• Create 10 of the coolest paper airplanes ever with a few simple folding techniques and our heavy duty patterned papers
• Discover the fun of creativity, exploration and imagination
• Includes 48 sticker accents
• Punch out runways and a bonus sky diver with parachute
• Great for indoor or outdoor play

Product Description
Create 10 of the coolest paper airplanes ever with a few simple folding techniques and heavy duty patterned pappers. Includes 48 sticker accents, punch out runways and a bonus sky diver with parachute. Ages 6 to 96

Creativity for Kids Sky Diver Paper Airplanes

As a parent, you may not understand why children collect the things they do, but one thing is certain: Children learn about the world around them through these collections. At first that shell or stone is just another pretty item, but from there, the child will want to know what that pink stone is, or what kind of animal lived in the tiny shell.

The urge to collect usually begins around age six or seven. While you might not understand the reasons why your child chooses to collect a particular item, the important thing is to let them do it. At this stage, your child hasn’t grasped the concept of a true collectable having greater value in the future.

How many times have you said to yourself “I wish I still had those model airplanes Mom threw out. They’d be worth a lot today”? Your child is going to want to play with his or her collection and won’t be interested in keeping items in pristine condition.

Many collectors have learned to buy two of each item, one for display or play and the other remaining in the original packaging for later. Of course, this can get expensive because you have no way of knowing if the object will increase in value later down the road or if your child will have a long-term interest in collecting it.

Whether your child collects rocks or Barbie dolls, collecting has some very important developmental bonuses. Call these the hidden value of collectibles:

Knowledge

The greatest benefit your child gets from collecting is knowledge of the world around them. One piece of knowledge leads to another, which in turn might lead to a life-long career. That seemingly insignificant stone or shell could provide the springboard for the next great archaeologist or marine biologist.

Social Skills

Socializing with other children may not come easy to some kids. Collections give your child a chance to connect with other children who have the same interests. It can serve as a way to open up venues of communication and help your child to form lasting friendships.

Family Bonding

Maybe you have one of your collections from your childhood you’ve been able to share with your child. When you pass these collections on to the next generation, you’re not just sharing an object, you’re sharing memories. You saved each piece in your collection for a reason. Often, the sentimental value far outweighs the monetary value of the object.

Expanding the Imagination

Your child will spend hours arranging his or her collection, but this is more than the simple act of organizing. To your child, this is playing. They might have a collection of Barbie dolls and while your little girl changes Barbie’s clothes and hair, she starts to learn about fashion or imagines herself doing all the things Barbie does.

For a child, collections aren’t meant to sit on the shelf gathering dust. Their collections are meant to be functional. After all, what good is a toy if you can’t play with it? There is nothing wrong with having a few items meant to sit on the shelf, but for the most part, let your child decide what they see as valuable and let them play. Who knows where it will lead?

SPORTS BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

Baseball and Softball are the nation’s number one hobby and recreational activity of kids. There are many advantages of these sports.

ADVANTAGES

1. These hobbies/sports don’t require a lot of equipment, and therefore are fairly inexpensive. The most important and expensive piece of equipment is the glove. Every kid will need their own glove. The rest of the equipment … the bat and ball can be shared.

2. These hobbies/sports don’t need an organized team to be played. Any number of kids can divide into 2 teams and find a field to play on.

3. Organized teams can help a child become proficient in the sport with the help of a good coach.

4. Organized teams can also teach a child social skills and sportsmanship, and also give a child a sense of belonging and being needed.

SOCCER ADVANTAGES

1. Soccer is also a hobby that don’t require a lot of equipment. The most important pieces of the equipment are the ball and goal. These 2 pieces of equipment can also be shared with all those playing. Additional equipment to purchase may include protection equipment such as shin guards.

2. Other advantages are the same as mentioned above related to organized teams.

RC CARS, AIRPLANES, AND HELICOTERS

Radio Controlled cars, airplanes and helicopters are also a great hobby for kids during the summer. There are many advantages to this hobby.

