As the sun shines longer each day and temperatures rise, cool off this summer with fun-to-make and healthy-to-eat homemade popsicles. They don’t just offer a welcome chill to the summer heat, but they also provide a nutritious dose of fruit. Fruits not only pack a...
Mother’s Day takes place Sunday, May 14. What better way to connect with your mother than through Mother Nature? Flower presses are an easy and creative way to spend time with mom and make some beautiful keepsakes. You can buy a small flower press or make your own....
Preparing your own food in the kitchen is a great way to learn about nutrition, pick up an essential life skill and start to try more fresh, wholesome ingredients. It’s best to find recipes with several hands-on components, so both parents and kids can be involved as...
The month of February is a wonderful time to reflect upon and appreciate the people we love. Celebrate the season with some creative inspiration, and practice your writing skills with a personal Valentine’s-inspired haiku. Let’s start with a little history. Haikus are...
The new year is a great time to teach and inherit good habits, and cleaning up is a great way to start the year fresh and without the old clutter. Here are a few tips to get kids involved in keeping the house clean while maintaining a fun atmosphere. Providing...
Photo courtesy of HelloHomebody.com It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Spread joy and a little sweetness this holiday season with DIY peppermint candy ornaments. This craft is a perfect way for parents and kids to spend time in the kitchen together, getting...
The holidays are a wonderful time to express gratitude and appreciation for each other and the things we love. This month, you can make a “gratitude calendar” to count down the days until Thanksgiving (or any special day, for that matter). On each day, take turns...
October is a time for warm apple cider, brisk strolls in the park and a special time with friends and family. Not only does fall bring beautiful weather, it also brings wonderful produce to our gardens. The pumpkin plant provides a medium for jack-o-lanterns and fall...
Did you get new shoes for the new school year? Here are some fun and creative ways to get crafty with an empty shoebox! The possibilities are limitless when it comes to craft ideas incorporating a shoebox, especially a kid-size box. From bug houses to doll beds, a...
Savor the last moments of summer with this simple nature craft that is not only fun to make, but brings a twinkle of summer peace, too. What You Need 5 twigs (found on the ground) sandpaper or a sanding block craft paint (in several colors) 5 small screw eyes twine...
Enjoying nature can be simple and fun! Imagining that little creatures live in the trees and leaves deepens our connections to outdoor life. Finding small objects that could create a habitat for imaginary creatures is not only easy and free, but makes wonderful...
Celebrate the YMCA’s national initiative, Healthy Kids Day, with some fresh air and family-approved fun in your neighborhood park! Scavenger Hunt Make a list of things you want your kids to find. Give each team or individual a bag to collect items. The first one at...
