DIY Activities

Cute craft ideas, activities for kids & more.

Easy Activities to Beat the Summer Heat

Summer always starts out with such promise. That is, until the temperatures rise. Pair this with the sudden pressure of back-to-school preparations, and things really start to heat up at home. Check out some of our fun & easy activities for little ones to beat the summer heat.

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The Lemonade Stand: A Rite of Passage (& Tips to Help)

Having recently relived the process of setting up, prepping, and selling lemonade with my 10-year old, I was reminded of how much work goes into the otherwise simple idea of having a lemonade stand. My hands ached from “helping” squeeze the lemons, and my floors still stick from spilled lemon juice and simple syrup. But my son had a blast, he made some money, and I’d like to think he learned a thing or two in the process as well. Here are some tips that I’ll keep in mind when the time comes for my next child to suggest a lemonade stand on a summer’s day.

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Easy Homemade Lemonade

Selling lemonade on a hot summer day in front of your house — it's a rite of passage for children. If and when you get this question (and you will!), here’s our favorite recipe for homemade, fresh-squeezed lemonade.

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Prepping for Your First Camping Trip ... with Kids

The buzz of a busy family oftentimes overpowers the inner call for peace. But there are occasions where my family stops and just exists together, and that is when we are camping. But camping with kids can be daunting. So here are some ways to slowly enter the camping world and try it before you “camp” it. 

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Summer Camp … at Home!

We’re all thankful that, after a year of uncertainty, activities are starting to reopen, just in time for summer. But just a few weeks ago, when summer camp registration deadlines hit, things were still uncertain and many parents, including me, didn’t jump at the chance to sign up. And now here we are, in the height of summer, with bored kids and parents who are … well, we’re over it, aren't we? Here’s a few simple, go-to activities this summer that all the kids can enjoy.

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Your Summer Kids Activity Guide

We’re parents, too, and we know that every day can’t be filled with summer camps, swim lessons and beach days, and we also know that having a plan in order helps. So, grab your calendars; here’s our ultimate summer activity guide for parents looking for a little inspiration (or a little help!) in the weeks ahead.

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3-Ingredient DIY Slime (without Borax)

Making slime never grows old. Here’s a great recipe for DIY slime that only requires 3 easy-to-find ingredients. And, once you have your slime made, there are dozens of creative things to do with it aside from leaving it sit on the living room rug to harden there forever. (...ug!)

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Bombs Away! DIY Seed Bombs

DIY seed bombs are a great answer to my struggle with horticulture. Part of the fun is making them, another part is letting the kids launch them into who-knows-where, and the last part is enjoying the flowers that grow, knowing that wildflower growth is good for the environment in so many ways. Here's what you need to know to make your own. 

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Gardening with Children: Getting Started

Planting a garden and observing the changes throughout the season is a great stepping stone for children who may be interested in planting their own gardens or learning about the science of plant life, but it can be tricky to create for those of us without a green thumb. However, gardening with children doesn’t require a large plot or huge time commitment. Here’s how to get started.

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