ADVANTAGES

1. Operating an RC car or aircraft is sheer fun and excitement for kids. It gives the thrill of actually driving a car or piloting an aircraft.

2. RC cars can be driven alone or driven in competition.

3. RC aircraft that are built today can give you the best flight of your life as you take the control stick and fly on your own.

4. Radio Controlled cars and aircraft are also fun for adults and make great family hobbies.

AMAZING SPORTS PRODUCTS

can provide you with a great variety of sports equipment for your child so they can participate in baseball, softball or soccer.

Check out www.amazingsportsproducts.com where you will find an amazing selection of sports equipment and RC cars, airplanes, and helicopters.  You will be sure to find one that will interest you and fit your desire for thrill and excitement.

Children are the ones who are usually more excited about presents and with new toys and gadgets coming and going virtually every single day, choosing the right presents tend to be more challenging. It helps a lot to know the children you’re going to give gifts to so that you’ll know what they’re interests are and what particular things they wish to get on Christmas. But sometimes, having that What-do-you-want-for-Christmas interview simply isn’t possible. So if you’re clueless on which gifts to give kids on Christmas, here are some questions you need to consider before you make up your mind:

Is the product colorful? Gifts that are colorful tend to be visually attractive and your choice of color elicits a certain mood. For instance, orange and yellow are believed to be happy colors whereas red is a powerful one that stimulates the brain. So whether it’s a watch, a shirt or toy, get something that is colorful. Is it entertaining? Kids love to be entertained. When kids are asked on what they want to get on Christmas, most of them would smile and easily say, “Toys!” Some are more decided on what they exactly want, while others just like toys in general. Nevertheless, try to put yourself in the shoes of the kid and see whether or not you’d enjoy such an item. The most entertaining gifts today include remote-controlled toys for boys (cars, trucks, boats, airplanes, helicopters – you name it) and dollhouses or talking dolls for girls. Does it enhance or develop any skill? The perfect Christmas gift doesn’t have to be educational, but one that develops a particular skill is helpful and advantageous. For instance, a ball may not be educational but it would encourage a boy to play a particular sport and help him improve his motor skills as well as his muscle and eye coordination. Meanwhile, a doctor role play set will help a child be more familiar with roles certain people have in the society. Is it safe? This is one of the most important questions you need to ask. A gift has to be appropriate and safe for the child. Some things could be fun and entertaining but they might be dangerous for children. Anything that has choking hazards or dangerous materials in them should be avoided. Choose certain brands that are known for their high quality and those that have had consistently good reputation.

So, remember to keep these things in mind when you go shopping for Christmas gifts for kids. Christmas shopping is truly an exciting and challenging endeavor

Buy an RC plane. Every kid, boy or girl, dreams of being able to fly a remote control airplane threw the sky. It won’t provide them with a ton of physical exercise, but it’ll be the first step in facilitating outdoor activity. They’re likely to spend hours playing with their new toy, which will give you plenty of time to think other ways to get them active. Sign them up for a class. It’s best if you let them choose, but anything from yoga to bowling will be both fun and physically challenging. Pay for at least a few classes in advance so they are committed to going for a little while. Hopefully after the few classes are up, they’ll be hooked. Take them to play paintball. Rent or purchase some paint ball guns and head out to your local paintball arena. Your son or daughter is sure to love the competitive exciting nature of the game and they’ll get an excellent workout while having fun at the same time. Take them to the beach or lake. In most cases, kids would be a lot more active if they had transportation to and from activities. As long as your son or daughter is old enough, drop him or her and some friends off at the beach for the day. It’ll get them out of the house and they’ll keep fit by swimming and playing volleyball.

Getting your kid off the couch is a challenge, but as long as you are consistent it will get easier and easier as time goes by. Kids are growing up in the age of technology and many are just unaware of what else there is to do outside of the home. So be creative and persistent and your kids will grow to love physical activity.

