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Flag Felt Busy Bag for Kids

Flag day

With both Flag Day and the Fourth of July coming up you may be looking for a patriotic kids’ craft. Your older kiddos are all about creating realistic looking flags, portraits of famous Americans and crafts that are kind of complex. But, what about your toddler or preschooler? Little kids don’t have to feel left out. This easy felt craft is perfect for little hands and can be completely reusable. That means you can pack it away (after your child is done with the artsy play) and use it again on Memorial Day or any day! Materials 1 8x10-inch craft...

Indoor Activities for Kids on July 4th

Kids' art

Happy Fourth of July! It’s Independence Day and you have a bountiful backyard barbeque scheduled. You’ve created ‘the’ grilling menu of the season and prepped games galore for the kiddos. There will be relay races, an obstacle course and 4th themed red, white and blue outdoor crafts. But, then it started to rain. Now, the entire holiday celebration is inside and you have a room full of kids to entertain. What can you do? Check out these easy indoor July 4th kids’ activities! No-Mess Art You could break out the paints and paper. But, you’ve got too many pint-sized guests...

Fourth of July Party Activities for Kids

Patriotic craft

It’s time for your Fourth of July celebration, and you still haven’t finalized the kids’ activity list. You have the meal planned, organized a fireworks watching extravaganza for all, but are still looking for something to keep the kids busy (at least until the fireflies come out). Check out these easy ideas for kids’ July 4th party games, crafts and more! Backyard bowling. Set up empty (and thoroughly washed) plastic bottles, bowling pin style. Grab a red, white and blue ball and bowl away. Use one your child’s rubber or kickball type of balls, and not a real bowling ball....

Fourth of July Family Party Recipes

Dinner salad

Celebrating the Fourth of July means fun, fireworks and festive get-togethers. Whether you’re having a backyard barbeque with the family or inviting the whole neighborhood over for a holiday party, food planning and prep is key to your celebration. That said, you don’t have to go it alone when it comes to cooking for your guests. Check out these easy-to-make recipe ideas that the kids can help out with! Celebration Salad Washing veggies, tearing lettuce and mixing it all together is super-simple. Even kids as young as the preschool years can help out with this starter. Add in your own...

The Best July 4th Fireworks on the West Coast

July 4th

It’s almost Independence Day and you’re looking for the best July 4th fireworks – on the West Coast! Where can you go to see these displays on the Fourth? You’ve already caught a glimpse of the major displays in Washington, D,C., NYC and Boston on TV or online (with the time difference, you got to see these hours before your own fireworks will actually start). Check out this list, featuring some of the nation’s best West Coast options. Los Angeles, California Keep in mind, there are several displays in and around the LA area. Depending on where you live (or...

Fourth of July Chilly Ice Play Ideas

July 4th

Cool off on the Fourth of July with red, white and blue ice activities! Whether you’re looking for a patriotic art activity for the kids or you want to dress up your Independence Day party, these icy cold ideas will help everyone chill out and celebrate! Patriotic Paint Make your own kids’ paint using food coloring and water. Add a few drops of either blue or red coloring into an ice cube tray, fill with water and freeze. Leave a few empty (i.e., don’t add food coloring) compartments, making the clear cubes the white part of the red, white and...

July 4th Berry Treats

Berry recipes

What better to make a red, white and blue treat than berries? Celebrating July 4th often means making patriotic themed dishes. Instead of loading up on fake food coloring, go natural and create a buffet of berry-infused beverages, tasty treats and other assorted Fourth of July snacks! Berry Cubes Ice isn’t exactly exciting. That said, you can dress up your drinks with berries. Drop a few blueberries and raspberries into your ice cube tray. Fill with water, and freeze. Put the frozen berry cubes into a water pitcher or add them to seltzer. Rice Cereal Treats Make the standard recipe...

The Best July 4th Fireworks on the East Coast

July 4th

What’s America’s favorite thing to do on July 4th? Aside from the backyard barbecue, it’s watching fireworks on the Fourth! If you’re looking for some of the country’s best displays, check out these holiday events in the eastern U.S.A. New York, New York NYC’s famous Macy’s 4th of July display (it began in 1958) features fireworks set off from barges on the East River. Along with the fireworks, this event has famous faces and a star-studded line-up of performers. Boston, Massachusetts The iconic Boston Pops plays the backdrop to this July 4th celebration. Fireworks are set off over the Charles...

Kids’ Paint Print Art for Flag Day or July 4th

Paint print

Do you need a simple kids’ art activity for Flag Day or July 4th? This paint print flag helps kids create a red, white and blue work of art, while also teaching them about colors, patterns and textures. The best part is they don’t even need a brush! Instead of the traditional way of painting, this project lets your kiddos use cut p kitchen sponges to apply the paint to the paper. Materials: Red, white and blue tempera paints A kitchen sponge Scissors White card stock paper (or poster board) Instructions: Pour the paint into golf ball-sized puddles. Use a...

Red, White and Blue Holiday Recipes

Patriotic treat

Memorial Day, Flag Day and July 4th! They’re all patriotic holidays that often involve a family-filled picnic or other similar celebration. Instead of spending the day in kitchen by yourself, try a few super-simple red, white and blue recipes Get the whole family involved, and ask the kids to help you out with these holiday treats! Red and blue salad. Slice a red apple and pair it with blueberries. This couldn’t be easier! Alternate the red and blue fruits or toss them into a bed of greens for a sweet and savory salad. Patriotic s’mores. Turn the summertime favorite into...

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