Kids' Activities
Ideas for entertaining kids of all ages with crafts, sports, games, books and more!
It's no surprise to hear that kids need daily doses of exercise in their lives. Regular physical activity helps children build healthy bodies and prevent chronic disease like Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension....
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Don't just recycle, upcycle! As parents and nannies, we are always on the lookout for awesome craft ideas to do with the kids, but wouldn't it be great if they were earth-friendly too? Care.com...
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You just put the baby down for a nap and smile at the thought of peace and quiet. One problem: your older child (or children) is still up and about, wanting to be entertained. Television isn't the...
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Friday, Feb 22, 2013
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No power? No problem. Wait a second, that means no Wii, no Xbox, no iPad, no DVD player? And you have two cranky kids? Run for it! Parenting young children is difficult on any day. When boredom sets...
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Friday, May 03, 2013
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Summer may be a time to relax, but tell that to kids who are bouncing off the walls or shrieking "I'm bored" every five minutes. How on earth are parents and nannies supposed to keep kids...
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Friday, Nov 30, 2012
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Having PLAY-DOH handy has always saved the day for Liz Weirshousky, mom of three in Bethesda, Md. When she hosts mixed-gender playdates at her house, her daughter uses it to create flowers while the boys...
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Monday, Oct 22, 2012
Yippee! Your son made the pee-wee football team. Woo hoo! Your daughter is the basketball captain. But along with the fun of sports camaraderie and important physical exercise comes the fear of injuries....
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Monday, Sep 10, 2012
Over the last 30 years, childhood obesity has been steadily on the rise, and one of the best ways to prevent and reverse it is to keep children active on a daily basis. As a result, the Let's Move...
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Friday, Feb 22, 2013
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Is Mother Nature keeping you indoors? Being stuck inside with the kids all day sounds like the plot of a horror movie, but with some planning, you'll all enjoy your day together. For parents or...
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Friday, Feb 22, 2013
Each winter, the same scenario plays out: parents go to bed with their driveways clear only to wake up the next morning to find it completely covered in snow and ice. Mother Nature's great surprise!...
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Monday, Apr 01, 2013
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How does your family celebrate Earth Day? From recycling to setting up a composting system, raising an earth-friendly family doesn't have to be as complicated as you might think. With April being...
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Saturday, Jun 30, 2012
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You just put the baby down for a nap and smile at the thought of peace and quiet. One problem: your older child (or children) is still up and about, wanting to be entertained. Television isn't the...
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Saturday, Jan 03, 2009
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She is stubborn, prone to tantrums, and easily gets antsy, but a preschooler won't turn into the devil incarnate if you can keep her occupied...
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Thursday, Aug 04, 2011
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Reading to a young child at bedtime is one of the oldest rituals in, well, the book. While this practice is beyond valuable, it's also important to read with your kids every day -- long before they're...
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Saturday, Jun 30, 2012
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Don't just recycle, upcycle! As parents and nannies, we are always on the lookout for awesome craft ideas to do with the kids, but wouldn't it be great if they were earth-friendly too? Care.com...
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Monday, Sep 10, 2012
Childhood obesity is a national epidemic and one that has received national attention. Cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol are attacking children at a young age, largely due to...
Monday, Apr 16, 2007
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Playing with blocks and dolls might not be your idea of a good time, but if you're caring for a toddler, you're going to have to learn to enjoy the simple things.
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Tuesday, Jul 10, 2012
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It's no surprise to hear that kids need daily doses of exercise in their lives. Regular physical activity helps children build healthy bodies and prevent chronic disease like Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension....
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Thursday, Apr 12, 2007
If you're in the city with kids -- or if you can bring them to a city nearby -- there are a million different places to find fun on any given afternoon or weekend of the year.
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Tuesday, Jan 29, 2013
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Remember what a day off from school meant when you were little? Whether there was a foot of snow outside, or you had a temperature of 102, unexpected days off might have meant playing in pajamas all day...
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Tuesday, Mar 11, 2008
The Care.com Editorial Team has compiled a list of our favorite books and movies with a child care theme...
Playdate Tips
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Thursday, Jan 29, 2009
Playdates are supposed to be fun, but if the activities and circumstances aren't age appropriate, the event can result in more stress than play. Here are some tips for enjoying fun, age-appropriate playdates with your kids.
Activities by Age
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Get your child excited about Earth science by growing your own crystals at home! Using just a few materials, your child can start his very own borax crystal garden. As your child watches the crystals...
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
The two things are often synonymous with one another: summer and lemonade. Cool down this summer by making some lemonade with your child, and set up a stand to treat neighbors and passers by to a cool...
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Finally--a way to revive those old, ragged t-shirts! If your family tends to hang onto things long after you there's a use for them, this activity is for you! Invite your child to find an old tee...
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Making a family yearbook is a great way to document activities and reflect on the past in a collective and creative setting. Games, trips, recitals, parties, milestones passed, and challenges met over...
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Have you ever watched a movie in which a painting moves to reveal a secret safe or a book slides out from a shelf and causes the wall to move? In the spirit of secret compartments, here's a fun and...
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Friday, May 20, 2011
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Practicing the ABC's can be repetitive and dull when the same teaching techniques are used over and over. Add some variety to your child's letter learning by making these darling sponge stamps...
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Friday, May 20, 2011
If a picture's worth a thousand words, how many numbers is it worth? Break out some old newspapers and magazines and let your kid find out! She'll create her very own counting book, in order...
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Friday, May 20, 2011
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The age-old question: What is to be done with all those broken crayon stubs? Finally--there's a solution! This whimsical activity magically melts all the pieces together to create giant multi-colored...
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Tuesday, May 10, 2011
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Unlike most adults, kids love to get their hands dirty. The messier, the stickier, the slimier, the better! You don't need to shell out big bucks to keep them in fingerpaint. With this recipe, you...
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Monday, May 23, 2011
It's easy to turn old magazines into a fast-and-furious finding game that's both fun and educational. Together, you and your kids come up with a list of things to find in the magazines. Then......
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Monday, May 23, 2011
Friendship bracelets have been around probably for as long as friends have been around! But making one couldn't be simpler. This is a great project for your third grader to try out on a lazy afternoon...
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Monday, May 23, 2011
I scream, you scream, we all scream for...homemade spearmint ice cream! Store-bought ice cream is good, but trust us - homemade is better. The problem for parents is that making it yourself isn't...
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Monday, May 23, 2011
Who knew it was so easy to put a new spin on a pair of old sneakers? By dyeing her shoelaces with ordinary fabric dye, your child can add some extra charm to her feet. She can try getting a few colors...
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Wednesday, Mar 09, 2011
Being trapped indoors on a gloomy spring day can have even the most imaginative caregiver or parent wracking her brain for fresh ways to play. The good news: The right activities can keep kids entertained...
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