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collage of backyard games for kids.

35 Yard Games for Kids

colorful microwave play dough

Microwave Play Dough

Skills Kids Learn from Sports

Skills Kids Learn from Sports

little girl playing with toy train

Gross Motor Skills Activities for Kids

mom and daughter in Camp Huawni shirts

10 Benefits of Summer Camp

little girl in snow in pink snowsuit; text overlay "When is it too cold to play outside?"

Why Kids Need to Play Outside, No Matter the Weather

A Printable Indoor Scavenger Hunt that will keep your kids entertained and having fun while they’re stuck inside.

Indoor Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids

Jello Edible Slime (Edible Silly Putty)

Jello Edible Slime (Edible Silly Putty)

The BIG benefits of outdoor play for toddlers, preschoolers, and kids of all ages — plus, how to get kids to play outside every day! Sponsored by Little Tikes.

8 Benefits of Outdoor Play for Kids

103 Budget-Friendly Staycation Ideas for Families

103 Budget-Friendly Staycation Ideas for Families

What to pack in a soccer first aid kit.

10 Essentials for a Soccer First Aid Kit

Insider secrets to get lots of fun Chuck E. Cheese's freebies — free pizza, free tickets, and more!

8 Things You Can Get FREE at Chuck E. Cheese’s: Pizza, Tickets, & More!

how to make Gak slime at home

How to Make Fluffy Slime Inspired by Nickelodeon GAK

Beat boredom this summer with this HUGE collection of free kids activities! Perfect for the years when a family vacation just isn't in the budget.

205+ Free Kids Activities for a Summer of Adventure

You might see the horror stories on Facebook, but is slime actually dangerous?? 4 important tips to make slime safely and enjoy this fun kids activity!

How to Make Slime Safely