How To: Play Hot and Cold
Looking for a fun, educational game to play with your children? How about a game of "Hot & Cold"? Played indoors or out, this game helps children refine their listening skills and learn the idea of opposites.
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How To: Pack nutritious lunches your kids will eat
Does your child always come home with a full lunch box? Most likely they don't like what you've been packing. Give your children’s brown bag lunch a healthy punch – one they won’t trade away!
How To: Spur Your Child's Interest in STEM with This Discounted Toy
How much screen time is too much for a child? Should you let your children have a smartphone or tablet? What age is appropriate to introduce them to technology?
News: Mobile Developer Within Tells Interactive Halloween Tales via Wonderscope AR App
The Halloween season is the perfect time for telling scary stories, but augmented reality is here to bring the tradition of frightening children to the modern age.
News: Beware Your Child's Sandbox — Dangerous Pathogens Could Be Playing There Too
For younger children, a day at the playground is not complete without some sandbox time. Long a favorite of children and parents, sandboxes could also be sheltering dangerous pathogens.
News: Pesticides Used to Kill Zika Mosquitoes May Harm Babies Exposed Before Birth
Zika is a threat to unborn babies — the virus can cause neurological damage if it infects a mother during pregnancy. But as with many things, our solutions to the problem aren't always all that much better than the problem itself.
News: Cats May Drive You Crazy, but They Won't Make You Mentally Ill
Even if your cat drives you a little nuts, don't worry, because a new study says that cats pose no risk to your mental health.
How To: Start a paper doll dress-up tin/purse project
The video describes the making of Paper doll dress up and a Tin Purse to put the dolls inside. You can use the cartridge paper but regular paper should do. She was sticking to the princess themes in this tutorial. The tin comes from provocraft but creative imaginations also offers one. Instead of purchasing a tin you can find a old tin purse maybe once for a over sized set of playing cards. There is a tab feature you can use on the dolls but which children the might come off. She suggests usi...
How To: Put your child on a diet and keep them healthy
Childhood obesity is becoming a national epidemic. If we don't improve what our kids eat soon, the next generation will have a significantly shorter lifespan. Instilling good eating habits when kids are young makes it much easier for them to stay healthy as they grow older.
How To: Stop snoring
It may not bother you so much, but think about your significant other, or your children, your mother… your dog. You may be keeping them all up with your noisy nose. Snoring is no joke, especially if you're the one trying to sleep on the other side of the bed. Here's author and leading ear, nose and throat specialist Dr. Jordan Josephson with some tips to stop snoring. If you want to stop snoring, these tips are your best best. Get more information at Howdini.
How To: Block usage, games and programs with Parental Controls on Windows 7
Windows 7 is the hot, new operating system replacing the past XP and Vista systems. Windows 7 is the most simplified, user-friendly version that Microsoft has developed - ever. Get acquainted with your new version of Windows straight from Microsoft.
How To: Make a prank phone call
People like Ralphige and The Jerky Boys have elevated prank phone calls to an art. Here’s how you can get in on the fun.
How To: Make a cone record player
If you're record player doesn't work anymore, but it still turns, then this is the perfect solution for you. The video show you how to make a cone record player. It's also a neat trick for playing your records with out a record player, instead of a regular phonograph needle.
How To: Build your K'NEX Starburst Spinner Thrill Ride
K'NEX is one of the most popular construction toys on the market, right next to Lincoln Logs and LEGOs, but what makes K'NEX stand out is the fact that children can build mechanically derived toys. Instead of blocks or little logs, kids use interconnecting plastic rods and connectors, which give them tons of contraptions to build and play with. Today, K NEX has even more possibilities with wheels, pulleys, panels and flexi-rods to make amusement park roller coasters, airplanes, animals, bikes...
How To: Build your K'NEX Pirate Ship Park
K'NEX is one of the most popular construction toys on the market, right next to Lincoln Logs and LEGOs, but what makes K'NEX stand out is the fact that children can build mechanically derived toys. Instead of blocks or little logs, kids use interconnecting plastic rods and connectors, which give them tons of contraptions to build and play with. Today, K NEX has even more possibilities with wheels, pulleys, panels and flexi-rods to make amusement park roller coasters, airplanes, animals, bikes...
How To: Build your K'NEX Shark Run Roller Coaster
K'NEX is one of the most popular construction toys on the market, right next to Lincoln Logs and LEGOs, but what makes K'NEX stand out is the fact that children can build mechanically derived toys. Instead of blocks or little logs, kids use interconnecting plastic rods and connectors, which give them tons of contraptions to build and play with. Today, K NEX has even more possibilities with wheels, pulleys, panels and flexi-rods to make amusement park roller coasters, airplanes, animals, bikes...
How To: Build your K'NEX Vertical Vengeance Roller Coaster
K'NEX is one of the most popular construction toys on the market, right next to Lincoln Logs and LEGOs, but what makes K'NEX stand out is the fact that children can build mechanically derived toys. Instead of blocks or little logs, kids use interconnecting plastic rods and connectors, which give them tons of contraptions to build and play with. Today, K NEX has even more possibilities with wheels, pulleys, panels and flexi-rods to make amusement park roller coasters, airplanes, animals, bikes...
How To: Play and spot opening chess moves
Chess is a strategy and logical deduction game between two players that is enjoyed by children and adults alike, from park benches to convention halls across the world. Though the game of chess has taken many variations over its long history, today's form involves black and white teams orchestrated by players and has even entered the digital age, as games and tournaments are played online and via email. Using a square board composed of grids and smaller squares, the game pits a queen's army a...
How To: Make a delicious salmon filled fish shaped appetizer
This is a delicious appetizer perfect for children's parties or any sort of ocean-themed event. Make pastry shells shaped like fish, and then fill them with a savory smoked salmon and potato filling. Brush with a bit of egg and then bake!
