Joy in the Works

Celebrating the joys and challenges of motherhood

Printables

Anytime I make something on the computer for my kids or for our household, I promise to share! From family taste tests to our latest chore chart to inspirational quotes, you can find all printables here.

The Summer Box

The Summer Box

We are at that point in the summer – bored kids wondering around the house, complaining about having nothing to…
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  • Cool math art projects for kids. Home or classroom. Clever ideas here.
  • 36 Elementary Art Lessons for Kids - one for every week of the school year! Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, scout leaders, and parents! via @hiHomemadeBlog
  • Watercolor on book pages -- As strange as this seems for someone like me who isnt necessarily artistically gifted in this way, I really like the idea of doing this. Would be really easy to find a random book at Goodwill on the cheap and use it like a practice art journal.
  • Baking soda and vinegar eruption prints - science and art combine for this pretty process art. Messy painting, arts and crafts for kids
  • Newspaper Cityscape - Could use with Super Hero theme - kid's flying above
  • Skyscraper-art-project - I love this art lesson from Deep Space Sparkle!
  • Best DIY Fathers Day Gift Ideas from kids | Easy crafts, free printables, meaningful cards, fun food and more unique projects for Dad or Grandpa that your kids can make! Perfect presents from daughter or son. #fathersday #giftsfordad #fathersdaygift #diy #giftidea
  • Fathers Day Food Ideas for Dad or Grandpa | Fill their bellies with these fun DIY gift ideas including breakfast in bed, snacks, treats and crafts! #fathersday
  • Homemade giant bubble solution is the best summer activity for kids- and a fun DIY outdoor activity for the whole family!