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How to Keep a 5-Year-Old Girl Busy

By Civita Dyer Dyer

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It's important to make the most of the tail end of those formative years. Whether you've got a busy little boy or girl--5-year-olds need not be the challenge they first appear. This "busy project" combines the best of learning and fun and a ... more »

How to Keep a Preschooler Happily Occupied

By NMusch

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A preschooler is a joyful person to have around. But because of their energy and sheer busy-ness, they can be a handful if you are having a busy day yourself. Keeping a preschooler happily and gainfully occupied is always a challenge, but not too ... more »

How to keep your kids busy this summer, on a budget

By klnygaard

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It is the start of summer break, and you have already heard the words, "I am bored". Here are some ideas to keep the kids busy thie summer without hurting your budget... more »

How to Lead a Cub Scout Meeting

By eHow Parenting Editor

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A Cub Scout meeting should be lively yet educational. Adult leaders should be role models of good leadership. Follow these steps to effectively organize your next Scout meeting... more »

How to Make a Clubhouse in a Closet

By AngelaMG

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So it's winter, and your kids have nowhere to go. They're bored and they don't have their own space. If you have a closet that's not too messy--especially their own--they can empty it or shift the contents to use it as their very own clubhouse... more »

How to Make a Frisbee

By wordwhirler

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The green movement has us all looking for ways to be more earth friendly. If your kids are fascinated with frisbee golf, ultimate frisbee or even just old fashioned frisbee tossing, you'll love this easy project which lets you create a frisbee ... more »

How to Make a Homemade Icee

By misswuwu

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When its hot outside what is the only thing that can quench your thirst. Icees of course!.. more »

How to Make a Sock Puppet that Eats

By laura g

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If you have kids and an old sock or two, pretty soon you could have a sock puppet and hours of sock puppet fun. This sock puppet is a twist on the popular favorite—a sock puppet that can "eat.".. more »

How to Make a Star-Shaped New Years Eve Ornaments with Your Kids

By KTMg

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A fun New Year's craft that you can make with your kids... more »

How to Make A Treat for your Squirrel Friends...

By Ellis Christina

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Squirrels love these tasty treats and you will love watching them eat... more »

How to Make Activity Cards for Your Kids

By dianesteinbach

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Keeping the kids busy on a snow day or summer vacation can be difficult to do. Giving them something more fun and productive to do besides winning a video game requires a bit of forethought and creativity. Planning ahead and creating some fun ... more »

How to Make an Ecosphere

By pianistic

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This is a cool way to make a empty soda bottle Ecosphere. An Ecosphere is a closed ecosystem useful for learning about ecology, such as a terrarium.. more »

How to Make an Indoor Sandbox for Kids.

By christieo1

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Long winter months are hard on kids because they have to go without some of their favorite outdoor activities. Almost all kids love to play in the sandbox, so why not bring it inside? Check out this easy and fun idea to help your kids enjoy ... more »

How to Make Homemade Bubbles With Your Kids

By BREN

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A person can find tons of neat and exciting toys that make bubbles out on the market. However, when all is said and done, all they do is make tiny little bubbles and a hole in your wallet. Here is a great idea to have fun with your children and ... more »

How to Make Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker

By L1onherd

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Trade in that expensive ice cream maker for 2 plastic Ziploc bags. That's right; I said 2 plastic Ziploc bags. Grab the kids, friends and neighbors for this afternoon summertime delight. I guarantee they will enjoy making this treat just as much ... more »

How to Make Modeling Clay

By CCrock

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Make your own modeling clay/playdough for a day of fun with your kids or to practice your own sculpting skills! It's too easy!.. more »

How to Make Multiplication Homework Fun

By jjmaughan

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Starting in second or third grade, children are expected to learn their multiplication tables. Many teachers require students to practice at home. However, just plugging away at boring old flashcards doesn't inspire much fun and learning. Here ... more »

How to make Noise Makers

By pianistic

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Have some fun this New Year's Eve by putting together these fun craft noise makers. They're perfect for a kids' New Year's party... more »

How to Make Paper Mache

By ChristineLee

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Are you looking for a fun craft to do with your children on a Sunday afternoon? Paper mache is perfect! Not only is it fun, it's easy for kids of all ages. Here are the basics... more »

How to make play dough with the kids. (no baking required)

By ***amylaine

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Kids stay little for only so long. Time spent with our kids are a gift. Little projects like making play dough or other crafts can be a wonderful time to spend with your kids. Below is a easy step by step directions on how to make play dough, ... more »

How to make your own potpourri

By spearpe

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Learn how to make your own fruity potpourri... more »

How to Organize a Scrap Camp

By Jennifer Walker

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Whether for kids on summer break or parents who have free time when their kids return to school, a scrap camp can be a great way for groups of friends to get a lot done and have fun in the process. Even though this would usually be held by a ... more »

How to Organize Toys

By kim82600

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This article will help give you ideas on how to organize your children's toys... more »

How to play a left handed scale going up the piano

By pianistic

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A scale is a succession of notes on the piano. When you play a scale there is 8 keys that you have to play but you only have 5 fingers. This is how the pros do it. Playing scales will limber up your fingers, impress your friends and improve ... more »

How to Play the right games that fits with your kids

By smilesatme1

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Playing with your kids will be fun for everybody. But as a parents you need to choose the right games to play with your children. Do not let your kids playing adult and violent games just because that's the games you love to play. I knew some ... more »

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