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Happy Acres Preschool And Childcare (2022-23 Profile)

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  5.00 out of 5 
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5  8/12/2018

Happy Acres is a great place for children to learn, play, and feel loved. We love happy acres for our daughter and she loves attending school.

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5  2/6/2017

All three of my children have attended Happy Acres, so know that this review is from a parent with a lengthy history with the school. My children love it here! My youngest wakes up looking forward to learning every day and has participated in a broad range of enrichment activities from sign language, spanish, MyGym to a variety of arts and crafts. The staff is cognizant of the need to provide children with a healthy lunch. Several options are available and as a working parent, not making lunch every day is a convenience. My kids eat raw broccoli ( I don’t even like broccoli that much) because they are used to snacking on it with carrots at school. My oldest child has since gone on to grade school and is a stellar student. I attribute some of this success to the excellent Pre-K4 foundation he received at Happy Acres. That instruction focused not only on the curriculum, but also the individual character and growth of my child. Ultimately, I don’t just want my children to be taught – I want them to be loved as well.There have been a few transitions- as life tends to happen, but thoughtful consideration is given to selecting the best teachers and the diversity is exemplary. I love that my kids see teachers and children who look like them and many that do not. This subtly shows them the beauty of such differences and how to appreciate each others customs and culture.Honestly, as a parent, wherever you go you will never find anyone that will teach and love your child as best as YOU can, but I can say that Happy Acres strives to live up to its motto ‘ where love and learning go hand in hand’. For that reason, I am proud to give this review and encourage any parent to give it a try.

– Posted by Parent – 3HappyKids

5  5/17/2016

I would not recommend this school to anyone. The the equippment is outdated. The lunches and snacks are not healthy ones. Teachers don’t play close attention to the students on the playground. The area is too wooded with lots of unwanted animals seen on the playground from deers, snakes, groundhogs and frogs. The toys are outdated and the prices are way to high. The staff is unprofessional.

– Posted by Parent – tonop

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Municipal Autonomous Institution “Center for the Development of Preschool Education” of the Municipal Formation of the City of Cheboksary, the Capital of the Chuvash Republic | Official site | Municipal Autonomous Institution “Center for the Development of Preschool Education” of the Municipal Formation of the City of Cheboksary, the capital

Municipal Autonomous Institution “Center for the Development of Preschool Education” of the Municipal Formation of the City of Cheboksary, the Capital of the Chuvash Republic

MAU “CRDO” Cheboksary

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City creative competition of creative sled “Super-sled”

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The competition “Snow patterns” started in preschool institutions of the city of Cheboksary

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“Waiting for the New Year’s miracle…”

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Charity campaign “Give a toy to a friend” started in Cheboksary

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Pupils and employees of kindergartens take part in anti-corruption activities.

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The results of the city professional competition of pedagogical projects “Outstanding countrymen: they glorified the Chuvash region”

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Literary lounge “Dialogue with a writer”

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Bilingual education of preschool children in the capital’s kindergartens

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Model for the introduction of modern pedagogical technologies for the successful socialization of preschool children within the framework of the Modern Kindergarten project, an island of happy childhood

Municipal innovation site

Order “On assigning the status of a municipal site, municipal resource center, municipal internship site to educational institutions for 2020 – 2021 academic year

Regulations on the activities of the management team “Model for the introduction of modern pedagogical technologies for the successful socialization of preschool children” within the framework of the municipal innovation platform “Modern kindergarten – an island of happy childhood”

Contact person:

Kiryushina Yulia Sergeevna-Head of MDOU “Kindergarten No. 151″

E-MAI: [email protected]

Phone: 8 (4852) 24-63 24-63 24-63 24-63 24-63 -42

“Childhood is the most important period of human life, not a preparation for a future life, but a real, bright, original, unique life. And from the one who led the child by the hand in his childhood, what entered his mind and heart from the world around him, it decisively depends on what kind of person today’s baby will become.
(L.N. Tolstoy)

Project implementation period: 2018-2021 academic year

site, municipal resource center, municipal internship site for educational institutions for the 2019-2020 academic year”

Project manager: Pleskevich M.V. – head of the department of preschool education of the department of the mayor’s office of Yaroslavl

Project team: MDOU No. 27, 30, 74,109,151,155

Project goal : Creation of a model of successful socialization of children based on modern pedagogical technologies

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Explore theoretical approaches to understanding the effective socialization of preschoolers;

  • Determine and describe the conditions for the implementation of modern pedagogical technologies (material and technical, organizational – pedagogical, informational)

  • Develop a program for in-house improvement of professional competencies of a preschool teacher, accompanied by the implementation of modern pedagogical technologies for the socialization of preschoolers;

  • Introduce modern pedagogical technologies in work with preschool children;

  • Ensure interaction with families as equal and equally responsible partners in the implementation of innovative projects;

  • Summarize and disseminate innovative experience in the implementation of modern pedagogical technologies in preschool educational institutions (by presenting it at seminars, conferences, as well as in the form of publications, manuals, printed publications, videos)

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    Presentation of the project “Model for managing the process of introducing a teacher’s professional standard as a condition for improving the quality of education in preschool educational organizations”

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    Annotation of the project “Model of introduction of modern pedagogical technologies for successful socialization of preschool children”

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    Interim report on the implementation of the project Project of network interaction of municipal preschool educational institutions on the topic: “Modern kindergarten – an island of happy childhood” for I 9000 kindergarten – an island of happy childhood”

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    Healdsburg community nursery school: Healdsburg Preschool | Healdsburg Community Nursery School

    Опубликовано: January 30, 2023 в 6:08 pm

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    Healdsburg Community Nursery School | HEALDSBURG CA DAY CARE CENTER

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    Pinnacle Pointe Daycare Academy – Union City GA Child Care Learning Center

    Description: AT HCNS, they use the developmental approach by letting children learn at their own pace, using age-appropriate activities. The school also creates an enriched environment that includes stimulating and challenging materials. Within this environment, children have the opportunity to expand and develop their own interests and imagination

    Program and Licensing Details

    • License Number:
      490102334
    • Capacity:
      24
    • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program:
      No
    • Type of Care:
      DAY CARE CENTER;
    • Initial License Issue Date:
      May 02, 1979
    • District Office:
      ROHNERT PARK LOCAL UNIT
    • District Office Phone:
      (707) 588-5026 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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    Inspection 2022-05-16 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
    Inspection 2019-02-01 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
    Inspection 2018-01-11 FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
    Summary 05/16/2022, 02/01/2019, 01/11/2018 No Citation

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    Healdsburg Community Nursery School | Healdsburg, CA

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    EIN 94-6138162

    Personnel|Financials|Form 990s|Peers

    IRS 501(c) type

    501(c)(3)

    Num. employees

    City

    Healdsburg

    State

    California

    Year formed

    1967

    Most recent tax filings

    2020-06-01

    NTEE code, primary

    B21: Nursery School, Early School Admissions, Kindergarten

    Description

    To teach, inspire and nuture healthy children and families through a partnership of professional teachers, parents and students. Preschool education.

