By Jill Staake

Read Time: 6 minutes

30 Really Cool Gifts Kids Can Make on Their Own

Check out these gifts kids can make on their own, including woodworking projects, sewing and yarn crafts, and creative ideas for writing and painting.
By Jill Staake

Read Time: 14 minutes

20 of the Best Backyard Games for Kids and How to Play Them

Once upon a time, backyard games for kids were everywhere. Kids roamed their neighborhoods throughout the day and joined up to play all sorts of games, with parents just requesting...
By Jill Staake

Read Time: 4 minutes

Bug Hotels, Toad Houses, and Other Backyard Wildlife Habitats Kids Can Create

If you and your family love the great outdoors, or if you're looking for ways to get your kids interested in the flora and fauna around them, it's time to...
By Jill Staake

Read Time: 5 minutes

Don’t Be Afraid of Silica Gel Packs—You Can Do Cool Things with Them!

It seems like those little silica gel packets come with just about everything you buy these days: medications, electronics, clothing, and more. They always have two instructions: DO NOT EAT...
By Jill Staake

Read Time: 4 minutes

5 Really Fun Games Kids Can Play with a Penny

Short on cash but looking for new games kids will love? Dig out the penny jar, because these penny games are just what you need! These are all easy enough...
By Jill Staake

Read Time: 4 minutes

12 Amazing Things Kids Can Do with Sticks

If you've ever gone on a nature walk with a kid, you know that they love to pick up stuff along the way. In fact, you're likely to return with...