Activities for Kids to Do
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For any event with both adults and children in attendance, it's super important to have activities planned so the little ones don't get too antsy and cranky. Here's a simple yet fun DIY game idea both kids and adults can enjoy!
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Let the kids create their very own frosted s'mores with a make your own s'more table complete with all the fixings. It's a great activity and dessert idea in one children of all ages can enjoy.
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Set up a make-your-own cookie creation bar at your next kid-filled event. We create flag cookies for the 4th of July, but you can easily customize this activity by choosing a cookie cutter and frosting colors to fit your party theme.
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Food and decor are super important for any theme party, but when planning an event for children, games and activities are a MUST. We've got some great game ideas that are not only festive, but super fun for kids of any age to enjoy.
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Kids will have a ton of fun celebrating the arrival of spring with this activity. Plant Jelly Beans and overnight they grow into lollipops!
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Get the kids creative this spring with crafts and activities to get them playing inside, outside and even in the bath tub!
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Get outside with these kids games and activities for spring! We're mixing color, creativity and crafts together for five easy ways to get the most out of your refreshing return to the outdoors!
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Channel all that excitement for Christmas by having the kids make this felt ring Christmas garland. Not only is it a fun craft activity, but it's also a daily treat they can have fun with in the 25 days leading up to Santa's arrival!
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The best thing about the winter for kids, once the holidays pass of course, is a snow day. Those unexpected holidays always arrive with such promise! Don't let them fall flat - we've got 20 ways to have fun the next time you're snowed in.
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Get the most out of backyard fun and games with an updated version of the classic game of catch. This activity is great for the kids and can be adapted to fit any age group. Want to stay cool and play? Try adding pool commands onto a beach ball - you can waterproof paper by covering with tape or write directly onto the ball...
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Elf on the Shelf may not be a tradition you grew up with, but it's certainly a Christmas activity kids today will learn to love and treasure. We're pretty sure this Elf on the Shelf activity will be around for many years!
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Stuck inside because of a snow day? No need to get cold or wet to build a snowman of your own - we've got a kid-friendly activity to whittle away the cabin fever and make some creative snowmen.
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Make tonight a holiday movie marathon at home! Our top 20 Christmas movie list is full of some popular holiday favorites that are a must-see for every kid.
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Test the kids knowledge of holiday tunes with this party game. It's great for all ages as you can tailor your questions to the songs they love best!
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Austic children often appreciate sensation - be it visual, audio or sensory - more than their counterparts. Here are a few engaging ways to entertain children with autism that respects their special needs and enhances the pleasure of sense.
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Fancy Nancy is one fabulous childhood heroine to admire - between her stylish, take-on anything attitude and great vocabulary, she's one little girl we're happy to celebrate with our own children. And it's not too hard or expensive to do at home.
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Keep your tweens entertained with something other than video games. Here are some easy ideas to make the most out of their freetime that will make them feel as mature as they think they are, but still promises lots of family fun.
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This holiday season, gather the kiddies together and have them craft their own gingerbread house. Our gingerbread activities don't stop there, though! We're turning this game into a full out party.
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Kids love bubbles but get frustrated by small wands and messy fingers. With this fun kids activity you get a lot of bubble with a little bit of effort. It's great for birthday parties and summer days when boredom might strike!
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Pre-schoolers love this fast paced game of moving from color to color, and parent's love it because it is simple to set up and can be played both outdoors or indoors.
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Turn a rainy day indoors into a day of fun with these printable Oogieloves themed games. They make great additions to favor bags at kids birthday parties, too!
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The big surprise at this celebration are the tee-pees that surround the party space, so make sure you're ready to get going as soon as the excited guests catch their first glimpse of the set up!
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Whip up a batch of basic sugar cookies, then let the kids do the decorating work. This simple and fun party activity for kids is one that ends on a sweet note every time!
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Enjoy the beautiful colors of Autumn with a few family friendly activities to get the kids off the computer and enjoying the outdoors. And parents, don't think you're any better! We're declaring a work-free zone during these fun activity ideas.
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Heading back to school might not be something every kid is looking forward to, but there are some fun ways to change that. We've got 10 fun ideas - check them out!