    Total revenues

    $88,268

    2020

    Total expenses

    $59,542

    2020

    Total assets

    $39,095

    2020

    Num. employees

    Personnel at Healdsburg Community Nursery School

    Name Title Compensation Date of data
    Lyn Rutherford Director $24,264 2021-07-23

    Financials for Healdsburg Community Nursery School

    • Revenues
    • Expenses
    • Assets
    • Liabilities
    Revenues FYE 06/2020 FYE 06/2019 % Change
    Total grants, contributions, etc. $6,092 $7,333 -16. 9%
    Program services $64,645 $52,856 22.3%
    Membership dues $0 $0
    Investment income and dividends $5 $8 -37.5%
    Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets $0 $0
    Net income from gaming activities and fundraising events, combined $15,526 $13,348 16.3%
    Net income from sales of inventory $0 $0
    Miscellaneous revenues $2,000 $0 999%
    Total revenues $88,268 $73,545 20%

    Form 990s for Healdsburg Community Nursery School

    Fiscal year ending Date received by IRS Form PDF link
    2020-06 2021-07-23 990EZ View PDF
    2019-06 2020-02-04 990EZ View PDF
    2018-06 2019-06-19 990EZ View PDF
    2017-06 2017-10-17 990EZ View PDF
    2016-06 2017-02-02 990EZ View PDF
    . ..and 6 more Form 990s

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    Data update history

    February 23, 2022

    Posted financials

    Added Form 990EZ for fiscal year 2020

    September 30, 2021

    Updated personnel

    Identified 4 new personnel

    September 30, 2020

    Posted financials

    Added Form 990EZ for fiscal year 2019

    September 30, 2020

    Posted financials

    Added Form 990EZ for fiscal year 2018

    May 19, 2020

    Updated personnel

    Identified 4 new personnel

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    Fundraising eventsState / local levelAuction fundraisersTax deductible donationsNo full-time employees

    General information

    Address
    444 First St
    Healdsburg, CA 95448
    Metro area
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA
    County
    Sonoma County, CA
    Website URL
    hcnskids. com/ 
    Phone
    (707) 433-1817

    IRS details

    EIN
    94-6138162
    Fiscal year end
    June
    Taxreturn type
    Form 990-EZ
    Year formed
    1967
    Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
    Yes

    Categorization

    NTEE code, primary
    B21: Nursery School, Early School Admissions, Kindergarten
    Parent/child status
    Independent

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    Main page

    We are glad to welcome you on the website of our preschool institution!

    On the pages of the site we tried to place all the necessary information so that you learn about what educational programs are implemented by the teaching staff, legal documents regulating the activities of the institution, important advice and consultations from kindergarten specialists, news and interesting events, photos exciting life of children. nine0008

    Information about the educational organization

    2. Reception of children strictly until 8:00!!!

    3. When visiting a preschool educational institution, parents (legal representatives) must wear a mask and gloves.

    4. The stay of parents (legal representatives) in groups of preschool educational institutions is prohibited.

    5. Every morning in our kindergarten there is a “morning filter” with mandatory thermometry using non-contact thermometers in order to identify and prevent pupils with signs of respiratory diseases from entering the kindergarten. nine0009

    6. Each group is assigned a separate room where all classes are held, excluding the possibility of communication between pupils from different groups. In each group, three times cleaning of all surfaces and floors with the use of disinfectants is provided.

    7. Musical development and physical education classes are held in the respective premises. After the GCD of each group, work surfaces, floors, door handles are treated using disinfectants. nine0009

    8. Groups are equipped with recirculators for air disinfection, which can be used in the presence of people throughout the school day. Ventilation of the premises is carried out in accordance with the approved schedules.

    9. Organized the work of employees involved in the preparation and distribution of food, service personnel using personal respiratory protection equipment (disposable masks), as well as gloves.

    10. During the course, dispensers with antiseptic hand sanitizer were installed in the preschool educational institution. nine0009

    11. Mass events in the preschool educational institution with the participation of various groups of people are prohibited, as well as mass events involving people from other organizations.

    contraindications for staying in kindergarten.

    Thank you for your understanding and stay healthy! nine0009

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    Analysis of the summer recreational work of MDOU “Kindergarten No. 8” of the city of Yaroslavl for the 2020-2021 academic year

    Analysis of the summer recreational work of MDOU “Kindergarten No. 8” of the city of Yaroslavl for 2019-2020 for 2019-2020 year

    State status (type of educational organization): preschool educational organization.

    Orientation of groups:

    1st group – general developmental species;

    Group 1 – health-improving for children with tuberculosis intoxication;

    4 groups – health-improving for children with gastroenterological pathologies and cardiovascular diseases;

    8 groups – combined orientation with the presence of children with disabilities.

    Kindergarten goal : educational activities in educational programs of preschool education, child care and supervision.

    The subject of activity of the kindergarten : organization of public relations in the field of education in connection with the realization of the right to education, the provision of state guarantees of human rights and freedoms in the field of education and the creation of conditions for the realization of the right to education.

    Main directions of development and education of children:

    – physical development;

    – social and communicative development;

    – cognitive development;

    – speech development;

    – artistic and aesthetic development.

    Pedagogical principles of the institution:

    – the principle of humanization of the pedagogical process;

    – the principle of individualization, focused on the personality of each child. nine0016

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    Fun things to do for 5 year olds: The 4-6 Year Olds Must Do List

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    32 Fun Things to Do in Houston with Kids for 2022 (Family Friendly!)

    From housing one of the world’s most renowned opera houses to its close links with NASA, lovely Houston has quite a reputation, making it one of The Lone Star State’s busiest metropolitan cities as well as a major tourist draw.

    Downtown perfectly fuses the old and new, whereas a ‘Space 101’ awaits at NASA’s Space Center Houston.

    For a list of more fun things to do in Houston with kids, read on!

    1. Children’s Museum of Houston

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    Why You’ve Got to Go

    This museum has quite a noble beginning—the founding members of the museum were parents who sought to improve childhood development in the community, back in 1980.

    What to Do

    Check out the range of interactive exhibits.

    The Market is a play-area-cum-learning-center; there’s also another outdoor area with water pipes and toy boats for the tots to enjoy.

    For

    Ages 3 and up

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown

    2.

