Top 10 Snow Day Crafts From Our Pinterest Boards

It seems like every winter we run through the gambit of animated movies and family favorites during those too-cold-to-play-outside winter days. Unfortunately, that seems to be just about everyday this winter. Your yearly quota for animated movies was probably reached weeks ago…and it’s only February.

So how about a change of pace…turn off the TV and get crafty! We here at New York Family have put together a list of remedies to cure your cabin fever…so read on for our favorite Pinterest picks for indoor crafts, or click HERE to see our original Pin Board!

1. HOMEMADE FINGER PAINTS:

Not only will the kids be able to help you make the paint, but once it’s ready, you can dive into hours of nontoxic fun! In the words of Ms. Frizzle, “Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!”

2. SCAVENGER HUNT

This is a fun game for all ages. Get creative and come up with specific things to find in your own house. Have the kids find different kinds of craft items and challenge them to make something out of it.

3. SNOW STORM IN A JAR

Finally, a snow storm you can control! And in my opinion, five-ingredient experiments are the best kind of experiments!

4. PIPE CLEANER TIARAS

This one if for that pretty princess who is currently moping around your home. Help her turn a headband into a tiara and then play dress-up! Maybe Mom will let her try on those heels…just this once.

5. PERSONALIZED CERAMIC PLATES

Maybe your picky-eater will be more willing to eat the food off of the plate he or she made themselves.

6. TOILET PAPER ROLL ANIMALS

Start a collection and display these adorable new friends on the kitchen windowsill or on a shelf in the bathroom.

7. SHAPED CRAYONS

Have your child separate out all the broken crayons in their collection. Chop them up into little pieces and place them in a fun-shaped tray. Put the tray in the oven at 250 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Take them out, let them cool, and you have a brand new batch of crayons!

8. VALENTINE HEARTS

The project is great for the littlest ones, but challenge your older guys to get a little more creative. Turn them into cards and write letters to loved ones.

9. DIY INSTRUMENT

Accompany this plastic straw pan flute with a tissue box banjo and a set of of tin can drums and you’ve got yourself a band. Heck, you could be on your way to becoming the next Jonas Brothers! Make your own instruments!

10. POPSICLE STICK PICTURE FRAMES

Once these are made, have a photo shoot with the kids. Print out the new pictures and glue them to their newly made frames. Put magnets on the backs and stick them on the refrigerator so that you can always remember the best snow day ever.

For more awesome ideas, see our board on Pinterest.

New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

Summer Game Camp There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including &ndash; - Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers! - Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more! - Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch! - A digital campus! - Moderated chat hours! &nbsp; Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more! Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm &nbsp; Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons &amp; Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop!&nbsp; &nbsp; Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together! &nbsp; Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our Dungeons &amp; Dragons Jr. game provides a D&amp;D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&amp;D so they can eventually move onto the main game.

Broadway Dance Center Children and Teens

With more than 35 years of experience, Broadway Dance Center Children &amp; Teens provides young movers ages 3-18 with exceptional training. BDC delivers the finest all-around dance experience for students by offering a wide variety of styles and levels, performance opportunities, and the highest caliber dance instruction that only New York City and BDC Children &amp; Teens can provide. This studio is so much more than a training course for young dancers; it is a diverse, family-friendly community for budding creatives. It has an exemplary faculty who follow the vision to not only develop a dancer&rsquo;s love and ability in dance, but to do so in a nurturing and supportive way.

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center is an indoor birthday party and play space located in Syosset, NY. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, open play, and more! We have the best party packages on Long Island! Our facility has multiple AWESOME attractions: The Trampoline courts, The Adventure Zone, Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Soft Play, Arcade, &amp; MORE! If you need a break from jumping and climbing, try out some of our delicious food from The Bounce Bites Kitchen! Come on in to any of our Open Play, Toddler Time, or Glow Night sessions!