Toy Boat Race

Awhile back we had a Boat Party...a few friends came over and I had supplies for them to each make their own boats to race down the creek by our house.  Here were some of the creative creations.

Here are the boats in action :)

Homeschool Resource Link

I just found a link to some amazing resources for homeschooling.

Here it is: http://www.homeschoolshare.com/

Alphabet Cookies

 Making cookies always makes everything just a little more fun! Here is my favourite Sugar Cookie recipe.

Rainbow Cupcakes (attempt #2)

Step 1: Mix up your cupcake batter (I used this recipe) and divide it into several bowls.

Step 2: Add food colouring to each bowl and mix well.  Combine all the colours back into the mixing bowl.

Step 3:  Divide the batter evenly among the cupcakes.

Step 4: Follow the baking directions for your recipe and enjoy a fun treat.  (Unfortunately, we ate all of the cupcakes before got a chance to take a picture of how they turned out!)

My Inspiration: http://blogs.babble.com/family-kitchen/2011/04/08/rainbow-cake-in-a-jar/

Note:  You can find my first attempt here.  I was very happy with the results this time!  Also, for anyone who is dairy free, I used coconut milk, instead of whole milk in the recipe and it turned out wonderfully.

DIY Playmat

All you need is a shower curtain and some markers and you have entertainment for a rainy day.

My Inspiration: http://www.filthwizardry.com/2009/02/shower-curtain-village-play-mat.html

Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese

Delicious and simple appetizer!

My Inspiration: http://www.motherthyme.com/2011/11/bacon-wrapped-dates-with-goat-cheese.html

Reward Chart with Scratch Off Paint

Step 1: Make scratch off paint by adding 1 part dishwashing detergent to 2 parts paint

Step 2: Draw out chart and rewards.

Step 3: Tape an outline around the rewards and paint over them.

 Step 4: Once your child has completed a row, let them scratch off the paint to see the reward!

My Inspiration: http://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2012/03/scratch-off-chore-chart-for-kids.html