Homemade Silly PuttySilly Putty is even more fun when you and your preschooler make it from scratch!
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Storybook Tea PartyOn the next rainy day, indulge in some fantasy with a tea party right out of your child's favorite storybook.
Child's Time CapsuleHelp your child write a letter expressing her likes and dislikes, and then make a time capsule to put it in.
I Could Have...Sharpen your child's problem solving and decision making skills with this activity.
Family HandprintsKids love to draw. Help them learn to make tracings with this fun arts and crafts activity.
Tell Me a StoryAmuse your preschool child by making up a story that uses surprise props.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Setting the TableYour preschool child will love helping you set the table, but watch out for the breakables!
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Musical GlassesNeed a rainy day distraction? When you tap glasses with your child, you make music!
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Apple CandlesticksFollow these directions to teach your child how to make candlestick holders using apples.
Bird's NestWhen this nest is complete, your child might want to put a toy bird or eggs in it.
Trail MixTake one of these delicious and healthy trail mixes on your next hike to give you instant energy.
BadmintonBadminton is a familiar and fun outdoor game for everyone. Here are the official rules.
Colored Crayon BallsDon't throw away old stumpy crayons. It's a whole new way to color when you recycle them!
Garden TourThis nature activity teaches children about the different types of plants and flowers found in a garden.
Sound QuizIn this activity, children tape-record different sounds and then see if friends and family can guess what they are.
Straight JumpingHere's a collection of some of the best jump-rope rhymes for children's playtime.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Children's Busy Book