Author: Shannon L. Mokry

Bookmarks | Crafts | elementary | homeschooling | Sewing with Felt | teens

DIY Bookmarks: Simple, Creative Gifts for Kids to Make
ByShannon L. Mokry 10/10/202510/10/2025

Handmade Bookmarks Make the Best Gifts There’s something extra special about a handmade gift—especially one that celebrates the joy of reading! Bookmarks are thoughtful, personal, and quick to make, making them perfect for birthdays, holidays, or “just because” gifts. No matter your skill level or favorite crafting materials, there’s a handmade bookmark idea for you!…

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Bookmarks | Crafts | elementary | homeschooling | Middle Grade | Sewing with Felt

Hand or Machine Sewn Bookmarks for Little Makers – Perfect for Christmas Gifts
ByShannon L. Mokry 10/10/202510/10/2025

Hand or Machine Sewn Bookmarks Sewn bookmarks are a cozy, creative way for kids to make gifts that last. Whether you sew by hand or use a machine, these fabric bookmarks are a wonderful project for little makers who love fabric, patterns, and color. They’re sturdy, easy to personalize, and perfect for gifting to book…

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Bookmarks | Crafts | elementary | homeschooling

DIY Ribbon Bookmarks – Kid-Friendly Craft Gift Idea
ByShannon L. Mokry 10/08/202510/09/2025

Ribbon and Charm Bookmarks Ribbon and charm bookmarks are quick, beautiful, and make the sweetest handmade gifts! They’re simple enough for kids to create on their own and elegant enough to tuck into a favorite book for a teacher, grandparent, or friend. Plus, they can be made in just a few minutes with materials that…

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Crafts | elementary | fantasy | homeschooling | homeschoollit | preschool | STEAM | teachers

Bring the Little Yellow Llama to Life with This Easy Paper Bag Craft
ByShannon L. Mokry 07/21/202506/21/2026

Paper bag puppets are a hands-on way to bring book characters to life. With practical hands on learning combined with hours of fun imaginative play you get more than a few minutes of craft time with this project. Add the anti-gossip book into the mix and you have the perfect helper for practicing real life…

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Coloring Pages | Crafts | elementary | homeschooling | preschool | teachers

Reusable Fashion Fun: Make a Sticker Book for the Three Silly Sisters
ByShannon L. Mokry 07/16/202507/16/2025

Today’s featured craft brings the giggles and dress-up joy of Three Silly Sisters right to your craft table with a Reusable Sticker Book starring—you guessed it—silly geese ready to play dress-up again and again! Some days you want or need a quiet time activity but don’t have the space or energy to get out crafting…

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Crafts | elementary | homeschooling | learning | preschool | STEAM | teachers

From Book to Craft Table: Create a Silly Goose (or Three!) with This Easy Paper Plate Craft
ByShannon L. Mokry 07/16/202507/16/2025

Sillygoose Paper Plate Craft inspired by the book “Three Silly Sisters“Part of the Summer Craft Series – With Free Printable Template! Looking for a fun and easy craft that celebrates the silliness of sisterhood? This Paper Plate Goose Craft is a perfect companion to my book Three Silly Sisters—a story about three goose sisters who…

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children's book | elementary | homeschooling | homeschoollit | preschool | STEAM | teachers

Brave Little Bee Craft: DIY Garden Garland with Free Printable
ByShannon L. Mokry 07/09/202507/13/2025

DIY Little Bee Garland – A Garden-Inspired Craft for KidsPart of the Summer Craft Series – With Free Printable Template! Looking for a cheerful summer craft that pairs perfectly with storytime? Today’s project is a Little Bee Garland, inspired by my picture book “Little Bee’s Day in the Garden.” This sweet and simple garland features…

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elementary | homeschooling | kidlit | learning | picture book | preschool | teachers

Story + Craft: A Gentle Activity to Accompany The Sloth and the Snail
ByShannon L. Mokry 07/04/202507/04/2025

Some friends run fast and leap high.Others take their time, moving slow and steady.And sometimes… the best friendships bloom between the slowest of creatures. Meet the Sloth and the Snail—two quiet friends who love nothing more than spending their days in the treetops and reminding us all that slow can be sweet. This simple Sloth…

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