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Are they suffering from boredom? Cabin fever? TV addiction? Fight those ailments with these activities, guaranteed to keep them happy and occupied whether they're indoors or out.
Simon Says [article]
• Ages three and up • Two or more players (more fun with more players!) • Indoor or outdoor activity • Competitive or noncompetitive...
Bubble Art [article]
This recipe is guaranteed to keep the TV turned off, and, best of all, cleanup is surprisingly easy. You can make note cards and...
Goop, Gunk, Slime & Flubber [article]
Goop What you need: 1 Part Liquid starch 2 Part Elmer's Glue Food Coloring (opt.) What to do: Add starch to glue until mixture...
Painting to Music [article]
Ages: 3-5, 6-8 Location: Indoors, Outdoors Skills: Physical What you'll need: Newspaper or craft paper Tempera paint Music Background: This activity gives kids the...
Even if you don't have a backyard, you can create a special garden to enjoy with your children. All you need is a container,...
Pop-Up Puppet [article]
Ages: 3-5, 6-8 Location: Indoors Skills: Art, Social/Emotional What you'll need: Nylon stocking (8-inch length plus extra hose fabric) Cardboard thread cone or cone...
TV-Free Ideas for Your Toddler [article]
Not turning on the TV in the early hours of the day may feel next to impossible to the exhausted parent. Here are some...
Pinwheels [article]
Materials • Strong construction paper or wallpaper • Long dressmaking pin • Penny •Pencil with eraser or thin dowel • Crayons or felt pens...
Freebies and cheapies abound! We promise that no matter what your financial situation, you will find an endless supply of free or nearly free...
Map Quest [article]
Create a framed memento of a family vacation by mounting your favorite getaway photos on a map of your holiday destination. Interesting maps can...
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