Showing posts with label boat theme. Show all posts
Showing posts with label boat theme. Show all posts

Monday, October 11, 2010

Sailor Hats


Toddler, Pre-K, K, 6 & Up

You have to have a sailor's hat to steer (or race) a boat don't you?!

My kids seemed to love these simple newspaper sailor hats. And, what a great idea for Columbus Day.

To make this craft you will need:
  • An old newspaper
  • Tape (optional)
I am going to add the picture directions that I used to make my kids hats. I think they do more justice than me trying to type it out. (Click to enlarge and read it better)



We hope you and your child have had as much fun with these Columbus Day activities as we have!

Columbus Boat Snack

Toddler, Pre-K, K, 6 & Up

I am so glad I found a great opportunity to try out this fun snack! Of course you don't have to do it on Columbus Day--your child will love this any day of the week!

For this snack you will need:
  • Oranges (I just did 3, obviously you would need plenty for a party)
  • Jello in any color or flavor (brighter colors make more of an impression)
  • Toothpicks
  • Paper
Now, I prepared my kids snack the night before so I would have less mess, and it takes time for the Jello to set.

First, cut your oranges in half. Squeeze the juice out and get all of the insides out. I cut around the fruit and then scooped it out with a small measuring spoon.

Make your Jello according to instructions, and pour inside the orange cups. (I waited for mine to cool down before pouring, I was worried that the boiling temperatures could boil the skin).

Once the jello sets, cut your orange half in half again. Now add your tooth pick and sail. I made my sails look like the sails from the Columbus boats to tie in our theme, but you could just stick to triangles if you wanted.

Here's a look at the original idea I based my snack on: