Craft activity for kids in decorating fans for Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year is an important Chinese holiday the begins on January 31st and runs over many days. I’m sad to say that I’ve never experienced the traditional Chinese New Year celebrations, although it is on my list of things to do. Splashes of […]
Aussie scented sensory rice
Australia Day is my national day of celebration and it takes place on 26th January of every year. It is on this day that many ‘Aussies’ get together with friends and family, usually over a friendly BBQ or casual game of backyard cricket, to reflect on what they love about our country and show their pride by displaying […]
Aboriginal Clapping Sticks
There is so much about Australia that I love, however, I have always been interested in the beautiful art of our indigenous Australians . With this in mind I thought it might be fun for Possum and I to make our own version of the traditional musical instruments called clapping sticks. Suggested Age: 2 years + You will […]
Cherry Blossom Paper Lanterns
It’s hard to believe that another year has past and we are well and truly in the throws of 2014. I’m predicting an exciting year with new improvements to Laughing Kids Learn and even more wonderful activities you can do with your children at home. Cherry Blossom Paper Lanterns One activity […]
New Year’s resolutions for 2014
Now I have to be honest, I’m never very good at making or keeping new year resolutions. I’m not too sure what it is that finds me dropping the ball on my new year resolutions but this year I’ve decided to make a much more concerted effort and feel happy with whatever I achieve by […]
How to make a healthy watermelon cake
It was roughly about this time last year that my husband and I discovered that little Possum was severely allergic to egg, she is anaphylactic to be exact. It was since her allergy test confirmed this that I felt an overwhelming determination to find fabulous egg free alternatives to many of the foods that children […]
Decorating golf balls for father’s day gift
Decorating golf balls for father’s day gift is a simple way to get little kids involved. These decorated golf balls will dramatically improve any golfers swing and the receiver will work hard to remain on the green and keep forever. Ha! Decorating Golf Balls for Fathers Day Gift It is almost Father’s Day here in Australia. […]
Happy 1st Birthday Laughing Kids Learn
I find it very hard to believe that this once teeny tiny blog has now been in existence for a whole year! Time sure does fly when you’re having fun (or your kids are). HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY LAUGHING KIDS LEARN! It felt just like yesterday when I was talking to my husband about the idea […]
DIY Gold Mine Cake
My husband recently turned 30 years of age and we decided to have a party to celebrate! I couldn’t resist a cake challenge. He has often spoken about the thrill he would get as a young boy when it came time for him to select a themed cake from the Australian classic Woman’s Weekly Birthday […]
2012 Highlights
As the year comes to a close I start to reflect on all the great activities and ideas that I’ve been able to post to you in 2012. It was tough to whittle it down to a select few. What has been a favourite for you? Colouring Rice http://laughingkidslearn.blogspot.com.au/2012/10/colouring-rice.html Milk Bottle http://laughingkidslearn.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/milk-bottle-rackets.html Cold Spaghetti http://laughingkidslearn.blogspot.com.au/2012/10/cold-spaghetti.html […]
Remembrance Day
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month has a special significance in the post-war years. The moment when hostilities ceased on the Western Front and it became universally associated with the remembrance of those who had died in the war. LEST WE FORGET I always feel it is my duty, simple […]
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Disgusting Halloween Treat
Now this is a treat that adults are sure to think is disgusting but kids will LOVE! It is easy to make and will have everyone in this Halloween spirit. Purchase some eyeball candies from Big W ($2), some red jelly and small plastic cups. You might like to have just one big container instead. […]
Halloween Mummies
Here is fun and yummy Halloween treat for the special people in your lives. They are quite simple to make and look very impressive. _______ Begin by breaking apart Oreo biscuits and eating one or two. Place a store bought candy stick into the icing and use some melted chocolate as glue to attach the […]
Celery Science
This is a great science experiment that is sure to have that ‘WOW’ factor we want from kids. It teaches them about the life cycle and that plants need and draw water for survival.Here is how it’s done. Begin with the following key items for this experiment. Add 10 drops of food colouring to each […]