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LEGO Store Monthly Mini Build – FREE LEGO Monkey on 8/5

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Free, Kids

published date: July 18, 2014
modified datt: July 18,2014

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Visit your local LEGO Store on the first Tuesday of each month  for the LEGO Store Monthly Mini Build.  Kids will Learn how to build a cool LEGO mini model and the best part,  when you are finished,  you can take it home for FREE!  A new model will be available each month and will be specially themed to that month.  Mini Model Build events are a blast and a wonderful FREEBIE your little guy or gal will love.

The upcoming Mini Model Build is a LEGO Monkey. Event is scheduled for Tuesday, August 5th at 5:00 pm and is open to children ages 6 to 14 only. Show up early as quantities are limited, approximately 250 per store.

Like LEGO’s and the FREE LEGO Mini Model Build Event?  If so, then don’t forget your FREE LEGO Magazine! Also, Teachers get a FREE Annual Pass to LEGOLAND, LEGO’s massive LEGO themed amusement park .

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Fourth of July Kid Friendly Firecracker Craft

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Education, Pinterest, Summer

published date: June 29, 2013
modified datt: June 27,2014

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The Fourth of July makes us POP with excitement at Simply Sprout!  A holiday filled with patriotism, outside play, family, and of course fireworks!  Fireworks and Lil Sprouts aren’t the best combination, so we’ve thought of a way for toddlers to get in on the fun!  Just in time for Independence Day you can make this kid friendly firecrackers!

 What you’ll need:

  •  Tennis ball canister
  • Red, white, and blue ribbon
  • Construction paper
  • Red, white, and blue glow sticks
  • Any additional embellishments (pom poms, sequins, stickers, etc.)
  • Glue gun

Directions:

After you have let the hot glue gun heat up (please supervise any children around a hot glue gun), make a line of glue around the bottom portion of canister.  Working with about one inch of glue at a time would be best. Place scraps of patriotic themed ribbon in the glue.  If you don’t have ribbon scraps at home you could use streamers, strips of paper, curling ribbon, etc.  Be creative!  Continue gluing ribbon from the bottom of the canister until you have made it around the entire circumference.  Take a thicker piece of ribbon and cover up the tops of the ribbon where you have already glued.  Continue wrapping the ribbon until you get to the top.  Take a piece of ribbon and make a handle by gluing the bottoms to each side of the canister.  Using the ribbon that you wrapped the canister with, circle the top portion so that ends of handle are now covered.  To make it look like an official firework, we added a cone made of construction paper to the top and decorated with sequins and such.  Now for the fun part!  Stuff your canister with red, white, and blue glow sticks (we found ours at Target for $1).  Another great idea is to fill the canisters with candy, flags, beads, or other patriotic treats for your young guests!

A creative way to let even our littlest sprouts feel festive on the Fourth of July without worrying a bit!  Have a BLAST this July 4th!  Come visit us at  www.simplysprouteducate.com.

Find more Fun July Fourth Crafts on FCL’s Pinterest Board. Also don’t forget this Patriotic Bike Clip Art from Martha Stewart.


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Summer Camp Care Package – Daily Missing You Notes

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Education, Pinterest, Summer

published date: June 03, 2014
modified datt: June 03,2014

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Summer officially began this week and for a lot of kids that means it’s time to pack up the duffel bags and head off to camp. We have fond memories of all the summer time joy that goes along with sleep away camp. One of the best parts of the day was mail time in the mess hall! Your kids are sure to be happy campers with something sweet tucked in their bag and some mail to brighten their day!

Here is seven days of sweet sunshine for your camper. Fill each day with some candy or goodies and a note. They will love it!

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Other ways to send love from home to your campers are:

  • Postcards mailed each day with one letter written on each. By the end of their stay the message might spell something like, “I miss you!”
  • A personalized pillowcase with sweet dream messages.
  • A CD or playlist for their iPod with their favorite music.
  • A recorded message card so a camper can hear a familiar voice from home.
  • A care package of their favorite homemade baked goods.
  • A candy gram. Use the names of candy bars to write a special note

Be sure to print/download the Camp Candy Care Package Tags.

Note: This is also fun for overnight spend the nights or backyard camping. If you can’t use candy, get creative and fill the small cubes with other thoughful gifts – rings, glow-sticks, poppers, etc.

We’ve been camping all week at Simply Sprout and we’re keeping on these happy trails through the weekend! Come visit us at  www.simplysprouteducate.com.

Be sure to pick up a camping packing list at Live Life, Shop Smart – ShopRunner’s Blog.