    Express Children’s Theater and Main Street Theater

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Both Express and Main Street Theater are among Houston’s best and most well-established theater institutions, known for their engaging and stimulating performances.

    What to Do

    Catch a performance!

    Express Theater and Main Street perform at many public venues in the city and also run a range of residencies and workshops for kids of all ages.

    Many are even free of cost.

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    All ages

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    3. Houston Zoo

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    This 55-acre zoo is home to over 6,000 animals representing 900 species; unsurprising then, it’s the country’s second-most visited zoo!

    What to Do

    The super-large elephant exhibit, the primate section and a section modeled after Texas’ wetlands are all must views.

    The lion exhibit is also pretty unique.

    There are also plenty of great places to grab a bite.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Wyndham Houston Medical Center Hotel and Suites

    4. Space Center Houston

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    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Home to over 400 artifacts, both permanent and traveling, this popular tourist spot documents, in detail, America’s journey in the Space Race.

    What to Do

    Check out the range of kid-friendly exhibits and extensive movie collections.

    Visitors also get a behind-the-scenes tour of the NASA Johnson Space Center, home to a host of historic moments in America’s space journey!

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Wyndham Houston Medical Center Hotel and Suites

    5. Houston Symphony

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    A Grammy-Award-winning orchestra, the world-renowned Houston Symphony performs at The Jesse H. Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, located in downtown Houston, the symphony’s seat since 1966.

    What to Do

    The symphony is one of the city’s most popular attractions for families, sweeping audiences away with their rich repertory of classical music.

    Dress up and catch a concert!

    For

    Ages 6 and up

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Hilton Americas – Houston

    Related: Free Things to Do in Houston, TX

    6. Houston Grand Opera

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Founded in 1955 by the legendary Walter Herbert, the Houston Grand Opera is one of the country’s most highly-acclaimed opera companies.

    What to Do

    A great option if you’re looking for things to do at night in Houston, TX; apart from an opera, guests can enjoy pre-performance lectures or enjoy discussions with the cast.

    For

    Ages 9 and up

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown

    Also See:
    Fun Things to Do in Dallas with Kids
    What to Do in San Antonio with Kids

    7.

    Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS)

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    Why You’ve Got to Go

    The HMNS is one of the most fun places to visit in Houston, having opened shop as far back as 1909, and is still extremely popular.

    What to Do

    Explore the extensive collection of skeletons, mineral specimens, space station models, and the fun planetarium.

    Tots will love the fascinating grasshopper clock at the museum’s entrance—the legs and seconds synchronize!

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Aloft Houston Downtown

    Related: Best Beaches Near Houston, TX

    8. Houston Arboretum and Nature Center

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    If you’re wondering what to do in Houston with kids, the 155-acre center that protects the native flora and fauna and educates visitors is an excellent choice!

    What to Do

    Walk the 5 miles of trails, enjoy the interactive exhibits at the Discovery Room, shop at the Nature Shop, and explore The Wildlife Garden and the Carol Tatkon Sensory Garden!

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria

    Related: Fun Things to Do Near Houston

    9.

    Miller Outdoor Theater

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    A must feature on your list of “things to do with family today in Houston”, this theater offers an outstanding range of culturally and artistically-rich concerts, plays, and shows for all ages.

    What to Do

    Catch a free performance during the theater’s free productions season, or take along a blanket and food for a picnic!

    You can also purchase seating.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Hilton Americas – Houston

    Also See:
    Family Things to Do in Fort Worth
    Things to Do with Kids in Austin
    Things to Do in Galveston, TX with Kids

    10. Discovery Green Park

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    An 11.78-acre public park that’s frequented by locals and visitors alike, Discovery Green has a little something for everybody!

    What to Do

    Enjoy free yoga classes, concerts, movie nights, storytime for toddlers, and open-air reading rooms.

    You can also rent games for use in the playground, or just laze about on the green—there’s free Wi-Fi too!

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: The Whitehall Houston

    11. The Chocolate Bar

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    The Chocolate Bar is as close to Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory as it gets; satisfy all those sweet cravings in this restaurant that pays tribute to all things chocolate.

    What to Do

    Dig into delicious cakes, cookies, pies, ice cream and the must-try ‘trompe l’oeil’ pizza, stock up at the traditional candy counter and enjoy live music and swing dancing on Thursdays.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown

    12. The Mad Potter

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    The Mad Potter is where you head for all things pottery related; this fun studio has on offer a ton of fun kids activities that will leave tots spoilt for choice!

    What to Do

    Choose your vessel, paint it, and take it home!

    The studio also organizes summer camps and painting parties for kids and adults (and for pets, too!).

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Aloft Houston Downtown

    Related: Best Things to Do in Houston

    13. The Health Museum

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    If you’re a family of science lovers, you’ll love the range of interactive exhibits that combine fun and learning.

    What to Do

    Tots can explore the human body in a hands-on experience involving actual organ dissections!

    The exhibits keep changing, so there’s always something new on offer.

    For an extra fee, tots can visit the cell lab and try simple, fun experiments.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Wyndham Houston Medical Center Hotel and Suites

    Also See:
    Corpus Christi Attractions for Kids
    Kid Friendly Things to Do in Amarillo
    Things for Kids to Do in Waco

    14. The Galleria

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    A near replica of the gorgeous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan, The Galleria is Houston’s largest and most popular answer to all self-confessed shopaholics!

    What to Do

    Check out the 400-plus stores and the full-sized ice rink—there’s also an excellent play area for tots.

    Refuel at one of the many eateries that include favorites such as The Cheesecake Factory and Chili’s.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Omni Houston Hotel

    15. Hermann Park

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Occupying nearly 450 acres of land in the heart of the city, Hermann Park is a free public space, even recognized as one of America’s best.

    What to Do

    Hermann Park has a range of fun activities on offer, such as the train ride along the Hermann Park Railroad, pedal boats on McGovern Lake, plenty of trails, and a lovely Japanese Garden.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Wyndham Houston Medical Center Hotel and Suites

    16. Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH)

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    The MFAH packs in over 6,000 years of history in its 64,000-plus pieces of art from 6 continents.

    What to Do

    View world-renowned artwork such as Monet’s Water Lilies, Glieze’s La Femme, and sculptures and paintings from the Roman period.

    Taking the 45-minute tour is the best way to cover all the highlights.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown

    17. Kemah Boardwalk

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    Why You’ve Got to Go

    60 acres of family-friendly fun awaits those who visit Kemah Boardwalk, where “the fun never stops”!

    What to Do

    Enjoy all-time-favorites such as the Ferris Wheel and Carousel or more adventurous rides such as the Boardwalk Bullet and Tower, as well as a rainforest exhibit and stingray reef, where visitors can touch and feed live stingray.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Boardwalk Inn

    18. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    A part of the MFAH, Bayou is the museum’s 14-acre facility that houses American furniture, paintings and decorative art.

