Snow Day Activities for Kids: A Full-Day Plan, Indoors and Out
Surprise school closures go better with a loose plan. Here is a full day that alternates outdoor play with warm indoor resets, plus a jar of no-prep ideas for the slow hours.
Category: Kids Activities
Things to do with kids at home and outside, by age, weather and budget.
Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids, From Toddlers to Tweens
Paper plates, lunch bags and a few crayons go a long way. Here are Thanksgiving crafts by age, with supplies, mess levels and ideas for place cards and centerpieces.
Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids: Ornaments, Cards and Gift Tags
Paper, pasta and salt dough go a long way in December. Here are Christmas crafts sorted by age, time and mess, plus the safety notes to read first.
Outdoor Play Ideas for Preschoolers (Ages 3 to 5)
Preschoolers need little more than space and a few cheap supplies. Here are outdoor ideas for ages three to five, each with what you need and how much help.
Indoor Obstacle Course Ideas: Build One in Minutes With Cushions and Tape
A living room, hallway or basement can become a course in 15 minutes. Here are the steps, ten stations to mix and match, and layouts by age with safety rules.
Easy DIY Crafts for Kids: Year-Round Projects From Boxes, Jars and Paper
Most great kids' crafts start in the recycling bin. Here are projects by age and a short supply checklist for a craft kit that costs very little to build.
Screen-Free Play Ideas for 5-Year-Olds, by Time Available
Five-year-olds can play for long stretches when they have the right materials and a little help getting started. Here are ideas sorted by how much time you have.
How to Start a Family Game Night: Games by Age, Snacks and Rules
A good game night needs a regular time, a game everyone can play and a plan for when someone loses. Here is how to start one this week.
Spring Bucket List for Families: 30 Free and Cheap Ideas
Spring is the easiest season to get outside together. Here is a checklist of free and cheap ideas, a calendar of dates to plan around and a plan for week one.
Winter Break Activities for Kids: Two Weeks of Ideas by Day Type and Cost
Two weeks at home is easier with a menu. Pick from cozy days, big days and free days, and mix them into a loose plan that fits your budget.