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Turn Back the Hands of Time

Tucked away in a corner of one of my closets is a time capsule that our family will open in 2010. I can’t wait! We created it in 2000 – the beginning of a new century and a new millennium. This is the second one we’ve done as a family. […]

Making Homemade Play Dough For Your Grandchildren

Children are naturally creative. Creating something speaks to the souls of children. (And even adults!) Whether it’s beads and bangles, paint and paper, or glue and glitter, kids love to design and create myriads of things. So what better type of grandma than one that provides them with materials that […]

The Rhythm Cup Game is challenging and fun for teens and adults to play.

I’ve Got Rhythm

When you know that your grandchildren are coming over for a visit, do you ever worry about what to do so that they aren’t bored? Especially the teenaged grandchildren? It’s always a good idea to have several activities up your sleeve. Then, not only will they be happy, they will […]

Make lacy snowflakes -- it's all in how you fold the paper. GrandmaIdeas.com

How to Cut Snowflakes

When I was a freshman in college (back in the Mesozoic era), there were two things that I learned that I have used throughout my life. Did I remember anything from zoology? US History? I didn’t take much in my brain out the door of the classroom from those subjects. […]