Hunter kids ceiling fan:

The Annabelle kids ceiling fan from Hunters has 44 inch blades. It has white ceiling and white and pink reversible blades. The fan has high power motor that produces only whispering noise. There is flexibility to add bulb. The pink color will attract more kids. The base ball ceiling fan has 44 inch 4 blades. You can use 100 watts bulb in the light kit provided. Your child will enjoy the base ball model. 48 inch airplane ceiling fan looks like an aero plane with blue and gray blades. The motor has high power and the fan is most suitable for small rooms.

Westing house ceiling fan:

Westing house kids ceiling fan has also base ball model. It is white in color with small pink designs. The fan will be more attractive when it rotates. You can attach bulbs in the light kit. The 30 inch ballerina fans are also more elegant and they have pink design in white back ground. The 30 inch petite white fan has option to add 60 watts bulb. It has 6 reversible white blades. The 30 inch turbo swift kids ceiling fans have natural maple blades curved in the corner. The blades are either made up of aluminum or antique brass.

Craft made kids ceiling fans:

The 48 inch war bird model kids ceiling fan has light kit. There are 4 blades colored in bright black and red. The Craft made war bird Miss America fan is colored like US flag. There are 4 reversible blades. They have 30 year warranty. The tiger shark kids ceiling fan has 3 blades painted as tiger shark. It attracts more children. It appears colorful and fun when it rotates.

Disco ball revolving light kit ceiling fan attracts small kids more. The light reflects from the metal ball and it looks beautiful. Candy jar light kit ceiling fans resemble candies that attract children very much. Race car ceiling fans have blades painted as car tracks. The small toy cars are fixed at the end of the blades. The 4 blades have 4 color toy cars and when it rotates the children have more fun. Some fans have 5 blades also. There is flexibility for adding light to the fans. There is hand held remote control also for fan and light.

Ellington kids ceiling fan:

The surf board Ellington ceiling fan has 5 oval shaped blades. You can add light to it. A separate remote control is included. And the tear drop ceiling fans have 4 blades. The center of the fan looks like a tear drop and hence the name. The 52 inches rocket fan resembles the shape of a rocket. The titan fan has reversible black and white blades.

Aire Ryder kids ceiling fans:

The cosmos fan has two blades each of which again have three small blades like a portable fan. The blade is made up of rose wood plywood. It has 40 inch blade. The 42 inch eclipse fan has 3 blades with small 3 blades in each blade.

The most important rule for children is not to stick anything into electrical outlets. For small children under four years of age, you may want to purchase electrical outlet covers. These accessories are small plastic covers that plug right into the outlet so that any spare plug-ins are covered. For older children over five years of age, you need to explain to them that electricity is dangerous and that by sticking objects into outlets can cause them to get electrocuted or possibly start a fire.

As well as electrical outlets, you should also teach your children not to stick objects into appliances. These can also cause an electrical shock. Children should also not tear apart or try to fix electrical appliances. These devices are much more complicated than they look, and any short circuit in them can again cause electrical fires or electrocution. You should also teach them to tell an adult if they notice any appliances sparking or having a funny smell. Many fires are started by appliances that are continuously plugged in, such as toasters and coffee makers and your child may notice a problem before you do.

The bathroom can be one of the most dangerous rooms in your house. You should teach your child to be careful with electrical devices around water, such as radios around the bathroom sink or bathtub. They should also be careful around the kitchen sink and anywhere else where there may be standing water inside you home.

If the power should go out in the house, advise your children never to touch the fuse box. If someone does not know what they are doing, touching a 220-volt connector can cause enough electricity to seriously injure and even kill a small child.

Children should also be aware of the dangers of electricity that are outside as well. You should teach them that mud puddles are the same as the bathtub, and that they should not get anything electrical around them. They should also not climb electrical towers, telephone poles, or any other structure that has power lines attached to it. Children should avoid any contact with electrical lines, such as when they are flying a kite or a radio-controlled airplane.

