Arts and crafts for first and second graders! :O)?
I work in daycare and will be spending the summer entertaining first and second graders. I thought that some arts and crafts would be a great way to keep them entertained (although I am sure they will consider it torture!)…..So, i was wondering if you guys had any great arts and crafts ideas! ! !
thanks for any suggestions! 
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There are some amazing websites with simple things to do and make.
http://crafts.kaboose.com/index.html
http://www.howtomakestuff.com/
http://www.pack-o-fun.com/
http://www.amazingmoms.com/htm/kidsart.htm
http://www.craftfreebies.com/index.html
http://www.recycleworks.org/schools/creativereuse.html#projects
http://www.dltk-kids.com/
http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/
http://www.mycraftbook.com/
http://www.freepetprojects.com/default.aspx?PageID=933
http://www.robertsabuda.com/popmakesimple.asp
http://www.allfreecrafts.com/recycling-crafts/index.shtml
That should give you a start – good luck!
Here are two good ones with a lot to look at
http://www.craftown.com/kids.htm
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/
Edit: I would give this last one a five star rating
There are a bunch of Craft Ideas and directions here:
Craft Kits – http://www.craft-kits.net/craft-projects.htm
Other ideas are to make pet treats
Dog Treat Recipes – http://www.dog-pound.net/other-dog-treats.htm
Or if you are into organic these are directions for organic recipes that could be a great craft.
Organic Recipes – http://www.organic-items.com/organic-directory.htm
Have fun!
HTH