Create an Outdoor Game Spot
When the weather warms up and the kids want to get outside, we haul the toys out of the basement (or wherever we stored them last winter) and let them play! We have a small yard and driveway, so I try...
View ArticlePatriotic Craft for Kids: Super-Simple American Flag Wind Spinners
These super-simple American flag wind spinners, made with a paper plate, are the perfect patriotic craft for kids of all ages. The holiday weekend is upon us! Have the kids celebrate and honor our...
View ArticleMelissa’s Playbook: 77 Ways to Play Outside This Summer
This is part of a series of posts from our very own Melissa where she shares her thoughts and tips on play and on nurturing the magic and wonder of childhood. . Go and open the door. Maybe outside...
View ArticleCapturing Childhood: How to Get AWESOME Water Photos of the Kids!
Summer is the perfect time to experiment with new photography skills. Even novice photographers can learn how to capture awesome water action photography with a few simple tricks. This post as part of...
View ArticleGifts Kids Can Make: Stained Glass Solar Lights
There’s just something about a handmade gift that speaks straight to the heart. Don’t believe me? Give one to your Grandma and watch her entire face light up the room. From the joy a child gets making...
View ArticleAwesome Backyard Olympics Ideas for Kids
I have always loved watching the Summer Olympics. As a little kid I would glue myself to the TV watching gymnastics and cheering on my favorite athletes. Now as a mom I love to find ways to share...
View ArticleSand Casting – Capture Beach Memories with Kids
A family trip to the beach is a prime moment for enjoying and gathering family memories. There are shells to collect, sand castles to build, beach walks to take, sunsets to soak in. At the end of the...
View ArticleAnimal World Games Course for Preschoolers
The World Games have begun and we love watching them here in our home. So many of the sports that are played in the world games can be adapted for preschoolers to play. My daughter loves animals, so I...
View Article3 Back-to-School Tips Every Parent Should Know (+ FREE Morning Checklist...
This free back-to-school printable and these parenting tips will help ensure your family enjoys smooth mornings. This article is brought to you by Melissa & Doug and written by our Blog Ambassador...
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