Childrens Toys

In 1817, the first kaleidoscope was patented by Scottish inventor Sir David Brewster, based on a science project he had created the previous year. According to www.kaleidoscopestoyou.com, his name...

Barbie dolls have been around for generations. Many children grow up playing with Barbie dolls. Purchasing Barbie dolls and accessories can be expensive. You can save a lot of money and create a...

Cardboard boxes are imaginative toys for kids and when they are used to make a play kitchen there will be hours of pretend and fun. Here are ideas of how to make a complete kitchen set from...

Bunny rabbits make great pets. A rabbit's small size and soft fur can delight even the most timid child. Caring for a bunny means attending to all the rabbit's needs. This includes the rabbit's...

In this article you will learn step by step how to make your own basketball hoop for your room. This hoop will hang on the back of any door. Its and easy way to keep your kids entertained for a...

One of the best things about toddlers and very young children is that they're easily and inexpensively entertained. The smallest things, such as putting puzzles together, bring them immeasurable...

Ready for a craft that will keep your kid happy for hours? Try building this easy playhouse. Its base is a large cardboard box, such as the kind housing a refrigerator or another appliance. The...

Many parents work hard to pick out the perfect gift, only to find that their children are more interested in the box it came in. While this can be frustrating at first, learning that kids love...

On windy days, there is nothing more exhilarating than watching a kite take to the skies. If there is no wind, however, you need not despair of flying - you can still take to the skies with a toy...

A toy can teach a child about patterns, enhance his understanding of sound, let him explore tastes and different textures or just make him happy for 10 minutes. A good toy need not be complicated...

Toy swords are fascinating to boys and girls. For many plays, games and pretend sessions, children want to have a sword for their play. You can create your own sword from cardboard. This is a...

Just about every household appliance comes in a cardboard box. Often, small children will gravitate to cardboard boxes more than they're drawn to expensive toys. Besides playing in empty boxes,...

Whether pretending to be a noble knight or a Roman soldier, every brave young warrior needs a dependable shield. If a costume is needed for a party or an event, the plastic shields available...

From Harriet the Spy to James Bond, spy gear is sure to be a hit with your children. Let them make their own spy gadgets with items you can find or recycle around the house for hours of fun at no...

Young children love to play with and in empty boxes. Here's a quick and easy project that you can do with your kids, which will give them just one more reason to enjoy boxes. They'll create their...

Is your child's toy box overflowing? Before you have your kids put their new toys into their room after Christmas or their Birthday, why not have them box up their old toys, so you can recycle...

As a parent, you know that children cost money. From bottles, food, diapers, and wipes to toys, cribs, swings and bouncers, there is always something they need. Clipping coupons will help save...

A dollhouse is the perfect place for your daughter to tell stories, play house and make believe. The versions sold in stores, however, can be costly and cumbersome. Make your own out of cardboard...

Ready for some gentle dueling excitement? How about a sharp addition to any costume? If you need an easy accessory, or simply have a little boy knight, ninja, pirate or musketeer on your hands...