    The building was once home to Houston philanthropist Ima Hogg.

    What to Do

    Open through the year, Bayou Bend offers a range of interesting activities to visitors, such as Family Days, Detective Days, history book discussions and a summer history camp.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Omni Houston Hotel

    Also See:
    Things to Do in Fredericksburg for Kids
    Kids Activities: El Paso
    Things to Do in Frisco with Kids

    19. Moody Gardens

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Moody Garden is an entertainment hub, with a humongous aquarium, a lovely botanical garden, 2 cutting-edge theaters, and a number of playgrounds and pools.

    What to Do

    Visit the 13-story Rainforest Pyramid to learn about the flora and fauna of Asia and Africa, the Discovery Pyramid for its 40-plus interactive exhibits, or take a private cruise on an 1800s paddlewheel boat replica.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

    20.

    Schlitterbahn Water Park

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    One of the top family-friendly hubs in the state, Schlitterbahn appeals to both the adrenaline junkies and the more sober of disposition, too.

    What to Do

    Ride the uphill Dragon Blaster water coaster, or catch lovely views of the park while riding the Soaring Eagle Zipline.

    You’ll have to navigate the park through its lazy river—quite a fun, unique feature!

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: The Resort at Schlitterbahn

    21. Houston Area Live Steamers

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Dedicated to live steam modeling, the Houston Area Live Steamers is “the” organization for free rides aboard steam engine and diesel model trains, along a 4,700-foot track.

    What to Do

    Take the Cypress Creek and Southern Railroad track for a scenic ride through the Northwest Harris County park, replete with miniature bridges and windmills.

    You can also picnic in Zube Park.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: The Westin at The Woodlands

    22. Old MacDonald’s Farm

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Old Macdonald’s is an activity center featuring a range of fun things to do, from mini-train rides to pumpkin patches to swimming pools to a petting zoo.

    What to Do

    Pet a range of animals including cows, sheep, emus and llamas.

    In addition to playgrounds and pony rides, there are slides for the young ones and a volleyball area for older kids.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Houston Intercontinental Airport East, TX

    23. Houston Urban Air Trampoline Park

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Urban Air is one of the city’s best indoor adventure parks, setting the stage for a day of family fun!

    What to Do

    There’s something for everyone here, from rope courses to tube playgrounds to climbing walls to a DropZone to plenty of trampolines to a tumble track and even dodgeball!

    There’s also a dedicated area for tots under 7.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston NW

    24. Buffalo Bayou

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    With multiple biking and walking trails, Buffalo Bayou Park is a great spot to breathe in the fresh air and get in some healthy exercise.

    What to Do

    Spread over 124 acres, catch lovely views of the skyline from here, in addition to enjoying the play area, displayed artwork and the live performances that take place.

    Pets are welcome here, too!

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown

    25. SplashTown

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    There are countless ways to hit the water in SplashTown, including jumbo slides and plenty of wading pools and tubes that would freshen up your kids on a hot day.

    The best part is that each ride or swimming pool is appropriate for different age brackets, so everyone in your family has something fun to do on a warm day.

    What to Do

    Try the 75-foot drop into a ginormous pool of swirling water in The Tornado, or the 5-story Texas Freefall for a serious adrenaline rush!

    There are also many family rides, such as a lazy river, and many kid-friendly eateries that make it a fun spot for your kids to enjoy in Houston.

    For

    All ages

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Hilton Americas – Houston

    26. Minute Maid Park

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    This huge stadium is a haven for any sports lover, and even if you don’t like sports that much, the high energy and delicious food here might just change your mind.

    Watching baseball on TV is different than in real life, and this is the perfect place to catch a home run live (you might even catch a baseball yourself from the game.)

    What to Do

    Watch and cheer for your favorite teams in baseball, grab a bite to eat, or explore the press boxes and scoreboard before a game if you have the star tour. The kids might want a hotdog or two, a box of popcorn, or a picture and autograph of their favorite baseball player after the game.

    For

    Ages 6 and up.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: JW Marriott Houston Downtown

    27. Cockrell Butterfly Center

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    The Houston Museum of Natural Science is directly next door to a glass-enclosed butterfly habitat that has a model rainforest and dozens of beautifully colored butterflies that are guaranteed to wow you and your children while also teaching them something new.

    Butterflies aren’t the only insects they feature here, and you’ll be surprised at how much you learn from the little crawlies you find here.

    The massive dome not only features insects, but so many different plants you and your kids can learn from (you might even learn how to differentiate a poison ivy from a normal vine.)

    What to Do

    You start the tour by sitting down and listening to a quick, informative, five-minute video before you go on ahead and explore by yourself.

    You can explore the Rainforest Conservatory, which is like a mini rainforest filled with different plants surrounding a 50-foot waterfall you’ll want to take pictures at.

    Then head to the Brown Hall of Entomology, which is where they house the different insects and butterflies, and a myriad of information regarding their habitats, what they look like as babies, and more.

    Finally, visit the Pollinator Garden, which is where you’ll learn about how butterflies and bees interact with flowers.

    For

    All ages.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection

    28. Toyota Center

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    This modern stadium is a colorful, cheery, festive place to cheer for your favorite teams and spend quality time with family. With all the lights, cheering, noise, and food; what kid wouldn’t be excited here?

    The Toyota Center is home to the Houston Rockets, a basketball team in the NBA, and even celebrities come by to watch basketball games between world-famous teams.

    Grab your popcorn, wear your team colors, and watch basketball and hockey games.

    They also hold concerts here, so you might just catch your favorite singer or boy band performing here. Just check their website for the schedules, and you won’t have to miss a single event.

    What to Do

    Grab a chicken tender and a drink of your choice while cheering with the crowd for your favorite team (or just go with the flow and enjoy the moments of victory). You might even get to meet your favorite basketball player after the game.

    As for the concerts, try to get front row seats so you can see your favorite singer or celebrity up close. Don’t forget to take plenty of pictures or videos to keep as memories.

    For

    Ages 3 and up.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton

    29. Rodeo Houston

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    This is an all-around rodeo and carnival your family could spend a whole day in, with excitement from different animals, rides, and rodeos all around. It’s both entertaining and educational, to say the least.

    Rodeo Houston isn’t just another rodeo, however. It’s also the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the entire world, and so if you’re interested in the elite breeds of horses and the likes, you’ll find them here.

    What to Do

    Take your kids to see the petting zoo, grab a bite to eat, have some laughs at the carnival portion, and watch the rodeo with a box of pizza.

