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How Foam Blocks Can Teach Kids Important STEM Skills

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There’s no doubt that kids love to play, but play-based learning is actually an important way for young children to learn. When children are given the opportunity to explore and experiment with materials, they develop all sorts of important skills, including problem-solving, fine motor, and creative thinking. In fact, Edutopia states that “play-based learning can be more effective than direct instruction at improving outcomes for early learners.” Foam blocks for kids are a great way to implement play-based learning in the classroom. Read More»

Crafting With Colorful Feed Sack Cloth

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During the Great Depression, feed sacks were constructed of cotton fabric that often contained colorful prints. These bags were commonly repurposed to make clothing, curtains, and household decor. There are some product lines, such as Flowers for Freya, that promote these same types of prints. Feed sack cloth can be used to make many personal and household items that are unique. Prints And Products Fabric that has been inspired by materials that were sold many decades ago contain floral, plaid, and solid prints. Read More»

Foam Block Sensory Activities

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Foam building blocks can be used during activities that are designed to improve your preschooler’s or young student’s sensory skills. Purchase a few packs of children’s big building blocks and prepare activities for your children that implement sorting, building, and identification skills. Sorting Station Dump blocks into several crates that are each the same size. Use your hands to mix the contents of each container. Set the containers on the floor and add an empty group of crates next to them. Read More»

Properly Blowing Up Helium Balloons And Safety

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You can’t have a party without balloons! Helium balloons put people in the festive mood, and they create a beautiful decor. If you need balloon arrangements for corporate events, you will want to know exactly how to fill the balloons properly.  Filling up Helium Balloons Most disposable canisters can fill between 30 - 50 9” balloons. Tell your sales representative at the party store exactly how many balloons you need to fill up so you get the correct sized tank. Read More»

Tips For Properly Caring For Your Coin Collection

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If you want to make sure that you are taking good care of your coin collection, you will want to make use of the following helpful tips. Always Handle The Coins While Wearing Cotton Gloves You want to refrain from ever using your bare hands when touching your coin collection. This is because the natural oils from your skin can harm the finish on the coins, rendering them much less valuable. Read More»