Summer is NOT over yet! Even if you’re kids have already gone back to school, the days are still long, we have weekends to fill and it’s not too late to squeeze in a little more fun and creativity with our kiddos. Our friend Ruth at Living Well Spending Less has had an amazing Summer Fun with Kids series going all summer and Michelle and I were lucky enough to be included as the final guest bloggers this week.
We chose to share an All About Me Kids Collage inspired by our kiddos and made with words and images they think represent who they are right now. This is actually a great project for end of summer/beginning of the school because you are capturing this one moment in time and you’ll be able to look back when a new summer arrives next year and see how they’ve grown and changed. Another bonus about this project is that when it’s finished, you’ll really have a work of art that both they and you will be pleased to hang up and display in a playroom or their bedroom.
This was a little sneak peek, but head over HERE to get all the info you’ll need to help your kids create their own Mixed Media Collage. Even better, Ruth is Giving Away 3 sets of Label Land School/Camp Labels that are perfect for Back to School.
Speaking of Back to School and Giveaways, don’t miss the Back to School Cash Bash Giveaway we’re hosting with 10 other fabulous bloggers right now!! One lucky winner is going to walk away with $500 Pay Pal Cash. I bet that would come in handy right now!
Also, if you’re feeling a little sad about the end of summer, you’re not alone. You’ll definitely want to read Michelle’s heartfelt post Why I’m Not Excited School is Starting. Once you’ve read it, leave her a little comment and congratulate (or console) her about having just become the mother of a TEENAGER!
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Jill says
We love to make collages. We need to make one to preserve our summer memories this week.
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maryanne @ mama smiles says
I loved this as a back to school activity!
Lisa Ehrman says
Thanks for sharing and linking up at Wake Up Wednesday!!!
Vanessa Holburn says
I love these collages as they are suitable for all ages. Great for little ones that get frustrated when they can’t draw perfectly and still good for older ones that can craft something unique and cool for their bedroom. Also a good way for mummy to make a ‘vision board’ to help inspire her personal goals through the winter months too!!
AmieJo says
I did a project similar to this in my art class when I was teaching. It was a great first of the year lesson to get to know each other. I wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the very inspiring blogger award. Sorry it has taken me so ling to let you know. I was on vacation when the post went live and got super busy when we got home. Check it out http://lifeslittleprojects.com/inspiring-blogger-award/
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
Love this collage!! headed over to check it out!