Sweet Science: 5 Fun Experiments Kids Can Do With Candy
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Add a dash of sweetness and science to your family fu…
🍁 Your Family’s Ultimate Fall Bucket List — Free Custom Printable!
Fall is calling! 🍂 Apples, pumpkins, crunchy leaves, cozy nights … and yes, maybe a pumpki…
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Ahoy, me hearties! Are ye ready to set sail for swashbucklin’ fun?Every good crew of little buccane…
Sponsored Think INSIDE the Box: 20 Rebus Puzzles for Families and Kids
When I was a kid, I always dreamed of becoming a detective. I loved solving problems, spotting patterns,…
Sponsored 😂 Clean Jokes for Kids That’ll Make the Whole Family Laugh
If your house is anything like mine, “Mom, tell me a joke!” is a daily request — right u…
S'mores, Zucchini, and Space Scandals? 10 August Holidays To Celebrate
Are you ready to soak up the last bits of summer fun this August? Well, get those shades on because we…
Did You Know? 5 Fun Bird-Themed Things for Kids to Learn this Week
With more than 9,000 bird species in the world, there's a lot to learn about them! Start with our lis…
Easy No-Bake Desserts Kids Can Make + Printable Recipe Cards
Looking for easy no-bake dessert recipes kids can make themselves? These fun and simple treats are perfec…
America’s Ice Cream Obsession: The Most-Loved Flavors in Every State
National Ice Cream Month is July, and what better way to celebrate than with your favorite frozen treat?…
Sponsored Blue-tiful Fun! 6 Smurfy Projects Packed With Creativity & Kindness
The Smurfs are back—and they’re bluer, bolder, and more heartwarming than ever. To celebrate…
Summer Fun Alert: 10 Family-Friendly Holidays to Celebrate in July
We're deep into summer mode now: Think sticky popsicles, sandy toes, and magical nights filled with f…
Chill Out With This Ice Sensory Activity for Kids
Ice sensory activities are so much fun and can help children develop their fine motor and problem-solving…
Bye-Bye Boredom: Get Your Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Kids
Summer’s here — and if your kids are anything like ours, they’re already asking, &ldquo…
June 2025: 10 Can't-Miss Holidays & Events for Families
June is here — "goodbye" school year, and "hello" summer adventures! From Pride…
Summer Reading Programs + Free Printable Reading Challenge for Kids!
It can be a challenge to keep kids busy all summer long, and of course we've all heard about the drea…
Five Ways to Enjoy Screen-Free Week as a Family
As parents, we often find ourselves in a delicate balancing act between the benefits and drawbacks of scr…
7 Ideas to Get Kids in the Garden — Plus 3 Themed Gardens They'll Love
Starting a family garden has loads of benefits. There’s the unbeatable freshness and health perks o…
10 May Events That Belong on Every Family’s Calendar
May is packed with reasons to celebrate — and we love every minute of it. From blooming flowers and…
Celebrate AAPI Month With 5 Easy Craft & STEAM Projects For Kids
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a great opportunity to explore different cul…
Creative Ways for Kids to Upcycle Old Clothes
Spring is finally here and for many of us, so is that annual spring cleaning ritual. One of the big areas…
50 Genius Backyard Activities for Kids That Beat Boredom
When your kids start bouncing off the walls, the best fix might be… taking away the walls! Getting…
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