Free Printable Science Activities, Recipes from PBS ZOOM

ZOOM is a television show from PBS with a long and celebrated tradition in excellence in children's programming. The first ZOOM episodes were shot 1972 and ran until 1978. PBS brought ZOOM back for another six years in starting in 1999. Public Television and the Children's Television Workshop were truly pioneers in creating healthy, safe television shows. PBS and CTW have long been advocates for children. Children featured on the show ZOOM were introduced only by first name and last initial, making ZOOM into a show for kids like you and me.

The purpose of ZOOM as with all of PBS children's programming was to make learning fun. ZOOM featured lots of safe, kid friendly hands on science projects using common household objects.   Free Printable Science Activities and Recipes from PBS ZOOM

Free Printable Medieval Crafts, Coloring Pages

I have a penchant for history, especially of the medieval period. I'm sure that my idea of the Middle Ages is pretty romanticized, but I can't help thrilling to words like dovecote, kirtle and merlon. If you share my predilection, here are free printable coloring pages from the medieval period. Free Printable Medieval Middle Ages Crafts, Coloring Pages. 

Easy Kids Knitting Projects

Easy Knitting Projects for Kids When children begin knitting, they aren't quite ready for a big project; they prefer to make smaller projects. Here is a list of simple knitting projects using basic square or rectangle knitted pieces. Click here

Craft Projects and Toys from the Recycle Bin

Rainy Day Toys and Games from Your Recycle Bin Your recycle bin is a veritable 'green' treasure trove for DIYer and earth-friendly fun. Here are 10 easy, green craft project toys and games from your recycle bin. Perfect for summer fun, rainy day fun, day care, scout troops, summer camp and homeschoolers! 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

Free Printable Christmas Gifts, Crafts and Activities

Free Printable Craft Projects for School Age Kids Free Printable Christmas Coloring and Cut and Paste Activities. Use for holiday gift crafts and decorations. Perfect for advent and Christmas. Green, economical and lots of fun! View more »

Christmas and Advent Craft- Countdown Chain

Paper Chain Christmas Countdown Craft Easy craft for all ages to help eager children anticipate the Christmas holiday. Use simply as a countdown or extend to include service, works of mercy or secret santa. View more »

No Sew Polar Fleece Poncho

Polar Fleece Projects for Seniors and Children Polar Fleece is literally the magic fleece! You can use and abuse polar fleece and it just keeps looking great and feeling cozy! No need to hem polar fleece, either! Ideal for seniors, babies and children! Details and materials to make an inexpensive girl's polar fleece poncho and blanket for seniors. View more »