Sand painting is a staple of Southwestern culture and crafts. Traditionally, in Navajo culture, sand painting is a living creation performed by a medicine man and has a healing, spiritual connection. The sacred, symbolic images of Southwestern sand paintings are symmetrical, representative of the balance and harmony a sick person needs to achieve. Once the ...
As parents, summer seems easy for preschoolers. The kids can play outside any time they want, perhaps even in a kiddie pool or a sprinkler. You have planned trips to the park and maybe even a family vacation or two. You might have even gone so far as to plan some special playdates or day ...
Sand painting has long been a staple of fairgrounds and craft lessons. This popular craft is easy to do at home as well. By dying the sand yourself and designing the sand painting pictures, your kids will appreciate the finished project. Follow the easy directions below to create a beautiful sand painting in a bottle. ...
Sand is not just for the sand box anymore. That’s right! Sand can be a great medium for kids to craft with. It is easy to get, fun to use, and provides a lot of crafting ideas. Here are some ideas to get your kids crafting with sand. Sand Painting In A Jar Colors and ...
