Mining for GoldBury some nuggets in the backyard, make a treasure map, and let your child go prospecting.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Sandpaper PlayTeach your child about sculpture by letting him create art out of wood scraps.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Paint the HouseDress your preschool child up and tell her that today she is a housepainter.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Bubble SolutionThis outdoor activity includes step-by-step instructions for a homemade bubble solution.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Bubble PipeBuild a simple bubble pipe for a fun outdoor activity, using a cup, a straw, and some food coloring.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Sidewalk DrawingNo one's childhood is complete without drawing on the sidewalk! Gather up the supplies.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Natural Art!Go for a walk with your kids and gather up some leaves. Then follow these directions and make a masterpiece!
Rita Richardson
Leaves, Trees, and Water TemperatureEnjoy an autumn walk with your family, then create magnificant artwork with the fallen leaves you've collected.
Andrea Mulder-Slater
Easter Egg HuntHave the whole family, and the whole neigborhood, join in for an Easter egg hunt.
EggbeaterIn this activity, your child will fill the bathtub with bubbles by using a hand-powered eggbeater.
High WaterThe high water activity will help to strengthen your child's muscles and improve her ability to concentrate.
Take Your Camera for a WalkThis outdoor activity turns the things your child sees every day into a creative photo tour.
Molly Hewitt
Hawaiian Luau Get ready to experience your own tropical paradise! To start this party game, begin by making leis for your very own Hawaiian luau.
Jill Dvornik
Question-Answer JumpingEach of these jump-rope rhymes asks a question that's followed by a series of possible answers.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Children's Busy Book
Beach TowelsDesign and paint your own beach towels with your child -- use beach item shapes, or create your own theme.
Beach Obstacle CourseWhen you're at the beach, try making a fun obstacle course for your child, using just a stick and a shovel.