    For

    Ages 3 and up.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

    30. The Hobby Center

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    This is a non-profit that showcases Houston’s best-performing arts scene alongside some of the biggest traveling Broadway hits, so if you’ve got a few singers in your family, you’ll want to sing along here.

    They have iconic Disney hits such as Winnie the Pooh and the Little Mermaid, as well as shows the older kids would enjoy more, such as Hamilton or the Wicked.

    Did we mention the views are also spectacular? This theater features 60-foot-glass walls with views of Houston’s great skyscrapers, so you can admire the bustling city after you exit one of their shows.

    What to Do

    What kid can resist a stage adaptation of Frozen or Wicked? This massive complex has two performance chambers, so if Elsa isn’t for everyone in your family, your group can still go to the same venue (and see different shows).

    For

    All ages.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: Club Quarters Hotel Downton, Houston

    31. Downtown Aquarium

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    An aquarium that holds 500,000 gallons of water and an entertainment complex that has carnival-style activities, an aquatic carousel, a café, and a Ferris wheel can be found here. It’s practically an underwater paradise.

    You’re going to need all your strength, plenty of water, and a thirst for sea creatures and adventure, because this place is a whopping six-acre of aquatic wonderland you’ll want to explore.

    They’ve got over 300 species of aquatic life from oceans all over the world, and the fact that your children can see it up close and personal is going to be a memory they won’t forget.

    What to Do

    A Shipwreck exhibit, a tropical rainforest, the Shark Voyage, and the Discovery Rig, which gives an opportunity to get a close-up experience with horseshoe crabs and stingrays, are just a few of the dazzling habitats and attractions that can be found at the Downtown Aquarium.

    Children will absolutely adore the Downtown Aquarium.

    For

    All ages.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: AC Hotel by Marriott Houston Downtown

    32. Brazos Bookstore

    Why You’ve Got to Go

    Books have always been an imaginary escape for children, and this is Houston’s premier locally-owned bookstore with a wonderful children’s section that has more than enough magic for their creativity.

    Even though this bookstore has been operating since 1974, the stories and poems are no less updated, and can expect to be up-to-date with the latest book releases still.

    What’s even more impressive is that you’ll find a huge selection of international literature, and it’s perfect for broadening your child’s horizons and perspectives on the world.

    What to Do

    In addition to housing a wonderful collection of books for kids, Brazos often hosts entertaining activities that are geared specifically for youngsters – there are story-times, author signings, book-themed parties, and more, which is perfect if you’re looking for fun things to do in Houston with kids.

    For

    All ages.

    Recommended Hotel Nearby: The Post Oak Hotel

    Map of Things to Do in Houston, TX with Kids

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    32 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Houston

    • Children’s Museum of Houston
    • Express Children’s Theater and Main Street Theater
    • Houston Zoo
    • Space Center Houston
    • Houston Symphony
    • Houston Grand Opera
    • Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS)
    • Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
    • Miller Outdoor Theatre
    • Discovery Green Park
    • The Chocolate Bar
    • The Mad Potter
    • The Health Museum
    • The Galleria
    • Hermann Park
    • Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH)
    • Kemah Boardwalk
    • Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    • Moody Gardens
    • Schlitterbahn Water Park
    • Houston Area Live Steamers
    • Old MacDonald’s Farm
    • Houston Urban Air Trampoline Park
    • Buffalo Bayou
    • SplashTown
    • Minute Maid Park
    • Cockrell Butterfly Center
    • Toyota Center
    • Rodeo Houston
    • The Hobby Center
    • Downtown Aquarium
    • Brazos Bookstore

    FAQ

    What Are The Best Things To Do In Houston With Toddlers?

    The Best Things To Do In Houston With Toddlers, Based On Family Destinations Guide Staff Recommendations, Are:

    • Children’s Museum of Houston
    • Express Children’s Theater And Main Street Theater
    • Houston Zoo
    • Space Center Houston
    • Houston Arboretum and Nature Center

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    What Are The Best Things To Do In Houston With Teens?

    The Best Things To Do In Houston With Teens, Based On Family Destinations Guide Staff Recommendations, Are:

    • The Galleria
    • Hermann Park
    • Museum Of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH)
    • Kemah Boardwalk
    • Moody Gardens

    Discover All The Teen-Friendly Things To Do In Houston On Family Destinations Guide

    What Are The Best Things To Do In Houston With A Baby?

    The Best Things To Do In Houston With A Baby, Based On Family Destinations Guide Staff Recommendations, Are:

    • Old MacDonald’s Farm
    • Cockrell Butterfly Center
    • Downtown Aquarium
    • Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
    • Discovery Green Park

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    What Are The Best Kid-Friendly Things To Do In Houston At Night?

    The Best Kid-Friendly Things To Do In Houston At Night, Based On Family Destinations Guide Staff Recommendations, Are:

    • Bowlmor
    • Huntsville State Park
    • Miller Outdoor Theater
    • Houston Grand Opera
    • Houston Urban Air Trampoline Park

    Discover All The Kid-Friendly Things To Do In Houston At Night On Family Destinations Guide

    What Are The Best Free Things To Do With Kids In Houston?

    The Best Free Things To Do With Kids In Houston, Based On Family Destinations Guide Staff Recommendations, Are:

    • Gerald D. Hines Water Wall Park
    • Hermann Park
    • Miller Outdoor Theater
    • Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
    • Houston Arboretum And Nature Center

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    70 Best and Creative Indoor and Outdoor Ideas

    The Best Ideas for Kids/Dream a Little Bigger

    The phrase parents dread the most comes in a short, two-word statement, but it packs a gut punch: “I’m bored.” Those words can come at any time, at any place, no matter how many toys they have or no matter what the screen-time situation is.

    But parents don’t have to fear boredom any longer with this list of the best activities for kids in 2022, meant to cut ennui off at the pass. Most of them only require materials that are probably already somewhere around the house (though you might have to supplement with a specific art supply or two). They’re designed to get kids to use their creativity and imaginations, or get them up and active, or have them practice certain skills like matching or memory or some combination of all of the above. But most of all, they’re designed to be fun, which means they’ll get so lost in their projects that they’ll forget they were ever at a loss for something to do to begin with.

    Not enough boredom-busters? If the kids in question are more into crafts than activities, we have suggestions for all kinds of crafts for kids in every season, including summer crafts for kids, fall crafts for kids and winter crafts for kids (and also projects for holidays like Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day). If they’re drawn more to the activities than the crafts, you can find more ideas for backyard games, at-home science experiments, learning activities for preschoolers, learning activities for toddlers, fun activities for toddlers and activities for 1-year-olds. No matter what they’re into, they’ll find something to amuse themselves.