How To: Sew a correct and elegant French seam
This seam is ideal for use on garments that will be washed often, such as lingerie or children's wear. It also adds a professional, finished look to your final garment. Here's an easy and quick way to sew your own French seam.
How To: Make a Spongebob Squarepants player card / emblem for Call of Duty Black Ops
Having a badass player card / emblem will make you much better at Call of Duty Black Ops. Or at least look cooler while you kill the same number of people. This video will teach you how to make a Spongebob Squarepants emblem so you can express your love of children's animated programming with the shooter community.
How To: Make a Christmas tree ornament with your kids
You can make Christmas ornaments with your children! You will need craft sticks or popsicle sticks, crayons or markers, non toxic craft glue, yarn, tissue paper or pom poms and safety scissors. Now, make your own Christmas tree shaped holiday ornaments.
How To: Create some fun family Thanksgiving traditions beyond simply the meal
Focus on the memories, not the food! This video lists some great ideas, like a Giving Tree that you can put at the kids' table to encourage your children to think about what they can give to others, in addition to being thankful.
How To: Make a green, recycled centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table
Want to have a green Thanksgiving this year? You can make a classy, lovely Thanksgiving centerpiece with your children out of recycled materials! This project uses empty glass soda bottles, a few paints, flowers and some old jewelry or colored beads.
How To: Make a Thanksgiving turkey from beads and jewelry wire
This is a great project, especially for older or preteen children. You will need flatnose pliers, needlenose pliers, wire cutters, gold bugle beads, seed beads, a large bead for the body and 24 gauge jewelry wire in bronze or copper.
How To: Play the song "Supersonic" by Oasis on acoustic guitar
Oasis have achieved a sort of father figure status on the English music scene, and many of you were probably children when they debut CD "Definitely Maybe" came out in 1994. If you still remember it fondly, and if you've heard it it would be hard not to, watch this video to learn how to play one of it's hit singles, "Supersonic".
How To: Make a replica feather quill pen
This is a fun and easy craft you can do with your children, by making a replica of the old feather quill pens - with none of the mess! You'll need some white construction paper, a regular ball point pen, some scissors and a stapler.
How To: Make wine glass charms to put out for Thanksgiving
Wine charms go around the stem of your wine glass to mark which glass belongs to whom - great for parties. Even for a Thanksgiving dinner, you can make some cute themed charms for an extra holiday flair. You can even have your children help you make the charms, too!
How To: Make a baby carriage out of circles with your child
This craft is for pre-K children, and is useful if you want to teach them about shapes. By using circles, you can craft them to make a cute little baby carriage. All you need is some glue and scissors, and maybe some stickers or other decorations.
How To: Teach your pre-K child about circles by making a paper ice cream cone
Turn craft time into an educational experience! Using one paper triangle for the cone, you can use other paper circles to represent scoops of ice cream to teach your child about different shapes. This is a fun and easy craft for young children and their parents to do together.
How To: Make a porcupine or hedgehog craft out of paper
Here's a fun rainy day craft, good for especially young children. Make your own porcupine or hedgehog out of construction paper. You'll need yellow and brown origami paper, one black marker, one popsicle stick, two googly eyes, a stapler, glue and a pair of safety scissors.
How To: Draw and color in a simple castle for kids
This basic drawing tutorial is aimed at young children who want to learn how to draw a very basic castle, with one middle tower and two smaller turrets off to the side. Follow along with your child - all you'll need is some paper, a pencil with an eraser and a few markers!
How To: Make a crafty bracelet out of recycled jeans and plastic bottles
Teach your children art at the same time you teach them conservation! This video shows you how to take an old pair of jeans and an empty plastic bottle, then add a little lace and other decorations to make a cute denim bracelet.
How To: Make a recycled kids puppet from a glove and pom poms
This video shows you a fun and easy craft - recycle an old glove and, by gluing colored pom poms onto it, turn it into a puppet! You'll need to use a hot glue gun to attach the pom poms, so make sure your children don't burn themselves.
How To: Make a flower or candy basket out of construction paper
This is an easy and fun craft for your kids which will teach them how to make a small basket out of construction paper. You can use it to hold candies, flowers or any other small children's articles. You just need some brightly colored paper, scissors, glue and a stapler.
How To: Bake a funfetti cake from scratch
Funfetti cakes are a common site at children's birthday parties, but most of the busy parents who make those happen go with the boxed cake mix version. It's really not too hard to make from scratch for extra flavor! Watch this video to find out how.
How To: Make butterscotch brickle Bourbon bon bons
As Peggy from "Married With Children" demonstrated, every woman loves to kick back with a plate of bon bons and a good soap opera. Sure, you can purchase your bon bons from a store, but why ingest all those artificial preservatives and chemicals when you can make your own at home?
How To: Fill out the child tax credit worksheet
If you have children who are still your dependents and have been living in your household for at least half of the year, and have their own social security number, you can actually get a major tax credit with a simple worksheet. In this video you will learn the requirements for the tax credit and also how to fill out the worksheet and calculate your credit.
How To: Clean the stain out of a mattress after a bed-wetting
Bed-wetting is a part of childhood for most children, and cleaning up after it is pain for parents everywhere. Watch this video for tips on how to clean up the stains from a bed-wetting incident, restoring the normal pee-free ambiance of your home.
How To: Make a Jason Voorhees mask for Halloween or other scary occasions
Jason Voorhees single-handedly terrified millions of American children away from ever going to summer camp, and his iconic mask can still send people running to this day. This video will show you how to can quickly and easily make your own Friday the 13th Jason Voorhees mask out of papier mache and other materials. It looks good, and should be quite comfortable by mask standards.