6 Easy Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids
Looking for fun, affordable ways to keep the kids entertained this Halloween? Whether you're in Chestermere or nearby, these six simple crafts and activities are perfect for a cozy afternoon at home.
Teaching Kids to “Glue Raindrops, Not Puddles” – A Chestermere Playschool Favourite
At the beginning of the school year, we like to read the story 'Too Much Glue' by Jason Lefebvre. In the story, Matty uses too much glue and ends up getting stuck to his art project! So his art teacher reminds the class, "glue raindrops, not puddles!" We love this book to help our students practice using a small dot of liquid glue.
Chestermere Playschool: Open House & Registration for 2025/26
If your 3- or 4-year-old loves to play, is ready to make new friends, and wants to explore the world around them, Chestermere Playschool is the preschool for you! The play-based curriculum is carefully designed by two exceptionally qualified teachers to nurture the skills needed for a smooth transition from home to kindergarten..
Salt Dough Fossils Craft for Kids – Easy DIY Activity with Recipe
To make our fossils, each student was given a golf ball-sized piece of dough. They used rollers or their hands to flatten the dough. We allowed the kids to choose their favourite dinosaur toy to make imprints.
Chestermere Playschool: Space Available for the 2025/26 School Year
If your 3- or 4-year-old loves to play, is ready to make new friends, and wants to explore the world around them, Chestermere Playschool is the preschool for you! The play-based curriculum is carefully designed by two exceptionally qualified teachers to nurture the skills needed for a smooth transition from home to kindergarten..
A Sweet Treat Craft from the Chestermere Playschool
Boost fine motor skills with this fun ice cream-themed craft for preschoolers from Chestermere Playschool. Perfect for ages 3–5.
DIY Handprint Keychains – A Tiny-Handed Hug You Can Carry
Whether it’s for Mother’s Day, Grandparents’ Day, or just because someone deserves a little handmade magic, these handprint keychains are a sweet, sentimental keepsake that fits in your pocket (and won’t melt in the car like chocolate).
Learning About the Butterfly Life Cycle
Chestermere Playschool kids dive into the butterfly life cycle with real caterpillars, crafts, and hands-on learning. See how spring brings science to life in the classroom!
Celebrating Dr. Seuss All Month Long!
Dr. Seuss’ birthday may be on March 2, but at the Chestermere Playschool, we’re celebrating all month long! We’re diving into the wacky and wonderful world of Dr. Seuss with some of our favorite books and hands-on activities inspired by his imaginative stories.
Getting Creative with Story time Activities
This cute bear craft from the Chestermere Community Playschool is based on the book “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” By Eric Carle. This craft gives kids the opportunity to practice following directions when they look at the pictures in the book and colour their animals to match.
Brown Bear Craft with Chestermere Playschool
This cute bear craft from the Chestermere Community Playschool is based on the book “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” By Eric Carle. This craft allows kids to practice following directions when they look at the pictures in the book and colour their animals to match.
Ever heard of the Switch Witch? She’s the friendly Halloween witch who visits homes after bedtime, trading kids’ extra candy for toys or small gifts. It’s a fun and magical way to cut down on sugar overload without killing the Halloween vibe.