    Avengers Bookmarks

    Crafts by Amanda

    Turn their love of superheroes into a love of reading with these clever craft-stick bookmarks. Just note that they work best with jumbo craft sticks. (Don’t worry if you can’t draw free-hand — the tutorial has patterns.)

    Get the tutorial at Crafts By Amanda »

    Bucket-List Wreath

    Design Improvised

    This is an activity that sparks ideas for future activities. The clothespins that make up this wreath have suggestions for fun days out written on them, like “beach day” or “go to the museum” — aka some “bucket list” items — and every time your family is staring down a day with nothing to do, you can always head over together and pick one out. Refresh the clothespins for summer vacation, for winter break or any other time you expect a lot of downtime.

    Get the tutorial at Design Improvised »

    Bubble Refill Station

    Hello, Wonderful

    Those bubbles? They run out in a heartbeat. By creating (and, if the mood strikes, decorating) a DIY bubble refill station, kids will have a useful work of art and a way to re-up their bubble solution supply without parental involvement.

    Get the tutorial at Hello, Wonderful »

    DIY Bath Bombs

    A Beautiful Mess

    Tweens and teens will love making their own homemade bath bombs (which is a great idea for a birthday party with a built-in favor). Once they’ve perfected the technique, they’ll love experimenting with shapes and fragrances.

    Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess »

    Felt Flower Bouquet

    Happiness Is Homemade

    The best thing about these felt flowers is they don’t require any sewing. Kids can use them to decorate their rooms, put in a pencil cup or use as a bookmark, but they also make good Mother’s Day gifts!

    Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade »

    Backyard Treasure Hunt

    Alice & Lois

    Give them early map-reading skills by giving them a homemade path to treasure or prize. Then, flip it and have kids make their own maps for you to follow.

    Get the tutorial at Alice & Lois »

    Pool Noodle Pom-Pom Launcher

    Kid Friendly Things to Do

    What do you get when you combine a pool noodle slice and a latex balloon? You get something that sends pom-poms flying across the sky! The poms are so soft, you don’t have to worry about damage as kids send them everywhere!

    Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do »

    Spider Web Search

    Jamie Reimer/Hands on As We Grow

    These kids were challenged with finding bug stickers hidden along the string web. Stepping in and around the web is great gross motor practice, and they were given a list of bugs to find, which also made it a matching activity.

    Get the tutorial at Hands On as We Grow »

    Finger Puppets

    Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

    There’s no sewing involved to make these fun finger puppets (but kids might need some help with the hot glue gun). Then they can make up their own stories and put on a puppet show.

    Get the tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom »

    Bath Paint

    I Heart Arts ‘n’ Crafts

    With just two ingredients, you can whip up some DIY paint that doesn’t stain bathtubs and rinses down the drain. Then your toddler artist will be so busy making a masterpiece that they won’t notice their hair being scrubbed.

    Get the tutorial at I Heart Arts ‘n’ Crafts »

    Craft Stick Trivia Game

    Dream a Little Bigger

    Kids will love answering (or even coming up with) the questions for this extremely portable game. Once it’s done, you can break it out while waiting for dinner, at a doctor’s office or anywhere else they might need to kill a few minutes. (Not a trivia fan? Don’t worry — the tutorial has plenty of questions.)

    Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger »

    Rainbow Walking

    Emma Owl

    This is the type of art project that also gets kids up and moving — a win-win. The developer of this craft even did another version on an apron as a gift for Granny.

    Get the tutorial at Emma Owl »

    Backpack Tags

    Handmade Charlotte

    Kids will be able to spot their backpacks a mile away when they have a personalized charm dangling from the zipper. They can also make some to give away to friends.

    Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte »

    Summer Fun Journal

    Makes and Takes

    The boredom-busting capacity of this homemade journal is two-fold: First, they get to make and decorate it themselves. Then, they can use it to record their best summer memories.

    Get the tutorial at Makes and Takes »

    Paper House Village

    Club Crafted

    If the kids have so many toys, they might need a whole village to roam around in — and this one can be made with colored cardstock (littler ones might have to lose some of the definition in the window panes if they are too young to use a craft knife, but squares work just fine). A rainbow of houses is certain to look great in a playroom. This one was created to be a holiday village, but without the festive elements it’ll just be a colorful town.

    Get the tutorial at Club Crafted »

    Sensory Sorting

    Jamie Reimer/Hands On as We Grow

    For this activity, two colors of buttons were placed in a storage bag filled with clear gel. Pushing the buttons into the proper spaces is a sorting activity, a color-recognition activity and a sensory activity all in one.

    Get the tutorial at Hands On as We Grow »

    Faux Flower Garland

    Mike Garten

    The secret to this flower garden is cupcake liners! When it’s done, kids can use them as garlands around their rooms, or as a summery table decoration for a party.

    To make: Have kids fold dyed cupcake liners in half and cut out petal and fringe shapes. Then fold a piece of floral wire in half and twist around the faux flower stamen. Poke the wire through the center of three to four paper liners. Finish it off by wrapping floral tape around the base of the liners and bringing it all the way down the stem.

    Melted Pony Bead Wind Chimes

    No Time for Flash Cards

    Kids love seeing the cause-and-effect, before-and-after of melting down pony beads into different molds. When they’re in a proper shape, the melted beads can be strung into wind chimes.

    Get the tutorial at No Time for Flash Cards »

    Fairy Leaf Puppets

    Willowday

    To start off this project, send kids off on a nature walk to have them gather materials and supplies. Then, they can unleash their creativity at home to make these beautiful puppets.

    Get the tutorial at Willowday »

    RELATED: Autumn-Inspired Leaf Crafts That Can Be Made with Real or Paper Leaves

    Pool Noodle Boats

    The Best Ideas for Kids

    When those pool noodles start to get worn out, give them a second life by cutting them into floating boats, decorated with straws and sails. The good thing is one noodle can make a whole fleet, which you can then sail in a bath or kiddie pool with small toys as the passengers.

    Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids »

    Colored Salt Art

    Buggy and Buddy

    With food coloring, salt and squeeze bottles, your family can hit the driveway, sidewalk or patio and make masterpieces inspired by artist Motoi Yamamoto. It’s the perfect upgrade when sidewalk chalk gets boring.

    Get the tutorial at Buggy and Buddy »

    Marbled Paper

    Studio DIY

    This is a fun activity that gives kids a chance to dig in their hands as they make art. Fill a tub with foaming shaving cream, add food coloring or paint on the tip, then swirl with a butter knife or stick, and when you lay a piece of paper on top, it comes away with a cool, marbled pattern.

    Get the tutorial at Studio DIY »

    Novelty Snow Globes

    Aww Sam

    With oven-bake clay, kids can put trendy items into globes and make a desk accessory with a cactus, donut, hot dog, pineapple or whatever they can imagine.

