DIY Activities

Many kids’ art projects give me a touch of anxiety when I think about the potential mess and forthcoming cleanup, but you can relax with this watercolor mosaic project. Watercolor paints are easy to use and completely washable. This project is fun for any age, and frankly, it’s hard to mess up.

Blocks are a staple in every childhood. Every early childhood classroom typically has an area fully devoted to building, construction, and blocks. But what if your child just isn’t that into building with blocks? Building toys of any kind can easily meet so many developmental needs of young children, you just have to think of other ways to utilize these versatile toys in everyday play.

Winters are long. How can we possibly keep toddlers engaged while still stuck inside? And how can we do this without prepping activities while they sleep, making a mess of the house, and relying on the screen all day?

You’ve taken the plunge and made your own playdough, now what? There are endless ways to get creative with playdough, but sometimes a parent could use a little inspiration. Here’s a few ideas to get you started.

When hanging out at home with our children, we often feel the need to fill this time with engaging activities, and this can be overwhelming. But there really are ways to keep children learning and engaged during a day at home. 

It’s so often true: children are more interested in playing with the box than the toy inside. But believe it or not, allowing your child to get creative with old cardboard boxes can help with problem-solving and decision-making skills, and it can help build confidence and self-expression. So, hold onto your shipping boxes. Here are 12 amazing ideas for what to do with them before you send them off to the recycling bin. 

From day one, children use their senses to explore and learn about the world around them. Just about any activity that stimulates a child's sense of touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing, and anything that engages movement and balance is considered sensory play. And while it’s important to encourage these types of activities, you don’t have to spend a fortune on supplies. Chances are you already have some sensory-rich items at home.

The coldest winter months can be the longest months for parents of young children. Younger toddlers are starting to get mobile; older toddlers have pent-up energy. Here are five quick and easy-to-prepare activities to help you stay sane this winter.

This year, many of us are home with the kids and have a little more time on our hands. True, the pandemic has changed our typical holiday plans, and the kiddos’ school break is just around the corner, but there’s no reason why we can’t make this year as fun and as memorable as others. Here are 15 fun (and screen-free!) activities for the whole family that can help you fill the unfilled days to come.