Spring Activities, Crafts and Games!

Fun With Frogs!
This Web site invites visitors to learn more about frogs and their habitats at Fermilab. Find out why frogs and toads must be near water to survive, why they are a vital component of the ecosystem, what kinds of climates they can live in, which species are endangered and why, and so much more!

Kid's Valley Garden
This Web site was created to help kids learn to plant and care for their very own garden. There are individual sections on planning, planting, keeping plants healthy, and growing the plants. Kids will also love to learn about what they've planted by reading in specific topic sections: flowers, veggies, herbs, and shrubs. Don't forget to use the glossary for any words that seem foreign!

The Butterfly Site
Do you love looking at butterflies and want to know more about them? This Web site invites visitors to explore 12 butterfly topics with pages packed full of butterfly information. All of the pages contain articles written by entomologist, Randi Jones. In addition, the site contains recommended butterfly links that will really get you interested and excited in wanting to learn more about butterfly species.

Springwatch with Bill and Oddie
Created by BBC, this Web site is an online companion to a television and radio program that aims to bring viewers closer to some of Britain's favorite wild creatures. Come watch the highlights of the animal action filmed during Springwatch. Visitors can also browse through current news, find tips on attracting UK wildlife, learn how to build a bee box, and so much more!

Spring Training
Spring training for Major League Baseball is an exciting time of year for fans and players. This Web site invites visitors to go inside the fields of American League and National League baseball teams during spring training. It features photographs, news, feature articles, multimedia, standings, and more! Check out this year's information, or go back as far as 2002.

From Shell to Symbol
For thousands of years, eggs have served as symbols of new life and renewal. Created by the Wisconsin Historical Museum, this Web site is an online companion to a museum exhibit that explores the art of the ethnic Easter egg. Made from actual chicken and goose eggs, the delicate objects are hand-decorated with elaborate, richly symbolic designs. They represent the work of four Wisconsin artists sustaining their ethnic and religious traditions.

Chateau Meddybemps Easteregg-tivities
Looking for some fun Easter egg activities? Look no further! This Web site will provide you with fun activities and games that are sure to get you into the Easter holiday spirit. Kids can color eggs without making a mess in the kitchen or hunt for eggs without needing the Easter Bunny to hide them. Come see how much fun Easter eggs can be!

How Easter Works
This Web site is designed to explain the origin and significance of the Easter holiday and of many of the traditions associated with it. In addition, find out why Easter falls on a different date each year and access the Easter schedule for the next three years.

Aggie Horticulture Just for Kids
Children love being in the outdoors and now it can be fun! Get your children involved in gardening and watch their interest bloom! Get step by step instructions, view current gardens and even grow a vegetable garden and get children to start eating right! A garden provides hands-on learning techniques and with some many garden varieties out there you are sure to find one to pique any child's curiosity!

Hobby Lobby
Looking for a craft idea to do with your kids? Created by Hobby Lobby Creative Centers, this Web site contains a variety of craft projects and decorating ideas for all seasons and occasions. Learn more about the centers found across the nation that feature art supplies, fabrics, picture frames, jewelry crafting, cards, and more!