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Father’s Day Descriptions from Kids – Fun Craft Activity #FathersDay

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Father's Day, Free

published date: June 14, 2013
modified datt: May 15,2014

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In the past few days I have shared with you a handful of Father’s Day Crafts… there is another one today from Simply Sprout!

Print out the fun Father’s Day Descriptive Sentences!

Love the Father’s Day Descriptions Activity? Don’t forget these other fun crafts:

Father’s Day Craft Activity for the Dad Who Loves Tools

FREE Father’s Day Tie Banner – Tie-riffic Dad

Find more Father’s Day Deals and Activities on Frugal Coupon Living.

Thanks, Simply Sprout.

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Father’s Day Tool Craft Activity for the Dad Who Loves The Shop

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Father's Day, Pinterest

published date: June 11, 2013
modified datt: May 15,2014

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Happy Father’s Day! Check out Simply Sprout Tool Kit for a fun activity for a dad who loves The Shop! Very cute and adorable.

On my Pinterest Board, you can find many Father’s Day Crafts.

Love the Tool Craft, don’t forget the FREE Father’s Day Tie Banner – Tie-riffic Dad and Father’s Day Descriptions from Kids !

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Set of 10 Strawberry Fold Up Reusable Shopping ECO Bags | $0.86 Each!

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Crafts, Online Shopping

published date: October 06, 2013
modified datt: May 01,2014

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Reusable shopping bags are a great way to do your part for the environment. Right now Amazon has a cute set of 10 fold up Strawberry ECO bags for only $0.86 each  shipped. This is an awesome opportunity to start your Reusable ECO bag collection on a budget.

    • Durable and high quality
    • Great Eco-friendly and portable carrier bags
    • Easy washable, won¡¯t fade
    • Super convenient and waterproof
    • 100% Brand new

Each bag can be folded into a small strawberry for easy storage.

For a friend, fill with goodies and try the following phrase –
You are BERRY Special Teacher
You can also pair with a smoothie gift card as a BERRY Awesome Gift Idea!

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Check out this FREE BERRY Special Tag from Skip to My Lou. Great for a gift, tie with a ribbon and state  ”I’m So Happy to Have a BERRY Special Teacher.” Great with this strawberry tag for ANY time of the year, first day or a “just because” later. It is only a $.86 to you, but probably much more to your teacher!

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Ames Poly Lawn Cart only $19.88 (Reg. $29.99)

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by Filed Under: Home Improvement, Online Shopping

published date: April 05, 2014
modified datt: April 05,2014

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It’s just about time to start spring cleaning in your yard too! Get this Ames Poly Lawn Cart for only $19.88! Originally $29.99. Buy online and have it shipped to your store to save on shipping costs.

The Ames 4 cu. ft. Plastic Lawn Cart is an ideal tool for outdoor work around your lawn or patio. The bin is made from plastic for lasting durability and can be easily transported with the 2-wheel design. The green bin can hold up to 250 lb. of material so you can quickly transport leaves, branches and more around your yard.

  • Plastic lawn cart is durable and long-lasting
  • 4 cu.ft. maximum capacity allows you to carry various items such as clippings, plants and more
  • The all-poly construction is durable and corrosion resistant
  • 2 tires offer easy portability

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Rainbow JELL-O Ribbon Squares Step-by-Step Tutorial and Recipe

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Pinterest, Recipe

published date: March 11, 2014
modified datt: March 11,2014

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Rainbow JELL-O Ribbon Squares Recipe
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Looking to celebrate an event – this Ribbon Rainbow JELL-O is great for a party, St. Patrick’s day, a summer or spring break treat – you name it! A rainbow might be a meteorological phenomenon, but there is no natural miracle going on in the kitchen in your home with this EASY step-by-step tutorial for a rainbowlicious dessert sure to please!

Ingredients:

  • 1 box Red Gelatin
  • 1 box Orange Gelatin
  • 1 box Yellow Gelatin
  • 1 box Green Gelatin
  • 1 box Blue Gelatin
  • 1 8oz Cool Whip

 

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Directions:

  1. Prepare an 11 x 13 pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add 1 cup boiling water to package of blue Jell-O. Stir until dissolved.
  3. Pour 2/3 cup gelatin into pan and place in refrigerator to set (about 20 minutes).
  4. Add Cool Whip to remaining mixture to bring level up to 2/3 cup. Stir until Cool Whip melts and color is blended.
  5. Gently pour on top of set gelatin and place in refrigerator to set (15-20 minutes).
  6. Repeat this process with green, yellow, orange and red gelatins.
  7. Allow to set for 2 hours before cutting and serving.

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