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Old 10-02-2014, 09:34 PM
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One of the best items I've purchased, (since sliced bread) for my 'grandones' is called SANDS ALIVE. I got a 5# box for $32+. It is absolutely the neatest stuff. It's not actually sand. It's really neat feeling. http://www.amazon.com/Play-Visions-S...ds=living+sand

I had to keep the GK's for several days earlier in Summer and wanted something to occupy them (so I cud sew..lol) I set up my old card table, and it's so old I covered it w/white contact paper, that way cud take it off when done. Seriously, they played for hrs and hrs. I gave them some old jello molds & plastic cups and the ideas were endless.

It's not for carpet, but on reg flooring it's sweepable. It doesn't stick to them, or fabric or floor, can pick up bigger pcs, but I just sweep up the little pcs. Trying to keep it all on the table is kinda hard, ya kno kids..lolo In all the time they've played with it, I might have lost less than a 1/4 cup, so not bad.. It never hardens, or spoils. I keep it in a big Tupperware cereal keeper..haha..

I hope this gives you an idea.. Have fun..
Jean

Originally Posted by quilt1950
My grandkids all like arts and crafts. They prefer to have 'stuff' to do with as their creative minds dictate. So, for Christmas, I want to give them a big box of 'stuff'. I'll include the standard paper, tape, paint, markers, feathers, and the other items found in the craft aisle at Joanns or Michaels. I'm looking for other fun things. I'm thinking about coffee filters, cupcake papers, tongue depressors, etc.

Any ideas? What can I include that would not be considered a craft item, but that a creative child would enjoy. These children range in age from 4 to 10 years.

Thanks!!
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