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Crafts for Kids

Sensory Play Fun: How to Make Rainbow Silly Putty

I spend a couple minutes making this with my kids, then let them go nuts with the end result.

by Amy Christie

Health

26 Amazing Sensory Play Ideas (& How Sensory Play Benefits Kids)

You could use a break, right? These fun ideas help kids develop skills — and occupy them for hours.

by Katie Hurley & Alex Richards

Parenting

31 Fun Car Games For Kids

Just in time for spring break. You’re welcome.

by Ryan Foy

Toddlers

How to Raise a Curious KidSponsored content

#2. Let them get as messy as they want to during playtime.

by Katie Hurley

Parenting

Little Ways You Can Build Your Kid’s Imagination Before BedSponsored content

My kids love to play make believe with their stuffed animals. On any given day, the animals might have a track meet, school, or a excursion to a museum. Just the other day, I was invited to attend a swap meet with the animals. The invitation stated that I should bring a few items […]

by Katie Hurley

Parenting

Creative (& Easy) Ways to Build Up Your Child’s Imaginative Play SkillsSponsored content

Both my husband and I grew up loving Curious George, with all of his mischief, his sense of adventure and, of course, his curiosity. What’s awesome is that our twin boys seem to love the silly monkey as much as we do, and are obsessed with watching the animated series. So you can imagine how […]

by Jennifer Benjamin

Parenting

Imagination Boosters You’ve Never Heard of BeforeSponsored content

I know that many experts feel that too much screen time can kill creativity, but I’ve got to say, some of the shows that my kids watch not only educate them, but inspire them as well. Half the time, when they’re running around the house pretending to be crime fighters or superheroes or friendly monsters, […]

by Jennifer Benjamin