Did You Know?

Did you know that most lipsticks contain fish scales?  Yuck, I knew I didn't wear lipstick for a reason.  I am sure there is a good reason why.  Check out the links below to learn more about fish and their scales, with some fun games, books and websites.

http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/stories/spacescience/facts-on-fish/
http://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/fishing-tips/scales/
http://www.ask.com/question/does-lipstick-contain-fish-scales
http://petgames.my-pet-care.com/pet-games/fish-games-for-kids
http://www.coloring.ws/fish.htm
http://www.allkidsnetwork.com/crafts/animals/fish/
http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r6/learning/kids/?cid=fsbdev2_027478

Free Origami For Kids Patterns

This is a cool website I found. It has been on my favorites, and I forgot about it. It is Activity Village, and they have cool free patterns for Origami for kids. They are simple, age related patterns. They have tons to choose from, not to mention tons of other great kids activities. They have coloring pages, kids recipes, crafts, themes and holidays, puzzles, and so much more. Sign up for their free newsletter, and they will send you email when new stuff is added. Check it out at http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/origami_for_kids.htm

Do your kids love to color?

My kids are 7 and 4, so coloring is still a big part of their education style. While looking for cool fathers day cards, for them to make, I came across some cool coloring sites. Check them out if you like.

http://www.coloringcastle.com this site was the only place I could find a blank USA map, for my son, that was printable for free.

http://coloringbookfun.com/ this one has all free printables as well, nice selection too

http://www.crayola.com/ This one is probably my favorite, of the ones I found. It has tons and tons, of stuff for kids, including crafts.