Mattie does so many fun things at school; I thought I would share a little craft we did at her school last year for Halloween. The DIY Halloween Broomstick Brown Bag Craft is great because it keeps the kids engaged, gets their creative side moving, and, of course, they’re learning how to use school tools. The reason I picked this craft is because I remember when Vayda went to kindergarten she always loved craft time and was so good at it. I also remember her teaching a few of the kids how to use glue, scissors, and other necessary tools. It was nice to see her so willing to help, but it was also a huge eye-opener for me as a mother. Preparing our children for school is critical.
Halloween Broomstick Brown Bag Craft
Before we head into the craft, I wanted to let you know that my daughter, Mattie is the photographer. I’m so proud of her; she wanted to take the pictures since this was a craft she remembered and already knew how to do, lol. Yea, she’s moving on to photography because she knows how to do it lol. I think she did a fabulous job, considering my camera is as big as her.
You’ll need
- Brown paper bags
- Elmer’s Glue
- Raffia
- Popsicle Sticks
How to make the Halloween Broomstick Candy Bag:
First you’ll glue your popsicle stick to the brown paper bag by placing a strip of Elmer’s Glue on the back of your popsicle stick. 
You’re going to want the broomstick to pick up over the top of the bag when it is folded so fold the bag like it would be if there were candy or fun Halloween things inside to figure out where you want your broomstick to lay.
- Allow broomstick to dry for 5 to 10 minutes.
Gather Ruffia together so it looks like the end of a broom. Using 2-3 addition pieces of Ruffia to wrap around the gathered Ruffia so it looks like the end of a broom.
Glue Ruffia to your popsicle stick on the brown paper bag and allow to dry!
Did you know that you can start sending your child to school at places like Childtime when they are infants all the way until they are ready to start school? It’s a great way to prepare your child for school, teach them to get along with others, give them self-confidence, give them the opportunity to socialize and learn in fun and exciting ways. Kids minds are like sponges, the more they learn while they are young, the better.
Mattie has been going to school since I stopped working when she was two because I wanted her to be involved. Of course her days are not nearly as long as the other children’s, it’s perfect for her age and she still to this day loves the days she gets to go to school.
Schools like Childtime are so much more than a daycare! They focus on making your child feel comfortable, developing their little minds, teaching them to love learning, education, and setting them up for a brighter future. The staff and teachers are integral to each child’s learning process and there to help them develop their sense of independence. It’s so much more than daycare!
Childtime is a warm and inviting place where children get the nurturing they need to develop and grow. Parents can trust their children will get the guidance they need from the early childhood specialists. While children are at school, they will discover and explore the world around them, based on their interests.
Childtime has before and after school program like:
- Kick-Off Club – The Kick-Off Club helps kids learn responsibility, integrity, and self-awareness.
- Challenge Club – Kids, will learn personal responsibility, independence, and get a sense of the community.
- Grow Fit Club – YES, I love this club. It helps to send kids in the right direction when it comes to healthy habits, reducing stress and anxiety, and even boosting self-esteem.
- Homework Club – Just like it sounds this club promotes self-awareness, organization, and responsibility in a supportive environment.
- Community Club – Activities promote things such as giving back, connecting with the community, problem solving and critical thinking.
Childtime also has a Flex Care Program for parents who need care over the holidays or school breaks, have an irregular schedule, stay home but need a little time off, or even work part-time. Be sure to check out their Flex Care program when you’re looking for a school in your area.
To learn more head over to the Childtime.com.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Learning Care Group. The opinions and text are all mine.
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