Fun With Kids
By Apryl Duncan, About.com Guide
Indoor Fun
Stay inside today. The four walls of your home can be as much fun as playing outside. Just put away the video games and turn off the TV. Unique activities help them learn, play and create.
- 10 Indoor Activities
- Learning Activities That are Fun
- Music Activities for Kids
- Reading Fun for Kids
- Kids' Live Shows
- Make Your Own Movie Theater
- Create a Website With Your Kids
- Explore World Cultures Together
- Dr. Seuss Activities
- Play Indoor Hopscotch
- Rubber Cement Art
- Create Your Own Superhero
- Picture Stories
- Make an "I Ruff You" Foam Dog
- Host a Perfect Play Date
- Rainy Day Activities
Outdoor Fun
Fresh air is on the other side of the door. Open up and let the kids run outside. Break out of the normal routine of watching them play and get right in there with them. These activities encourage interactivity so you can enjoy Mother Nature together.
- Nature Activities for Families
- Gardening Projects for Kids
- Creative Outdoor Painting
- Fun With Bubbles
- Recording Outdoor Sounds
- Classic Outdoor Games
- Outdoor Party Games
- Outdoor Activities for Toddlers
- Reader Tips: Best Outdoor Activity for Kids
Seasonal Fun
The circle of seasons changes the way kids play. But winter isn't just about snowball fights. Summer isn't just for countless days swimming. From quality time together as cooler temperatures approach to energy-burning fun on warm days, welcome each season with new activities that encourage lots of play time no matter what the weather is like outside.
- Winter Activities for the Whole Family
- Spring Season Activities
- Free Summer Programs for Kids
- Fall Fun for Kids of All Ages
- Parents Share Their Favorite Seasonal Activities
Classes for Kids
Introduce the kids to a new experience as they learn how to do everything from play an instrument to build a birdhouse. Even babies can get in on some of these classes so the whole family can have fun together.
- Music Classes for Babies, Toddlers and School-Age Kids
- Lowe's Build and Grow Workshops
- Home Depot Kids Workshops
- Cooking Classes for Kids
- Kids' Gymnastics
On the Road
Looking for family fun in your city? Or do you feel like packing up for a getaway with the kids? Hit the road and entertain the kids from the moment you buckle them into their car seats.