •1 box brownie mix or your favorite homemade recipe •almond bark • oil-based food coloring (using other food coloring will ruin these by making the frosting super hard!) •popsicle sticks •sprinkles HOW TO DO IT: 1. Make the brownies according to the directions and let them cool completely. 2. Cut … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baking, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: summer, treats