Volcano Color Game

House of Baby Piranha takes a scientific approach to learning colors.  To begin, the colors are all hidden underneath the baking soda.  Whether you child knows his colors or not he'll still have lots of fun creating these mini-volcanoes and seeing the colors come to life.  

Good for ages 3 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.houseofbabypiranha.com/2011/09/magic-potions-colour-review.html

She knows sets them all off at the same time to make a rainbow.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1076071/diy-erupting-rainbow-experiment-for-kids

Wintery Gum Drop Pops

Martha Stewart does it again with these adorable gumdrop pops.  Kids can help by making the bodies, but an adult may need to add the faces and adornments.

Good for ages 5 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.marthastewart.com/273470/gumdrop-pops?czone=holiday/workshop-christmas/workshop-christmas-kids&center=307034&gallery=275712&slide=273470

Fishing for an after school snack

Who says you can't play with your food?  This is a great after school snack and activity all in one.  Your child will love catching the fish.

Get the instructions here:
http://adventuringsmiths.blogspot.com/2011/08/fishin-tales.html

Vintage Wintery Paper Doll Printable

Inside a black apple is offering this adorable, free paper doll printable.  Even the dog has some clothing options.

Get the download here:
http://theblackapple.typepad.com/inside_a_black_apple/2011/12/wintery-paper-doll-download-dot-roscoe.html

Healthy Snowman Kabobs

Dr. Sears has a very cute and delicious recipe that will make for a great, healthy after school snack that your child can even help assemble.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.drsearslean.com/2011/12/healthy-holiday-recipe-for-kids/

Form a magic crystal snowflake

Your little scientist will love to make this crystal snowflake and best of all it doesn't require the purchase of any special kit.  Teaches your child about chemistry, suspension, and crystallization. 

Good for ages 5 and up. 

Get the instructions here:
http://babbledabbledo.com/science-for-kids-crystal-garden/

Bring Frosty back to life with snowman pencils

Martha Stewart does it again with these absolutely adorable pencils.  They'll make great stocking stuffers or even can be used as gift wrap adornments. 

Good for ages 4 or more.  Those tiny hands need their dexterity to place on the eyes, mouth and noses. 

Get full instructions here:
http://www.marthastewart.com/277255/snowman-pencils