    Get the tutorial at Aww Sam »

    Sensory Bin

    SDI ProductionsGetty Images

    Fill a plastic tub with dry rice, raw pasta, Kinetic Sand or water beads, and let the kids go to town scooping, pouring and digging for little treasures you’ve hidden. These sensory bins expose them to different textures and helps them work on their fine motor coordination.

    Get the tutorial »

    RELATED: 13 DIY Sensory Bin Ideas to Get Kids Used to New Textures

    Orange Peel Bird Feeder

    Typically Simple

    Kids can whip up these bird feeders from birdseed, popcorn and an orange peel. When it’s hung, give them a sketchbook and some art supplies and see if they can draw and identify the visitors that stop by.

    Get the tutorial at Typically Simple »

    Ice Dye Hoodie

    Alice and Lois

    You’ve done tie-dying, now see what happens when you ice-dye your hoodies and tote bags. A project best attempted with older ones, ice-dying involves pre-treating fabric, then putting powdered dye on top of ice, which makes cool patterns when it melts.

    Get the tutorial at Alice and Lois »

    RELATED: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Tie-Dye Anything (and Everything) In Your Closet

    Paper Chain Wall Hanging

    White House Crafts

    We know tweens and teens love nothing more than personalizing their rooms, and wall art made from paper chains is a versatile DIY for these purposes. They can use the tutorial to get the rainbow pattern, or sketch out their own ideas on graph paper.

    Get the tutorial at White House Crafts »

    Color Scavenger Hunt

    I Heart Crafty Things

    Help toddlers learn to recognize colors by sending them off on a hue-based scavenger hunt. This can work as an indoor or outdoor activity — all you have to do is send them off with a sheet of colors, and they have to find nearby objects that match.

    Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things »

    RELATED: Creative Scavenger Hunt Ideas to Hone Your Kids’ Observational Skills

    “Space” Crayons

    Minieco

    There’s just something about sparkly crayons in made in celestial-shape molds that makes coloring time extra exciting. Plus, you make them with the ends of old crayons that kids never want to color with anyway!

    Get the tutorial at Minieco »

    Pool Noodle Obstacle Course

    Andrea Yi

    You don’t actually need to change into your swimsuit to have fun with pool noodles — you can use them to create obstacles that kids have to climb through, crawl under, balance on, or jump over.

    Get the tutorial at Raising Dragons »

    Jellyfish

    Craftiments

    Paper plates and yarn transform into these denizens of the deep. If you use glow-in-the-dark acrylic paint, you can even see their “bioluminescence” in action when you turn out the lights.

    Get the tutorial at Craftiments »

    Tattoo-Patterned Planter

    A Kailo Chic Life

    If you have a printer, you can get some printable temporary tattoo paper and use it to dress up old planters, mugs, pencil cups and the like. (And if you don’t have a printer, you can just use a lot of little, store-bought temp tattoos.) Tweens will have a great time finding patterns that match their bedrooms or school supplies.

    Get the tutorial at A Kailo Chic Life »

    Lava Lamp

    Aww Sam

    Lava lamps are back, baby, in a groovy new way. And if you want the homemade look, you can do it yourself with vegetable oil, food coloring and antacid tablets.

    Get the tutorial at Aww Sam »

    Fairy Bells

    Buzzmills

    Decorate twigs with embroidery floss, beads and jingling bells to add a bit of whimsy to your yard. Listen to see if the fairies come out to ring the bells.

    Get the tutorial at Buzzmills »

    Sun Print Leaf Art

    Design Improvised

    It’s an art project and a chance to brush up on their STEM skills all at once. Gather leaves or other interestingly-shaped natural materials on an outdoor adventure, and then use them to make prints on sun-sensitive paper.

    Get the tutorial at Design Improvised »

    “I Spy” Bag

    Six Sisters’ Stuff

    Transform a windowed pencil case into an armchair treasure hunt with this no-sew project. Fill the case with poly pellets to obscure the treasures.

    Get the tutorial at Six Sisters’ Stuff »

    Mini Lid Banjos

    The Craft Train

    These may not sound like the real thing, but they look adorable — and you can dress them up basically any way you want. They’re the perfect doll-sized instrument for a pretend band.

    Get the tutorial at The Craft Train »

    Friendship Bracelets

    Marisa Edghill

    These old camp crafts are back and better than ever. See if your fingers can remember how to make spiral staircases, chevrons, diamonds and waves, then teach your kids and let them pick their own color combinations.

    Get the tutorial at Omiyage Blogs »

    RELATED: Easy Friendship Bracelet Patterns to Dress Up Any Outfit

    Flight School

    Philip Friedman/Studio D

    These paper planes are perfect for kids — just fold and let your imagination fly. Increase the challenge by making some cardboard targets for the planes to fly through.

    Get the tutorial »

    Paper Bracelets

    Picklebums

    We love a two-for-one activity: First, paint abstract shapes with watercolors, and then have older kids cut the paper into strips and fold them into wearable art.

    Get the tutorial at Picklebums »

    Thumbprint Family Tree

    Philip Friedman/Studio D

    Get in touch with your roots via a hands-on genealogical project. Dot the print-out template with thumbprint leaves, then start mapping extended relatives galore.

    Get the tutorial »

    Felt Elastic Bookmarks

    Cutesy Crafts

    With bookmarks this cute, they might even be motivated to do more reading. You can whip these up in a snap with some felt, googly eyes, glue and elastic.

    Get the tutorial at Cutesy Crafts »

    Glowing Fairy Jar

    MomDot

    Glitter and glow sticks make it possible to “capture” a fairy and watch as her magic illuminates a colorful jar. Shake it up for some more magic.

    Get the tutorial at MomDot »

    Owl Puppet

    Merrilee Liddiard

    Handprint turkey, step aside: A new paper craft can rule the roost. Add string to the cup’s sides, and you’ve got yourself a feathered cap, too.

    Get the tutorial »

    Race Track

    Juliette’s Garden

    Take your washi tape stash to the floor to create a colorful, customizable race track for tiny cars — and a place to park them when playtime is over.

    Get the tutorial at Le Jardin de Juliette »

    Foam Paint

    Dabbles & Babbles

    This three-ingredient recipe is a little bit of art, a little bit of science. The paintable foam (which kids can pipe out of plastic bags) hardens overnight into super-cool, puffed-up masterpieces.

    Get the tutorial at Dabbles & Babbles »

    Temporary Tattoos

    Hello, Wonderful

    You can use printable tattoo paper to celebrate your kid’s love of doodling by making temp tats out of her own art. (And, go ahead: Let her put a few on you, too.)

