Activities for Parents and Children

How to Play Solitaire Card Game Accordion

November 11, 2024 by Forrest Webber

Looking for more screen-free family games? Solitaire is a classic card game and a cottage staple. Whether you’re sitting on the back deck enjoying the afternoon sun or looking to occupy your time on a rainy afternoon, solitaire can make any day more fun. The great thing about solitaire games is that they’re easy for … Read more

12 Easy Crafts for Kids

November 4, 2024 by Terry Denham

As colder weather approaches, we’re headed indoors for playtime. These crafts are a fun way to get creative with little ones.

How to Play Pirate Gold Solitaire

November 11, 2024 by Forrest Webber

Solitaire card games are a great way to distract the kids with a learning tossed in. I’ve shared the game Accordion and even posted a video on how to play Clock (perfect for learning the position of numbers on a clock face. Pirate Gold is another great solitaire game for kids and I’m sharing how to play.

Riddle Me T Puzzle

November 11, 2024 by Forrest Webber

In case you haven’t figured it out from our riddle post (we share 120 riddle and brain teasers to try as a family), we love a good riddle. Brain teasers can also take the form of a puzzle too and recently I had fun stumping my family with this T Time puzzle.

Mosaic Pumpkin Colouring Activity

February 4, 2020 by Forrest Webber

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Colouring seems to be the topic of conversation these days. It’s a great developmental tool for kids, a tool they love, and I’m sure you’ve read about the benefits of adults getting in on the colouring act. Halloween is the perfect time to work on a colouring project together, like this Mosaic Pumpkin.

51 Remembrance Day Poppy Craft Ideas

November 6, 2024 by Forrest Webber

Remembrance Day isn’t one of those big holidays that the kids get excited about but that doesn’t mean it’s not important and worth drawing attention to the day. Our visit to Pearl Harbor a few years ago brought a better understanding to my kids why remembering is important. I know I shared a few poppy crafts before but I felt this was a holiday worthy of a longer 51 Craft Ideas list. Plus I even share a two crafts we did at home.

51 Homemade Valentine Card Ideas

January 20, 2026 by Forrest Webber

My childhood memories are spotty but I do remember the joy of giving and receiving Valentines with my class. There are all sorts of clever fun cards available in the store but sometimes making cards for your friends can be more enjoyable and a lot of fun. Here are 51 Valentine Card Craft Ideas you can make at home.