Is it raining? Too hot to be outside? Entertainment is just a few minutes away. This is the perfect activity to try and play around with, when boredom strikes. Yes, we all know all too well the cries of “Mommy there’s NOTHING to dooooo!” Well, for once, you get to be that cool mama that…
Crafts & Activities
Adorable DIY Activities to Entertain the Toddlers
These activities, which use at-home items you already have on hand, are perfect. For more great summer activities for the little ones, also see this post on 9 Easy Outdoor Activities for the Littles. Is your toddler clingy? Don’t think they’ll make it from nap time to dinner to bedtime? Inspired by @busytoddler – I…
9 Easy DIY Outdoor Activities for the Littles (Enjoyed by the Not So Littles Too)
Not all summer fun needs a pool. Your kids will enjoy these amazing and super fun activities all summer long… in your own backyard. Shaving cream paint Fill up a muffin tin with shaving cream, squirt a bit of shower gel or dish soap, and add 1 drop of food coloring in different colors to…
Sunday Activity! Lag B’Omer/Upsherin Coloring Pages Are Here. Free Download!
Are you still searching for an activity for your Sunday festivities? Download these free lag B’Omer and upsherin coloring placemats. Celebrating an upsherin and need a project for the kids? Or simply want an age-appropriate activity to commemorate the day (because, let’s face it, starting a bonfire might not work for a three, six, or even…
No Room on the Fridge? Make a Wall Magnet Board
These days, many refrigerators are not magnetic. This is a new solution. The fridge is often a place where each of your family members has a place to shine. That talmidah hashavua award, the picture she’s so proud of, those incentive charts, or a really grade test mark or note from teacher. It’s also a…
For the Kids: Draw Your Own Purim Caricatures
If your children loved our Jewish caricatures and Chanukah caricatures, they’ll love this activity. Free download! This one was a reader request and illustrator C.A. Kohn agreed to draw us some caricatures again! Moms can download and print and keep kids busy with an activity that builds anticipation for Purim. Simply download and print the…
DIY: How to Make a Scrunchie with a Tie
If you can use a sewing machine, you can make your own hair accessories – and it doesn’t take long at all! Last summer, we made this cute beach bag project. If you or your teen likes to sew, now you can easily get your hair accessories done (get the skill before you get the…
Midwinter Fun for Tweens and Young Teens – Including the Boys
Staycation activity planning can be simple when the kids are little, but we have some of your best suggestions – for the older elementary age group. Lots of readers shared their frustrations with finding appropriate activities for their kids who’ve outgrown Chuck-E-Cheese and finger paints, but still need some fun things to enjoy over their…
How to Create Sophisticated Dot Art
Dot art is a great winter craft activity. This is not your preschool activity! This version is great for preteens and teens (scroll down for a younger kid option). It’s fun to create and the results are beautiful. Artist or not, anyone can be proud of their art creations when working on. What’s also fun…
It’s Time for a Glow Party!
Put on some music, turn off the lights and start dancing! Whether you have 4 people in the room or 40, a dance party will always lighten the mood and make an evening more fun. Add some “glow” to the party and make it so much better! There’s something about dancing in the dark that…
