Rainy Day Fun

Visit a local museum without paying a cent? You just have to know when to go! The advantage for families (beyond saving some cash): You don’t have to worry about getting your money’s worth out of your admission, and can just take off when the kids get antsy. Daily Frye Art Museum: Closed Mondays.

It’s that time of year again. You know, the one season that seems to stretch on forever with rain and gray. It’s dark, it’s wet, and we parents — not to mention the kids — start itching for a change of scenery. Don’t despair! We’ve gathered more than 50 outings that are perfect for a rainy day. Som

It’s after school, and you have a bit of time before you have to start dinner. Or you’re in between appointments and have some time to kill at a local park. What can you and your kids do outside in half an hour to connect to nature, de-stress, and get some fresh air? Lots! Read on for 11 fun activi

Parents embarrass children. Public affection, singing, dancing — even your favorite jogging suit — can be gross in the eyes of your child. But if you're mom to a baby, you're lucky; the need for cool doesn't develop until around age 8. You still have time to brush up on a few skills and camouflage t

Go, Go, Gizmo! It's hard not to love a DIY toy with the ability to move based on simple mechanics — and that's exactly why we can't get enough of this homemade "long-reach gizmo" featured on Giddy Giddy! Made using cardboard, brads, scissors, and acrylic paint, long-reach gizmos are easy to make w

Stick It and Stack It Though Mom Sarah of Imagine Childhood came up with this clever "Stick Stacks" game for summer, we think it'd be just as fun for spring days filled with t-shirt weather and plenty of outdoor play! To make your own Jenga-esque "Stick Stack" game, simply gather up some backyard

Have a marathon day of errands with the kids in tow? There comes a time when singing The Wheels on the Bus one more time or throwing fish crackers into the back seat just won’t cut it to get you through that last stretch. You need a critter fix — a stop somewhere that has animals on site to refresh

Heartfelt Valentine's Day Leis We love this gorgeous Valentine's Day heart lei by guest blogger Marie LeBaron featured on Craftzine! Made using paper hearts, a hole punch, straws, and string, this festive lovely lei can be decorated with personal sayings or decorations and given out as a valentine