Jen, from Goring by Sea in the UK, sent in this great dande-lion craft. Let’s take a look at it…
What did you do?
All you need is some strong card or cardboard, glue, pens and some dandelions from the garden.
We simply drew and cut out a lion face on some card. We then went out in the garden and collected lots of dandelions. Then we stuck them down for the mane and my little one wanted to colour the lion in! That’s it!
We loved the fact it’s easy, simple and involves going outside too. It held my toddlers attention and he loved going out to collect the dandelions. You could easily incorporate a nature walk. It hardly involves any equipment or craft supplies so should be accessible to most.
I also think he looks lovely!
Do you have any other projects planned?
We are currently working on some toilet roll farm animals!
Tell the Housebound With Kids community a bit about yourself…
I’m Jen, UK based mum of 2 boys (1&3) and I love arts and crafts! I really like simple craft and play activities to do with my children.
@makingitupmumma
Do you have any tips for other parents?
There are so many lovely ideas that use simple items around the home and recycled things so don’t worry about spending money.
What are your family’s favourite board game(s)/card game(s)?
We love snakes and ladders, snap and matching games.
What are your children’s favourite books?
We love all the Julia Donaldson books like Room on the Broom, The Smartest Giant and Paper Dolls.
What toys would you recommend to other parents?
My 3 year old is superhero obsessed so anything to do with superhero’s. My littlest one loves anything musical but also loves a good old cardboard box!
Has this website and community helped you?
It’s a great place to get ideas for things to do with the children when you want some creative help!
