It's good to be green

In today's world we are all keen to teach our children to protect the world around us. With this in mind the BBC have launched a program on their Cbeebies channel called Eco-beebies to spread the word to even the youngest of children that it is good to be green. While I'm not a huge fan of TV this one has been a hit with even my 2 year old.

Even if you can't catch the television programme be sure to check out the excellent website.

I'm currently printing the 'green star chart' for the children of our home school co-op and I'm sure we'll also be making our own mini garden at home.

If you need more ideas to help spread the 'green message' to your children, don't forget to check out our Recycling For Kids section.

More Recycling Ideas - journals out of garbage!

NB: Please do not allow your children to browse video sharing sites unsupervised!

Recyling Craft Idea - fun for the weekend?

We liked this clever recycling craft idea from "Nini Makes", which makes use of the plastic lids from fruit containers (the sort you by strawberries in at the supermarket).
Reusing Plastic Packaging

Create A Home Recycling Center

Recycling is a small way you can help the environment and is being offered in more cities and towns across the county. Unfortunately, just the thought of recycling can add to the sense of overwhelm and prevent you from making it part of your daily life. Following the 8 steps, one by one, can guide you to make this simple impact into an effortless routine.
Create A Home Recycling Center

And while you are thinking about recycling, don't forget to check out our section on
Recycling for Kids!

Make your own Sock Pharaoh

This is a super craft to make your very own pharaoh from a sock (very similar to the famous sock monkey, but simple enough for children to make). Lovely clear instructions make this very easy to follow.

Make a sock pharaoh

Look out for the new Ancient Egypt theme page coming to Activity Village soon.

New Kids Crafts at Activity Village

We have just added lots of new craft projects for kids to the website - some using up odds and ends from around the house to fit in with our new Recycling for Kids theme, and some perfect for Mother's Day and Father's Day gifts.

Take a look and get crafty this weekend!
Recycling Crafts
Gifts Kids Can Make

Recycling Coloring Pages

We have added a new collection of Recycling Coloring Pages for your children to enjoy. If you are interested in recycling, don't forget to check out the new Recycling theme page too.