Along with human-made electricity, children should be made aware of the dangers of electrical storms. These are those storms that have lightning and thunder, although the lightning may not always be visible. If the children are at the park, they should seek cover at the closest shelter or building. At home, they should get inside immediately and remain there until the storm passes. Many children are fascinated by lightning storms and may forget how dangerous these forces of nature can be. Adults are just as guilty of this fascination as children. Many adults have been struck by lightning on golf courses and other areas where they should not have been during a storm, while others enjoy sitting in the backyard in metal lawn chairs to watch the sky. Again, adults and children alike should remember that lightning can be deadly. Seek shelter and remain inside until the storm has passed.

Electricity is responsible for many of the conveniences that we enjoy in our every day life. It is also important to teach your children to respect it as the powerful force that it is.

Making Things that Go!

Model Rockets – This is a relatively inexpensive hobby and you can usually get a complete start up set for around thirty five dollars. The hobby is composed of spending a few hours making rockets out of cardboard and plastic tubes then taking them outside and launching them.  Kits are readily available that have everything needed and the dual aspects of  making something then firing it off will appeal to every type of dad and every type of child.

Kites – If something less involved (and less expensive) is desired kite making and flying is a great alternative. There are plenty of websites that will show you how to make a kit from scratch. Or you can spend a few dollars and purchase one.  Once it is assembled it will provide many hours of outdoor fun – until it gets stuck in a tree!

Remote Control Toys – A more complex build and use project would be something in the remote control genre. Just about everything imaginable is now available as a remote control project. You can build boats, airplanes, helicopters, or cars and then race them on the lake, driveway, or airways in the neighborhood.   This pursuit has some flexibility in that you can purchase the items completely assembled and ready to use or you can buy kits and plans that will give you many hours of fun just building them before you actually use them.

If you want to pull out all the stops you might want to consider making a go-kart. It could be either motorized or not.  Now this would be a project that is remembered for life.

Learning and Science Projects

Summer time is a great time to get outdoors but how often do we think about getting outside at night? Astronomy and telescopes are an often overlooked pursuit that is quite rewarding. And you really don’t need a telescope.  A pair of binoculars and a star chart will be more than sufficient.  If you are looking for something spectacular to watch in the night sky you might want to plan your adventure around August twelfth this is the peak night for the Perseid meteor showers which will often come down at a rate of 90 per hour.  

Nature Walks that are something more

We are all familiar with the concept of a nature walk but you can take it to another level by picking a specific theme and making your own guide as you take your walk.   You make a guide by creating a book out of your experience. You can take notes, draw pictures, and collect items for your book. Think of it as something like Darwin did on his adventures. Here are some specific subjects you could focus on during your nature walk:

Rocks and Minerals – Bring a field manual with you and look for various types of mineral and rock formations. Chip off samples for your collection. 

Bird watching – You can draw pictures of bird or even record their sounds

Archaeology – Maybe there are some old sites not far from where you live that you ould dig.

Animal Watching – Even in cities you will be surprised by the wildlife you find. Make notes of what types of animals you see and where you see them. 

Cartography – Make maps of parks and walking paths much like a modern day Lewis and Clark

Treasure Hunting – Panning for gold is a fun adventure even if you don’t find any

Eco Systems – You can get a field manual and visit a particular type of  eco system like a beach, wetland, forest, marsh or desert. 

Eco Awareness projects –  You can use a nature walk as a means of raising environmental issues. Volunteering with a local clean up group is also a great idea.

Building Things

What Dad doesn’t like to build things? Here are some ideas ranging from easy to spectacular.

Some easy indoor/outdoor projects include bird houses, bat houses, and whirligigs.  Something a little more challenging might be a lemonade stand, small greenhouse, or a small windmill. If you are looking for something spectacular you might want to think about building a fort, dollhouse, or tree house! What Dad, or kid, wouldn’t love a tree house!

Summertime is the time to get outdoors and it is also a great time for dads and kids to do things together.  These ideas are ways to turn an average Sunday of sitting around the barbecue into something extraordinary and memorable.

