Activities & Fun
How to keep your preschooler happy and stimulated. A resource chock-full of ideas and suggestions for every circumstance. Best bet activities for preschoolers including organized sports, dance, art class, and camp plus fun ideas for the car, rainy days and vacations.
Looking for ideas for family fun? A family outing is about having a great time, but they can also be educational. So hit the road and check out some of these top destinations for preschoolers.
Is a preschooler too young to enroll in a kids' sports program? Which organized sports are good for little kids?
When the weather outside is frightful, but you've got an active preschooler, try one of these indoor games to keep them happy and busy.
From catching bugs to running through the sprinklers, the many summer activities for preschoolers that are conducive to warm weather are also great for building important skills in your child like hand-eye coordination and gross and fine motor skills. Here's a to-do list of fun for you and and your child to work on together.
Looking for something to do during the dog days of summer? Check your movie theater. Many local and national chains are offering family-friendly, free or discounted movies all summer.
If you are a family on the go, make it easy to head out the door by planning in advance for the freedom of spontaneity. Keep an "adventure bag" in the car full of must-have supplies for any occasion or locale.
When it comes to choosing a summer camp for your preschooler, there is a lot to consider. Here's how to make the right selection for your child.
Don't have a lot of money to spend on art supplies? Try this fun quick craft made from fall's beautiful bounty.
Heading out when the weather is cold? Make your day trip planning that much simpler by keeping a cold weather kit in the car stuffed with things you'll need no matter where you go.
If you grew up in the 80s, you probably enjoyed these toys. Now, your preschooler can have just as much fun with them as you did.
Fishing with your kids can be a relaxing, fun learning experience. Here's how to get started.
30 Days of Summer Fun is a 30-day newsletter packed with all the fun ideas for projects, crafts, food and outings featured on this page -- but it comes directly to you via e-mail! In addition, you'll find tips on how to make your summer safe and keep your children healthy all season long.
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How important is play to a preschooler? Incredibly. Sure, your child is having fun, but through play, children learn important social skills as well as develop physically and emotionally.