How To: Use plantain leaves for a cut
Check out this video to learn how to use plantain leaves on a cut. Learn from two knowledgeable kids.
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How To: Origami a cool penguin
Check out how to fold an origami penguin with a design by Joost Langeveld. Then you can origami a swimming pool for it (just kidding!)
How To: Make potato stamps
Think you need a decked-out kit to make cool crafts with your kids? If you have some potatoes and a little paint, you can create your own stamps.
How To: Maximize quality time at night
Parenting can be busy, and sometimes stressful, but kids deserve quality time every day. Check out these tips for creating some quality time in your evening family routine.
How To: Make smoke between your fingers
A couple young kids show you how to make smoke between your fingers using a match box and a razor scooter.
How To: Make play dough at home with your kids
Watch and learn as 5 year old Brianna shows you how she makes play dough. Watch and learn how to make any color play dough you want.
How To: Make Halloween pumkins out of marzipan
Watch this kid teach viewers how to make Halloween pumpkins out of marzipan.
How To: Get your kids to go to the dentist
Do you struggle taking your child to the dentist? Well, taking your children to the dentist doesn't have to be like pulling teeth. Watch this video to learn the best ways to keep your child happy during this doctor visit.
How To: Face paint an easy Spiderman design
This is a quick tutorial on how to paint a quick spiderman on kids.
How To: Make parfait sea salts & soap
An ideal favor for parties or showers. Layers of colorful sea salt in a plastic champagne glass topped off with a layer of soap. A few sprinkles of colored salt and a bath oil bead add the final finishing touches. An ideal favor for baby or wedding showers. An easy soap making craft for kids.
How To: Solve a 4 X 4 sudoku puzzle
Madoc teaches his dog Bowzer how to do a sudoku 4x4 puzzle. This adorable kids covers all of the basics rules of sudoku. This is a great way for children to learn the game.
How To: Add fractions in math using the LCD
For you non-educated folks out there, watch this to see how to add fractions using the least common denominator. Oh, you're a kid, well, why aren't you in school?
How To: Pronounce the English word "facade"
Today's word is "facade". This is a noun which means a face of a building or a superficial appearance.
How To: Pronounce the English word "facetious"
Today's word is "facetious". This is an adjective which means kidding or being playful.
How To: Make fake skin easily for your Halloween haunting
Make fake skin for your Halloween fun, just like we did when I was a kid! Use it for fake cuts, burns, and other ghoulish fun! Or use it to cover up those ghastly birthmarks.
How To: Use the Kayak Ergo
Check out this video to learn how-to use the kayak ergo to improve your enjoyment of the water (no, just kidding, there is no water--this is exercise equipment but it can be used to improve your kayaking skills).
How To: Create secret messages with invisible ink
Video explains how to make and use invisible ink with stuff you find around the house. How to create secret messages for spy kid use and the secret to decoding the message. Use this as inspiration for one of your April Fools Day pranks!
How To: Make cheesy fish sticks
Dietitians and cookbook authors Liz Weiss and Janice Newell Bissex cook up fast and healthy recipes the whole family will love. Their Meal Makeover cooking segments feature everything from healthier versions of chicken nuggets and fish sticks to decadent yet healthy snacks and desserts. In this video learn how to make cheesy fish sticks, a kid favorite!
How To: Make Halloween marshmallow ghosts and ghouls
A fun Halloween treat for kids - they will enjoy making these marshmallows and eating them too!
How To: Perform the Lemon Prediction magic trick
A great Magic Trick that anyone can learn. Predict the number of sections inside a lemon. Great for kids to.
How To: Make a Leyden jar static electricity capacitor
Build an old static electricity capacitor which will shock the electricity of your TV or computer screen. The full discharge of this Leyden jar can be deadly. Make it smaller if you want to try with your kids.
How To: Choose the right skateboard for you
As early as the 1930s, kids were attaching roller skates to two-by-fours and calling them skateboards, but oh, how times have changed. This video shows you how to choose the perfect skateboard for you.
How To: Make a kids telephone
Use two tin cans and wire to make a toy telephone for a child.
How To: Tie an amazing no-slip shoe knot
This amazing knot may save your life, probably your pride, and certainly piles of your time. If you have kids you know how many times each day you have to tie their shoes. With this knot you'll tie them once and be done. This knot is easy to tie and can be untied as easily as any other.
How To: Play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the piano
Learn how to play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on the piano - this is a great video for kids or beginners with finger positions and counting.
How To: Make spicy applesauce Christmas tree ornaments
Sonnet with thecheapmoms.com gives a step by step demonstration in making Spicy Applesauce Ornaments. Fun for the kids and great gifts for the holidays. Spice up your Christmas tree!
How To: Make handprint snowmen Christmas tree ornaments
Heidi demonstrates how to make a great holiday gift with your childs handprint. Great fun for the kids and a great gift idea. Easy way to add a personal touch to your Christmas tree.
How To: Make pav bhaji
Pav Bhaji is a wonderful one-pot meal. It’s also a great way to get the kids to eat their veggies since it is all mashed up and they won't know they're eating veggies! Try this Indian party favorite today.
How To: Make chicken lollipops
Your kids will love this dish! Learn how to make chicken lollipops (chicken wings on a stick) with Indian seasonings.
How To: Make malai kofta
In this video learn how to make the Indian dish Malai Kofta which is kofta's in silky malai sauce. This rich dish is perfect for special occassions (and pleasing your kids).
How To: Build three homemade toys
Mr.G shows you three simple kids toys you can make from items found at home - a paper airplane, a spool tractor, and a returning can.
How To: Make oobleck
Obleck is a mixture that defies Newton's third law and kids will love it! Ingredients you will need are 1.5 cups of corn starch, 1 cup of water, and food coloring which is optional. After mixing, if the mixture is too thick, add more water. If the mixture is too runny, add more corn starch.
How To: Origami an inflatable balloon.
Fold up a piece of paper in a certain way so that you can inflate it. Kids will love it and they can even color it and use their imagination to make it into anything they desire. Have Fun!!!
How To: Play Heroscape
Board game enthusiast Scott Nicholson reviews a new game each week showing you the pieces and rules of play, as well and demonstrating the game with friends. This weeks game, Heroscape, is about buying and fighting with miniatures for kids and adults put out by Milton Bradley.
How To: Use recycled rubber
Protect the kids from playground falls and mulch the plants at the same time! Landscape designer Michael Glassman spins his wheels finding inventive ways to use recycled rubber tires in the backyard.
How To: Make soap from soap flakes
Many craft projects for children center around kids making soap. Recipes often call for Soap Flakes and people wonder how that would work. Especially note how only a little water is needed to bind the Soap Flakes together into a dough-like ball.
How To: Plan a home fire drill
Do your children know how to get out of the house in the event of a fire? The best way to prepare your kids for a potential home fire is to have fire drills at your home. This program will offer ideas on how to make fire drills fun for everyone.
How To: Teach children about water safety
Did you know that drowning is the second leading cause of death for children under the age of 14? I worked as a lifeguard and swimming instructor when I was younger and I have seen firsthand too many close calls with kids around water. This program is about basic water safety for children.
How To: Do a floating card trick
Learn the secrect of the floating card trick. Kids as well as adults will love it.
News: Want to Play More Minecraft? This Teacher Will Show Your Parents Its Educational Side
A game labeled as 'educational' usually spells its death among hardcore gamers. The educational game genre is mostly intended for children, and games that appeal to children often lack the sort of widespread appeal that makes them commercially successful.