Free Printable Father's Day Greeting Cards for Preschoolers and Dad Themed Craft Activities

At your wits end to know what to get dad for Father's Day? Make him something, using these free printable Father's Day greeting cards and dad themed crafts. Good for all ages, even preschoolers! Dad will love your creativity and thoughtfulness.  Free Printable Father's Day Greeting Cards and Craft Activities

Lenten Church, Religious Education or Family Devotional Craft

One of the symbols of the Church is the image of a family gathered at table for a meal. We partake of the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity or Our Lord as He instructed us. The whole family can relate to the elements of a family meal. From the food to the dishes, vessels and even the tablecloth. We use different table linens to reflect the different seasons in our life. In the summer, we might have a light cloth with images of sun and water and fun. In spring, our table will reflect plants, growing, flowers, etc. At Christmas, the red and green decorates our table. When the table is set, we know that good things will come and we will be nourished.

So many years ago, I decided to make a Lenten tablecloth to focus our thoughts upon the Passion of Christ. It was a family activity that we all could share in and have a part. You can make on just as easily with your family, classroom or religious education class. Read more at Lenten Church, Religious Education or Family Devotional Craft

Day of the Dead Altar, Votive Candles

How to Make Decorated Dia De Los Muertos - Day of the Dead Votive Memorial Candle Crafts Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, is a Latino celebration which honors loved ones who have passed away. Day of the Dead and All Saints Day fall on November 1. Votive Candles are lit for Day of the Dead; here are Dia de los Muertos candle crafts. Read More

Free Printable Educational Paper Cutting Crafts and Activities

Free Printable Educational Paper Cutting Crafts Projects and Activities
Cut and paste activities are perfect for summer day care, VBS, road trips, rainy day fun and more. These free printable games and projects will help kids retain what they've learned in school. www.printables4kids.com. Read on

No-Sew Lent Devotional Activity- Family Altar or Tablecloth

Lent is a wonderful time to explore green crafts and activities. Here's a no-sew family tablecloth or altar cloth pattern to make. Perfect for CCD, homeschool, family crafts, religious education, Sunday School or service project. Children of every age can participate in this activity. Inexpensive, green, diy, fun activity. Great way to practice spiritual graces of lent. Read more

Ash Wednesday Craft Project

Ash Wednesday approaches for Christians. In 2009, Ash Wednesday falls later in the year than usual, on February 25 (my dad's birthday- Happy Birthday, Dad!) Easter falls on April 12. Here's a great craft to bring us into spiritual focus for Ash Wednesday and the lenten season. Make a cross candle holder to commemorate the seven weeks of lent. It's like an advent wreath for lent! Use the trunk from your Christmas to connect Christmas and Easter. Children will process the tie-in between Easter and Christmas much better with this craft. (I should have posted this earlier when we still had our Christmas trees; sorry!) At any rate, read on

Free Printable Advent Calendars

Free Printable Advent Calendars Advent is the four week liturgical season preceding the feast of Christmas. Children enjoy counting down to Christmas with advent calendars. Here are several links with free printable Advent calendars to color, cut and paste. View more »

Easy Cheap Holiday Gift Crafts

Easy Holiday Gifts to Make 25+ quick, easy,cheap projects you can make with anyone of any age! We've been doing this for 16 years with our family!These crafts make excellent gifts! View more »

Gift Crafts For School, Home, Scouts

Gifts Kids Can Make For The Holidays Great math lesson in a craft! Reusable! Renewable resources! Great gift for mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, teacher, friend! A tried and true family favorite! All the kids can get involved whatever their ages! Inexpensive, attractive and useful! Works with student groups as well! Make at home, nursing homes, school, church, 4H, scouts, day care. View more »