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Candy corn isn't just for eating anymore! Keep Halloween alive for the kids by organizing some fun games and activities using this favorite Halloween snack. Finally, an excuse to play with your food!
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Sidewalk scrabble brings together two great family activities, board games and sidewalk chalk! This outdoor brain teaser is fun for all ages and educational. Get the fun started by connecting a few words about the graduate, and let your guests take it from there. Great for party hosted in the front lawn or near a driveway.
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Check out these fun and easy festive Halloween activities the kids will love!
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This wild west inspired activity is perfect for the kids to enjoy outdoors. A little bit messy and a whole lot fun, they'll enjoy pretending they're actually discovering gold the old fashioned way the '49ers employed during the Gold Rush.
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Ready, set, POTTY! Potty training is a major milestone for both kids and moms. It marks a big moment when baby becomes more big kid than anything else. For moms, it's also liberation from diaper duty! Encourage your child to go potty and celebrate success with these easy ideas from mommy of two and Celebrations contributor, Karen Perkins.
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Kids of all ages are sure to be overwhelmed with feelings of excitement, anticipation and a bit of the jitters on the first day of school. Ease them into the new school year with these fun activities to make the first day a special one.
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Find a Rainbow Day isn't the most well-known of holidays, but we think this April 3rd celebration deserves some acknowledgement. Rainbows always fascinate kids and even bring a smile to parents' faces, so we're celebrating all that's wonderful about these colorful arcs with some fun games and activities for the kids.
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National Backyard Games Week is always celebrated the last full week before Memorial Day - this year, May 21st - May 28th 2012. Get ready for summer and take inspiration from the games we'll be playing with the kiddies this week, to encourage outdoor fun in the yard all summer long!
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Don't treat those assigned summer reading lists like a chore - have the kids engage and enjoy their books! We've go 10 tips to help you help them finish their list before school starts in September.
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June 5th is World Environment Day and a great time to get kids excited about the earth while still having fun. Check out these fun ideas for crafts, a DIY compost and more that kids can create this year to learn about environment this year!
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As if you need to infuse an outdoor Olympic party for the kids with more fun and energy, we've got a dynamite playlist to fit the mood. A mix of some older classics and newer anthems, they'll enjoy singing along to these tunes as they enjoy the activities you have planned!
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Later this summer the kids will be talking about one thing - The Oogieloves. Not sure who they are? Read this quick guide and then print out our free printable coloring book so the kids can enjoy some Oogielove fun early!
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Not only will the kids enjoy the fun The Oogieloves in the Big Balloon Adventure will offer in theaters, they can continue the fun at home. Check out these Oogieloves activities to play out back!
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The Summer 2012 Olympics start on July 27th and there's bound to be lots of excitement and fun surrounding the events in London. Share that anticipation with the kids using these fun games and activities inspired by the Olympics. They're great for birthdays or plain old summer fun!
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Teach the kids to catch fireflies, or as you might know them, lightening bugs. It's a childhood memory we all grew up with and they should, too. All that's required is a mason jar with little holes poked in the top and sharp parent eyes to make sure the littlest ones resist the urge to taste one!
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Dr. Seuss's The Lorax hits theaters March 2nd and we're loving the idea of taking his story and using it to inspire kids to be more friendly to the planet. With Earth Day right around the corner, take advantage of the film's furry character and teach the kids all about Earth Day with these fun activities!
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Have some fun at your BBQ party with the kids. We like to get ours engaged in whatever we're celebrating and this BBQ celebration made it super easy to do that. First the kids got involved with building their own burgers, then they enjoyed some watermelon silly style while we snapped away on our camera. Cute!
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A bubble party would be an absolute bust without a ton of bubble blowing, so its important to have lots of bubbles on hand to be sure the air is never clear of these floating gems. Check out these ideas for bubble themed activities that are sure to get carried away.
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Giant Marbles is a family activity that everyone can enjoy and the perfect garden game for those long summer afternoons.
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Have your little athletes start training for the Olympics early by organizing some fun Olympic themed activities! We've put together some of our favorite ideas for games, activities, and Olympic themed snacks!