Looking for kosher entertainment this midwinter break? How about a video rental? The last time we covered this topic, it was in the early days of Covid when we were all desperate for something – anything – wholesome with which to entertain our kids. But recently the topic came up about how the quality and…
Crafts & Activities
Magnetic Picture Frame Craft – No Mess!
The easy, no mess picture frame craft activity that will keep kids of all ages busy crafting (with something cute to show for their efforts). Great for parties. We were planning a birthday party and needed an easy craft. Sure, my daughter would have preferred something like painting pottery, making slime, or any one of…
Crafts That Save the Day
The kids need an activity. It’s time to bring out the crafts! Here are some of our favorite crafts for kids! All of these projects are self-contained–there’s no other supplies needed. One kit and your activity for the afternoon is set! We continually update this post to include the tried-and-true crafts that our own children…
How to Prepare for Your Snow Tubing Trip
Here is everything you need to know for a successful, fun, snow tubing day! Thank you to our readers who contributed their tips, and especially to one whose wit and experience formed the basis of this post. Snow tubing with the kids sounds like a blast-until someone’s yarmulka takes flight, their gloves vanish into the…
We’re Excited to Share this Free Chanukah Coloring Book!
In collaboration with Berlinger Art Academy, we’re bringing you this FREE Chanukah coloring book you can download and print for your kids right now! This fabulous collection of coloring sheets includes Chanukah scenes by Berlingerart Academy students. Print them out, color and look through again …. and yet again! Keep the kids busy, use it…
Is the Extended Family Together? Play the Letter Game
Warning. This game might not work if you have multiple family members who read BCP. So: Warn your sisters-in-law ahead of time not to reveal the secret to the husbands and kids. It’s really heartwarming. And sweet. And so, so special. Here is how you play! It’s super simple and very minimal advance preparation is…
Chanukah Scratch Off Game Variations
If you loved our Chanukah Scratch Off Games, you’ll love to play these two new versions. Last year when we posted this Scratch Off Game, it was a huge hit. Lots of you played and we received so many comments and feedback on how easy it was to set up and enjoyable it was to…
Play the Balloon Favor Game
Need a quick family game with no prep that anyone can play? Want to keep it to a budget? We got you. We’ve got a few “favors” games here on BCP. We even did a 2.0 version of the favors game. This year the game is a bit more of a game and a lot…
Make a Prize Ball Using Saran Wrap
This ball is great fun for parties! Plus, you can prep ahead and it’s ready to toss around once Chanukah arrives. Your kids and guests will love! This one is a no brainer. It’ll keep the kids delighted and busy. While this might seem similar to the “pass the present” concept, we like it even…
DIY Slime and Playdough Using Ingredients You Have on Hand
Need an activity pronto? We tested these 2-ingredient slime and Play-Doh recipes. We know. You never let it in the house. They bring it home from school because they traded their snack for their friends’ slime and you just can’t wait until they lose interest and you can quietly toss. But there’s something very magical…
