Class Parent Ideas Archives - The Chirping Moms

25 Crafts, Activities and Snacks for St. Patrick’s Day

March 6, 2021

By: Courtney Byrne St. Patrick’s Day is a favorite holiday in our house. Both my husband and I have Irish relatives so it’s both a festive holiday and a time for us to teach our kids about our family heritage. Each year I try and do some new crafts and activities with the kids and add some “green” to our… Read More

Mother’s Day Craft: Easy Hand Shaped Flower Bouquet

May 6, 2020

Dads: paper, scissors & tape… you can handle this one. The kids aren’t bringing home any cute Mother’s Day crafts this year & mom might like a handprint (to remember how small they were before they snacked their way through quarantine & ended up bigger than her). This is a cute one to make for grandma too. This hand shaped… Read More

10 Easy Ways to Incorporate STEM this Summer

July 19, 2019

By: Courtney Byrne Schools out for the summer (or almost out in our case!). Summer is a time to relax, enjoy the pool and playing outdoors. We always try and read a lot in the summer to keep in the learning groove. We participate in our town’s library summer reading program which has a fun carnival to participate in if… Read More

How to Make Straw Rockets

July 17, 2019

Today I’m sharing one of our favorite simple STEM activities: easy straw rockets. These are really fun! These are great for all ages. Little kids think it’s a blast to see the rocket shoot off the end of the straw. Bigger kids can spend time “designing” and coloring the paper rocket for the end and can also learn more about… Read More

Fun St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Kids: Crafts, Snacks and Games

March 3, 2019

By: Ali McNulty It’s almost time for St. Patrick’s Day! Here are some fun St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids. We have festive crafts, snacks and games for all your little leprechauns. For more St. Patrick’s Day ideas visit these post: 10 St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Kids // Easy St. Patrick’s Day Snacks // Ireland Facts for Kids //… Read More

Adorable Free Printable Classroom Valentines

February 7, 2019

By: Courtney Byrne I’m so excited about these free printable Valentine’s Day cards! These are the perfect size for handing out as classroom Valentines. You can click the link above each design to download and print for free. Each of the designs would be cute to hand out on it’s own, to tape on a pieces of candy or a… Read More

Easy Valentine Craft for Kids of All Ages

January 30, 2019

By: Courtney Byrne Easy Heart Shaped Painting Craft Supplies: Canvas, white paper or cardstock Extra Piece of paper Tape Paint Round sponge brush or regular paintbrush Directions: Use the extra piece of paper to cut out a large heart. Tape it to the canvas/white paper. Put the tape (roll it) on the back of the heart so you can’t… Read More