CompostA sunny spot and a homemade composter will make great soil.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Children's Busy Book
Water FightHere are all the necessary ingredients for a great water fight with your preschool child.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Map FactsHelp your child create a map of your local area and then take a walk, following along on the map as you go.
Child's Time CapsuleHelp your child write a letter expressing her likes and dislikes, and then make a time capsule to put it in.
Backyard CampingSpend the night outside with your child -- and enjoy these suggested activities.
Trish Kuffner, author of The Preschooler's Busy Book
Painted RocksFor a fun and inexpensive way to create art, try this fun activity -- painting rocks with your child!
Andrea Mulder-Slater
A Cluckin' Garden in a PotIntroduce your child to gardening with this fun activity -- this plant is so easy to grow, even a brown thumb can't "fowl" it up!
Family NovelJoin forces with your family to create a literary masterpiece with this family writing activity.
Steve Bennett
Rain PaintingThis activity is a great way for your child to observe how water reacts with other materials.
Storm SoundsIf your child is afraid of thunder, show her how she can fight back by making a bit of her own thunder!
Soap CrayonsCraft your own nonpermanent crayons for your child to color on himself and the wall while he bathes.
Fizzy Bath BallsMake your own fizzy bath balls with just a few simple ingredients, and liven up your child's bath-time fun .
Top 10 Materials to Have on Hand for Toddler ActivitiesHere's a list of the top ten materials you should always keep in your toddler's activities box.
Unofficial BiographerDoes your child have a future in reference book publishing? Here's an entry-level assignment that can serve as a preview.
Toy TalesHave your child create a story about the secret lives of his toys.
Three, Two, One...Have your child decide which number is her favorite, and then create a tale about it.