• Simple Earth Day mosaic craft for kids
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    Simple Earth Day mosaic craft for kids

    May 22, 2020 - By 

    Today we were learning about Earth Day. This is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970 and goes from strength to strength each year. We’re heard some amazing stories about how the world has been changing with the world in lockdown. These include air pollution dropping around the world, the water in the canals of Venice looking cleaner than ever and birds nesting earlier (can you tell we’re big fans of Steve Backshall’s Live Lessons on Facebook every Wednesday morning ?). Simple Earth Day mosaic…

  • Earth pom pom craft for kids
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    Earth pom pom for Earth Day

    March 2, 2018 - By 

    One of my challenges for this year was to use up our craft stash before buying any more materials. We have boxes full of everything and it’s lovely to be able to let the children be inspired by some of the materials we have. I’ve been going through everything and donating lots of items I know we won’t use to the charity shop. It’s funny how quickly the children grow up and want to use more grown up crafting materials. With Earth Day coming up next month ((22nd April) we thought it would be fun to take part in the Recycle…

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    Win with P&G on Earth Day

    April 22, 2013 - By 

    Did you know that today people around the world are celebrating Earth Day to demonstrate support for environmental protection? The theme is – What everyday small changes can we make to help make a difference to the environment? To help celebrate I’ve been offered an Earth Day kit which one of my readers has the chance to win. The fun kit includes: A blackboard made from recycled coffee cups A cardboard rocket for the children – and eco-paints so the whole family can get involved too A selection of P&G products Big changes don’t have to start with grand acts;…