Cotton Ridge Homeschool is my collection of creative ideas for home based learning. Although we have a couple of years before we start, I decided a blog would be the best place to organize my thoughts, keep a list of links to other blogs and curriculum sites, and keep track of creative ideas from friends […]
There are many fun, creative and educational activities in the Smoky Mountains that children and adults can enjoy together. If you are vacationing in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge or Sevierville, these places are within driving distance and are worth the visit. Arts & Crafts Community of Gatlinburg We make an effort to visit the Arts & […]
For hot summer days when you’d rather stay inside… Make & Decorate Sugar Cookies: Sugar Cookie Mixes Product Reviews Making cookies with kids is a classic rainy-day (or hot summer day) activity! Kids learn a bit about mixing and baking, and then get to decorate the finished cookies. Use cookie mixes when you are short […]
Earlier this month we had the opportunity to visit my Aunt and Uncle, Sandee and Dean Ostheller, at their home in rural Missouri. Along with a wonderful visit with relatives, I enjoyed two of my favorite things: nature and art. And after 20 years of wishing, I was finally able to visit the Kansas City […]
Make Your Own Auntie Anne’s At-Home Pretzel Baking Kit Auntie Anne’s Pretzels was not particularly “easy” as described on the package, but it WAS fun! Adult supervision is required, but kids can be involved in most, if not all, of the steps. Kids can make the pretzel shape (clearly described in the instruction sheet) or […]
This project isn’t only for kids – I had fun making these myself! Materials Needed Unfinished Shadow Box (found at Hobby Lobby) Unfinished Wooden Letter (found at Hobby Lobby) Scrapbook Paper or Other Decorative Paper Ruler Masking Tape & Scrap Paper Tacky Glue Straight-edge razor blade or paint scraper Sandpaper Glass Cleaner Primer & Paint […]
Kids Love Painting Pottery! If you own a kiln or have access to one, invite the children in your life over to paint their own pottery! Mugs, plates, bowls and ornaments make great gifts from children to loved ones. Visit Amazon.com, Big Ceramic Store or Creative Crafts, Inc. for a wide selection of bisque and […]
