Entertaining Kids

Did you know you can make a low voltage battery using lemons?! Isn't that crazy?! In fact, you can use any number of fruits to make a battery. The acid in the lemon (or other fruit) acts as the...

Playing in the snow is always fun. Snow is meant to be the gift of winter, since the weather permits few outdoor activities.

Kids love parties, but sometimes the decorations can put a dent in anyone's party budget. An inexpensive decoration idea is to make a single large or several small disco balls to hang for the...

Snow tubing is a very popular activity in WA state that is fun and can be enjoyed by entire family. There is no age restrictions on going tubing. See how you too, can find places for your family...

Wanna blow smoke out of your mouth without smoking a cigarette or being out in the cold? Heres some tips on doing this trick that will confuse your friends.

Maybe you've seen this before -- if not, prepare to see a side of our first prez you never knew existed. This works great with kids. Also adults who act like kids...

The pinata came to the United States from Mexico but its origins are unclear. Some believe it came from Spain while others believe it came from Italy. The word "pinata" comes from the Spanish word...

We all know family time is priceless, but doesn’t it sometimes feel like family fun costs you a fortune. Between gas, restaurant prices, movie tickets, bowling shoes and everything in between,...

Here's a simple science experiment demonstrating osmosis that can be done with children of all ages. See what happens when the water being moved by osmosis has something else dissolved in it! ...

Whether you make accessories, ornaments or home decorations, this versatile hardening dough is easy to make and uses ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Once you have achieved the...

These simple and easy instructions will set you on your way to making your own modeling dough. You may find what you can make at home is better quality than the popular commercial brand and...

Here are some budget friendly ideas for things you and your family can do this fall. Family time is important, so hang out with them this fall season.

This simple activity brings us back to the good old days when butter was, well...butter. Children love the transformation process of this activity, watching the cream turn into butter and knowing...

Also known as a Crystal Garden, this simple (and old) chemistry experiment/project continues to awe both young and not so young. Technically, this is how it works: The blue ion particles in...

If you are involved in a leadership role for a kid’s organization like cub scouts, girl scouts, or simply want to have a different kind of birthday party for your child it can be quite a challenge...

Whenever my son had friends over or for some reason I was given the duty of babysitting, I found ways to keep the young people still for the most part. Kids, love challenges and competition and...

Camping is great recreation and fun for many who love the outdoors and simpler life! Camping also brings a time of great eating and fun cooking over an open fire. Here is a great, easy lunch to...

Hot cocoa mix, complete with marshmallow and chocolate chips, combined together to look like an ice cream cone. This is a terrific Craft for children to make as gifts. I have gotten terrific...

This is how to make a piñata that looks like a Jack-O-Lantern which would be ideal for a kids party at school or even a Halloween party hosted for adults.

Always wanted to prank phone call someone? But never got the chance or had the guts to? Well, for all of you with no guts out there; a prank phone call with a sound-board takes no talking from you...

Popcorn machines are great for a school fund-raiser, concession stand or home kitchen. A quality popcorn machine can add to any event and provide endless snacks for family and friends.

Watching a movie is a great way to bring a family or group of friends together. Unfortunately, with the rising costs of movie admissions and snacks, it can be too expensive during these economic...

Looking for a fun and crazy party activity for kids and adults alike? Try building a large custom jell-o wrestling pit. It doesn't cost much and will provide excitement that is sure to make your...

A video scavenger hunt is a scavenger hunt where each team has a video camera and a list of items and activities to get footage of. This is a great team building event for any group or club. It...

With this recipe, you will be able to save money and have fun with your kids. Follow along to see how you can make your own home-made play dough.

Rain, Rain, Rain! What to do with the kids when it has done nothing but rain. Kids will get bored hanging around the house and sometimes video games just don't cut it after a while. This simple...

Having that first baby is such a special time, and experience that changes our whole life. There are so many things we can do with baby throughout their life to keep us and our child entertained,...

Entertaining junior high church kids requires organization, patience, energy and flexibility. Junior high kids are in a socially awkward stage, and you should expect them to be high energy and...

Theme your dinner with a one colored food night. Orange is a wonderful color for a summer meal or birthday party. Consider it for any occasion or just for fun. It's a great color to use in the...

Enhance backyard camping by adding fun, exciting, and different foods and activities. Create family memories or possibly a new family tradition.

Spring is a beautiful season to welcome, and with this cute spring inspired door hanger, it can be festive and adorable. You can make it with your children or to just show your love of the Easter...

With some good traditions, it is not that hard to pass down a love for cooking to your children. As a parent, just having a passion for creative cooking will be infectious and spread to young...

During these hard economic times, it seems everyone you talk to is struggling to make ends meet. With Summer on its way, here are some great idea's for you and your family to have great fun for...

Safety is of the utmost importance in a storm situation, but you also need to keep your kids busy and entertained. Here is a few ideas you can do while it snows or storms and you are able to move...

The NY State Fair is an amazing opportunity to spend a day or two as a family doing a wide variety of things before the end of summer. NY State Fair tickets will get you into the fairgrounds,...

Looking for a way to bring your family together that dosen't cost a fortune and makes everyone happy? Try having a family movie night at home. It saves money on expensive movie...

Juggling is fun, entertaining, good for your coordination, and a huge confidence-builder. Teach yourself, teach your kids, and love the process along the way.

Youth Groups love Wild Goose Chases. You will need a chaperon for each team. This can be done in one place but it is more fun if you have to travel.

Kids love to go camping, but when the weather turns cold it becomes a thing of the past. That shouldn't stop your family from enjoying the perks of a great "camp-out". Here are a few...

Star pinatas were first used in Mexico as religious metaphors of the seven deadly sins. The blindfold and stick were said to represent faith and virtue while the sweets and coins inside of the...

One of the easiest and most comfortable Halloween costumes has to be the rag doll. It’s right up there with a simple sheet used for a ghost. All the clothing can be found at a local thrift...

Here is a fun way to pass the time and have fun with your kids! They can use these crafty crayons for projects and they're great because they are easy for tiny hands to hold with less worries...

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You probably had an uncle who used to impress you by making quarters disappear and appear behind your ears. If you didn't, you've probably seen one in a movie. This is a charming and easy magic...

Deciding what movie to have your kids view isn't always an easy task--there's loads of violence in some "kid friendly" moves, sexual innuendo in others and behavior you'd rather not see emulated...

A zoo party is a natural addition for a group outing to the zoo. However, this party can provide lots of fun even when the zoo is only an imaginary one. Zoo animals provide the inspiration for...

Clown costumes are classic whether they are used for Halloween, for a children's party or as part of a carnival. Clothing is an essential part of any clown costume, but even more essential is...

Willy Wonka--the master of sweet treats and the fantastical creator of a candy wonderland. Bring this magical dream world to life and throw your kids the ultimate candy fest. Read on to find out...

Earth day is a celebration dedicated to keeping our planet clean and healthy so that we can continue to prosper in it. Get your kids excited about this special day with these fun-filled activities.

Creating shapes and animals from balloons is an entertaining hobby sure to please the kids in your life. If you learn a few techniques, you can create create balloon hats to stave off boredom and...