Drones aren’t just for the military. While Air Force drones have gotten all the media attention during the past ten years or so, people forget that it was hobbyists who started the whole unmanned airplane tradition, many years ago. Back when kids used to play outside and knew their way around more than just a joystick or a computer keyboard, it used to be common to see them in parks, radio transmitter in hand. It’s a great hobby that teaches children important skills like how to identify a switch mode transformer, how to solder and weld, principals of aerodynamics and how radio frequency control works. While full airplane kits are available from many hobby stores, there’s a lot to be said for building from scratch. My daughter and I built our last project together and, aside from a slight delay while waiting for some custom transformers to arrive, we spent about sixty days all told from the point where our design was completed to the time the aircraft was ready for its first test flight.

Many of today’s most successful engineers got their start monkeying around with electronics and motors as children. There something about having a bin of mechanical and electronic parts: electric motors,transistors, wheels, dials, transmitters, tubes, cables, LEDs, antennas, amplifiers, maybe even a switch mode transformer or two to inspire creative genius in anyone. Sitting down with a child and telling them that they can work with the components too and watching the look in their eyes as they realize that they’ve just been given the license to create is an experience I encourage all parents to undertake.

And if it turns out that starting from scratch just isn’t your thing, don’t worry. Kits have actually become even more accessible than ever and you can easily order a basic starter version online. For under a hundred dollars you can put together a simple radio controlled airplane with your son or daughter and be outdoors flying it in hours- or once the glue dries. And no-one will hold the commercial aspect against you -it may have been a kit, but you still put the effort into assembling it yourself.

Now that you are “the parent”, perhaps you’ve forgotten that the gift of summer is time…unstructured, simple time.

Even if you are a working parent, you can create space for your child to have unstructured time and:

Rejuvenate and relax Get bored and discover something new to do Make new discoveries about themselves Savor and strengthen family relationships

Ideas for savoring those lazy days of summer:

Nature! Be outside in new ways:

Get up early and take a walk in pajamas. Who is up at that hour?  Are there workers?  What are they doing? Have an all-day, out-side day…do everything outside…eat, sleep, read, play.

Eat! Summer is a perfect time to change the way you eat – even if only for a day.

Make popsicles and have them with dinner! Picnic on the living room floor, on the porch, or in the backyard. Try some new foods, try a new recipe.

Music! Many communities have free summer concerts.

Take a picnic. Meet friends, make new ones. Be sure to dance!

Books! Have a Book Festival!

Grab pillows, blankets, make a fort and bring out the “old” children’s books that your kids may have outgrown.  They love reading them again.  And this time, maybe they’ll be reading them to you! Libraries – visit often and take part in their summer reading programs. Be sure you have a stack of books for yourself. Read cartoons, comic books, and magazines, too.

Art! Summer is a great time to explore free-form art:

Sidewalk chalk – Decorate your sidewalk…and your neighbor’s (ask permission, of course).  Invite them to join you.  Decorate the neighborhood! Washable markers make great body paint.  Draw on each other and then wash it all off under the sprinkler. Have lots of paper around…make little books, hang butcher paper on the side of the garage for a mural, envelopes and funny stickers for letters to grandma, make paper airplanes and have a flying contest. Papier mache’ (from very inexpensive powdered wallpaper paste) is a great way to create 3-dimensional forms, use found objects and paint the finished ‘creature.’ Paint or collage rocks.  Paint smooth rocks to liven up the garden.  Older children enjoy cutting out magazine pictures.  Mod Podge attaches pictures and also protects them from weather.  Add glitter paint, sparkles, googly eyes and gems for truly spectacular art!

And after all that, they may still say, “Mom, I’m bored!” That’s great!  Bring it on!  Let it happen!  Listen to their complaints (with interest but do not solve their dilemma).  Kids need to experience boredom…out of it comes creativity, innovation and a belief in their own capabilities.

And yes, the kids will argue and fight.  Keep an ear out for danger, otherwise, let them work it out – outside!  They are learning how to negotiate and navigate social relationships.

Be sure to take some time for yourself this summer, too.

You can clean the house in September!

Enjoy!