Blind Penny HuntScatter the pennies over an open room, blindfold the children, and see who wins the rainy-day scavenger hunt.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Children's Busy Book
Amazing Inflating BalloonsThis activity uses yeast to demonstrate some of the chemistry involved in cooking.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Children's Busy Book
Candy Advent CalendarMake this candy-encrusted calendar with your preschooler, and enjoy it during Advent.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Graham Wafer HouseThis "gingerbread" house is made with graham wafers, so it's much easier for preschool hands than the traditional kind.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Peppermint PattiesThis is a great recipe for a Christmas classic that calls for chocolate chips, vanilla, and peppermint.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Children's Busy Book
Play CityIn this activity, you'll help your child build a play city large enough for her cars and trucks.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Pretend BakeryTeach your preschooler what a baker does, through this pretend activity.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
How to Create A Make-Believe Hospital For Your ChildHelp your child overcome his fear of doctors by setting up a hospital for his stuffed animals.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Alphabet BookThese alphabet journal activities are perfect to try with your preschooler on a rainy day.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Super GoopThis recipe makes squishy goop, which is fun for your preschool child to smash, push, and play with.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Make-Believe DentistIs it time for your child's first trip to the dentist? Put her at ease with this make-believe trip.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Number FunHide numbers around your house, and have your preschool child find them in numerical order.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Parade ShakersYour preschooler can lead her own parade with this shaker. Follow the instructions to help her make one.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
SpicyFollow these instructions to teach your child about spices and smells with a fun activity.
Dirty VegetablesThis activity describes how to teach your child to wash vegetables properly.
GoopFollow these instructions for making goop with your kids. They will love to play with it!