Your Favorite Book and Movie Scenes Reimagined with LEGO
The tiny, unchanging LEGO brick has been used as a tool for educational activities as well as a medium for recreating globally recognized architecture. Fans of pop culture phenomenon, such as Harry...
View Article10 Fun Educational Crafts for Kids
Experts say that hands-on, active learning is the most effective way to teach students. The following hands-on educational crafts and activities are not only fun, but they also help children solidify...
View ArticleCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day with These Easy Crafts and Activities
Saint Patrick’s Day is this week, and we want to help you get ready for the holiday with some fun and educational crafts. Today, we’re sharing our picks for the top seven easy Saint Patrick’s Day...
View ArticleCelebrate the Season with These 5 Easy Spring Crafts
Spring officially began Sunday, March 20—so it’s time to get out the glue sticks and construction paper, and begin celebrating the sunny side of the year! Today, we’re sharing our picks for the top...
View ArticleA Behind the Scenes Look at JK Brickworks’ LEGO Builder Jason Allemann
You might say Jason Allemann has turned his childhood dreams into reality. As a child, he enjoyed playing with LEGO sets in creative ways. During his teens, that “play” turned into something more. He...
View Article6 Impressive LEGO World Records
One of the reasons LEGO is so appealing to both children and adults is its wide range of possibilities. It can be used as a basic building block for young children or a tool for designers and...
View Article5 Fun DIY Recycled Crafts
It may not feel like a lot, but every time you reduce, reuse, and recycle, you’re making a difference. But, sometimes going green can seem like a chore. If you want to add some fun to your quest to be...
View Article10 Fun LEGO Math Ideas
As it turns out, 20 Fun Activities for Learning with LEGOs is just the beginning when it comes to the educational possibilities of this classic toy. We recently discovered more via Pinterest, including...
View ArticleLearn About Independence Day with These Fun 4th of July Crafts
The 4th of July is a great time to teach your kids about the first Independence Day, so we’ve collected some interesting facts and fun crafts that you can share with them. Here are our picks for the...
View Article5 Paper Bag Crafts Kids Will Love
Paper bags are a craft staple that should be in every home with children. The possibilities of a paper bag are endless and will keep little ones engaged for hours. Besides a typical puppet craft, paper...
View ArticleMake Homemade Music with These 6 DIY Instruments
Did you know that singing in schools helps children feel better about themselves and improves their community spirit? And that mastering a musical instrument improves the way the human brain processes...
View ArticleHalloween Bookmark Printables Your Kids Will Love
With Halloween coming up, we thought these festive bookmarks would be much appreciated by your kids—perhaps adults can join in on the coloring fun and use the bookmarks for themselves, too! These...
View ArticleHalloween Treat Bag Printables
Are you in search of treat bag toppers for Halloween? Look no further. We have a handful of great options that can be customized. Some of our treat toppers serve as coloring printables for little ones...
View Article2016 Toy Purchasing Guide
It’s that time of the year again. Santa’s checking his list to see who has been naughty or nice. If you’re not quite sure as to what’s hot or not this year, we’ve done all of the work for you. Here’s...
View ArticleThrowback Thanksgiving Crafts to Make with Your Child
Before the days of Pinterest and craft bloggers, we were creating masterpieces with construction paper, pipe cleaners, and googly eyes. The crafts we brought home were pretty simple, but we were no...
View ArticleHow to Create a Thankful Thanksgiving Table
In all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it is so easy to lose sight of the importance of Thanksgiving. This time of year has long been a tradition of pausing to reflect and give thanks for...
View ArticleAn Easy Christmas Wreath to Make with Your Kids
Christmas wreaths are a beautiful way to make your front door welcoming and festive for the holiday season. They also present a perfect opportunity for a fun and creative craft to make with your kids....
View Article12 Days of Elf on the Shelf Ideas that Make You Smile
As busy parents, we don’t always have time to think about innovative or elaborate Elf on the Shelf ideas (if we even remember to do it). With all you have going on this time of year, we are here to...
View Article5 Fall Activities
Fall officially started on the 22nd, and it’s time to celebrate! Welcome the new season with Learning Liftoff’s editors’ picks of the top snacks, crafts, and other fun fall activities for this weekend,...
View ArticleA Favorite DIY Christmas Gift for Teachers
As much as teachers love gift cards or beautiful store-bought items, sometimes it’s nice to receive a thoughtful, hand-made gift from a child. With many families on tight budgets this holiday season,...
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