So does an “unplugged” project count if it’s based on something that is “plugged in”?
I decided I wanted to force the girls to be creative this week, so I handed them these
and asked them what we could make.
Their answer: DORA HOUSES!!!!
I’ve mentioned before the outrageous obsession with Dora in this house. And no matter how long I keep them from watching her, she never goes away. It’s crazy.
I decided it wouldn’t be fair to shoot down their idea just because it wasn’t quite as scholarly as I was hoping for.
So we made Dora’s House, and Dora’s Tree House. If you want to make your own all you need is construction paper and a lot of glue.
They had fun putting these together, although Miss E did require quite a bit of help.
At this moment they are still playing with their fabulous creations. I guess that’s a good thing. 
Nature Mama —
August 25, 2008 @ 9:28 am
Those are fantastic
What a great idea. My daughter loves Dora to *grin*.
Karen B —
August 25, 2008 @ 10:07 am
The houses are adorable and creative! And it’s not a bad show to be plugged into. I think Dora and Diego are great for introducing young kids to an additional language. We sometimes use YouTube videos as an additional reference for our unplugged projects, like watching a glassblower during glass week.
Heather —
August 25, 2008 @ 11:07 am
those are fantastic. They did a really good job.
Michie —
August 25, 2008 @ 11:35 am
Those are cute! I’ve actually had a few projects that ideas came from tv shows. Everything in moderation, I say!
Christie —
August 25, 2008 @ 12:50 pm
Oh, this is cute. I have a Dora obsessed child here too. I love this.
Michelle —
August 25, 2008 @ 1:06 pm
Those are really cute. I can’t stand Dora either, but I’m sure my boys would love to make a little house like this!
Dana —
August 25, 2008 @ 7:45 pm
Those look great! And, I love that they came up with it themselves.
Yelli —
August 26, 2008 @ 5:58 am
I love the houses! I bet they were proud of them and now they have a new toy.
Like you, I try to limit his obsession with things on TV but my little one is obsessed with Thomas Train (even though we are in a foreign country where Thomas is not to be found!)
Dayna —
August 26, 2008 @ 7:51 am
ah Dora…whats a parent to do. Can’t say I am a fan…but my little one squeals every time she sees one.
These little houses are adorable!! And hey, they hopefully got their fill without the TV on.
Julie K in Taiwan —
August 27, 2008 @ 8:32 pm
It’s hard to get away from the plugged in celebrities isn’t it! My daughter loves Dora as well, but has only seen a couple of episodes. There’s lots of books and paraphenelia out there to keep her interest up. I think your girls did a great job decorating and will have fun playing with them (and that won’t be plugged in time).