Learning and science

  • Paper penguin craft

    Create a paper penguin using our latest printable template. It’s super easy to cut out and glue together and comes in both full colour or black and white so you can colour your own. This is a fun paper craft for kids which is perfect for Winter-themed crafting. * This printable craft was first published…

  • Magnetic ice skating craft

    Make a magnetic ice skating craft! This is a fun DIY toy and STEAM learning idea that kids will love. Note: Magnets are extremely dangerous if swallowed. Please supervise young children around this craft and do not leave magnets laying around where toddlers and babies can reach. This kids’ craft idea was first published in…

  • Making Borax Crystals

    Making borax crystals is a fun science experiment or STEM craft for curious kids. If your kid is crystal-obsessed like mine was when we made this project it’s even better! We first published these borax crystals in 2014 and has been updated and reshared for today’s audience. Important: This is a science experiment that needs…

  • Pom pom popper snowman

    Make a pom pom popper snowman craft for some Winter-themed fun! This is a simple DIY toy kids can make from a paper cup and a balloon. It’s also a great STEM activity for frosty indoor weather (or in our case in the Southern Hemisphere, stinking-hot indoor weather). DIY toys are one of my favourite…

  • Paper bat craft

    Make a hanging paper bat craft to decorate for Halloween – or just because you love bats! This printable template is based on a realistic bat and is designed to be suspended from the roof, or a branch (I picked a bare branch off the ground and placed it in a heavy jar filled with…