    Get the tutorial at Hello, Wonderful »

    Glow Bubbles

    Paging Supermom

    Adding ink from a highlighter to some bubble solution makes bubbles that glow under a blacklight. Ready for some glow-in-the-dark fun?

    Get the tutorial at Paging Supermom »

    Polka Dot Slime

    Fun at Home With Kids

    Slime is the trend that’s never going away, and the only thing better than making a mom-approved mess is doing so with the extra fun of polka dots. (Can you guess what they’re made from? That’s right, more slime!)

    Get the tutorial at Fun at Home With Kids »

    Mini Volcanoes

    Momdot

    This explosive science experiment (disguised as permission to make a mess) is a lot more palatable when contained in a glass dish. Add food coloring for colorful lava.

    Get the tutorial at MomDot »

    Artsy Collages

    MollyMooCrafts.com

    It’s amazing how a piece of paper loaded up with watercolor doodles, stickers and pictures from thrifted design books becomes instant art when framed.

    Get the tutorial at Molly Moo Crafts »

    Window Art

    And Next Comes L

    Don’t worry — we’re not suggesting you surrender your patio doors to your kids’ artistic ambitions. This activity only requires transparency sheets and water, so it’s totally removable.

    Get the tutorial at And Next Comes L »

    Tissue Box Monsters

    The Best Ideas for Kids

    You probably have empty tissue boxes lying around the house already. When you’re done, use the extra pom-poms to “feed” the monster. Turn it into a minute-to-win-it game by seeing how many pom-poms players can toss into the monster’s mouth in 60 seconds.

    Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas for Kids »

    RELATED: Fun Things to Do at a Sleepover to Keep Them Busy All Night Long

    Story Stones

    Handmade Mood

    Take rock painting a step further: After the paint’s dry, the images on the stones become characters in a story everyone can tell together.

    Get the tutorial at Handmade Mood »

    Spiky Sponges

    Endlessly Inspired

    When skipping through the sprinkler loses its charm, pull out these homemade spiky sponges for a riff on water balloons that won’t cause bruising.

    Get the tutorial at Endlessly Inspired »

    Nature Craft Bugs

    The Craft Train

    Your kids can use things they find in nature to replicate what they see in the great outdoors. The secret to this craft is using a coat of Modge Podge to make the bugs shiny (and keep the leaves from drying out).

    Get the tutorial at The Craft Train »

    Tie-Dye Spin Art

    Mike Garten

    Transform your salad spinner into a carnival-style spin art machine. Just make sure you fill squeeze bottles with washable paint, in case splatters land outside the coffee filter canvases.

    Get the tutorial »

    Origami Frogs

    Itsy Bitsy Fun

    These paper frogs really jump! When the fun of folding origami frogs is over, extend playtime with sidewalk games to see which hopper can leap the farthest.

    Get the tutorial at Itsy Bitsy Fun »

    Fairy Garden

    Mike Garten

    To you, it’s just glitter; to them, it’s magical pixie dust. Sprinkle some over your pint-sized garden and wait for the fairies to come out and play!

    Get the tutorial »

    Outdoor Concert

    Fun at Home With Kids

    Thrift store finds become a backyard music station (and save your everyday cookware from your little maestro’s enthusiastic playing). With a few modifications, you can probably set up an indoor version of this one-man band wall, too.

    Get the tutorial at Fun at Home With Kids »

    Magic Bubble Wands

    Babble Dabble Do

    Fashion straws into 3D shapes for an activity that’s one part at-home science experiment, one part silly fun with bubbles. With practice, you can make square and triangular bubbles!

    Get the tutorial at Babble Dabble Do »

    Water Balloon Batting Station

    iCandy Handmade

    Because nothing says “summer” quite like a bucket of water balloons and America’s pastime. Play ball! (And get soaked!)

    Get the tutorial at iCandy Handmade »

    Skee Ball

    Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls

    Dump out the laundry baskets for an indoor arcade game. Launched off a cardboard ramp, plastic balls score major points with bored kiddos.

    Get the tutorial at Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls »

    Funfetti Play Dough

    Smart School House

    Skip the cupcakes and make this sprinkle-packed, two-ingredient play dough instead. The mixture is even edible (but nearly all sugar, so don’t turn your back on little ones for too long).

    Get the tutorial at Smart School House »

    Pool Noodle Water Wall

    Teaching Mama

    When they start using pool noodles as makeshift swords, tie the toys to a pegboard and hold a good, clean water race instead. Just be sure to keep the towels handy.

    Get the tutorial at Teaching Mama »

    Soap Boat

    I Heart Naptime

    File this under genius parenting hacks: A piece of rain gutter picked up at the hardware store becomes a slick racetrack when you add water and an adorable soap boat. All kids get to make their own flag!

    Get the tutorial at I Heart Naptime »

    Rainbow Bubble Snakes

    Housing a Forest

    In a bit of bubble magic, a dish soap solution morphs into a crazy-cool growing snake. Add some food coloring to watch the snake emerge in cool colors.

    Get the tutorial at Housing a Forest »

    Kiddie Car Wash

    Mom Endeavors

    The old backyard sprinkler gets a major upgrade with this kiddie car wash, which uses PVC pipes and a hose connector to become the ultimate backyard car wash. Your kids will have endless fun running between the sponges and pool toys.

    Get the tutorial at Mom Endeavors »

    Falling Leaves Snow Globe

    The Soccer Mom Blog

    Who says snow globes are just for the winter? Kids can make this autumn variety with foil leaves and glycerin, and then use it when they need a moment of calm focus.

    Get the tutorial at The Soccer Mom Blog »

    Dress-Up Mermaid Tail

    Ikat Bag

    You’ll probably have to help with the sewing on this one, but the kids can help design and craft their own slip-on, slip-off mermaid tail for pretend undersea adventures.

    Get the tutorial at Ikat Bag »

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    30 educational and entertaining games

    Every mother of a five-year-old often feels the same as the heroine of the cartoon “Go Monkeys!”. Preschoolers simply have inexhaustible reserves of energy that need to be directed in the right direction. As the well-known song rightly says, every small child must “run and jump, grab everything, kick with his feet, otherwise he will explode: bang bang – and he’s gone.” Therefore, we suggest that parents study games with a child of 5 years old – firstly, the baby will be busy with work, and secondly, it is in the process of playing that children develop and learn something new. In addition, joint classes contribute to the creation of close contact between parents and children. Time spent together is the best gift you can give your child. nine0003

    What kind of games for a child of 5 years to choose? If your kid is active and regularly puts the whole house on his ears, then dance or sports games will come to the rescue. Does your five-year-old like to sing, dance, and put on home theater performances? Here you need fun that will help develop creativity. Assiduous kids who love to think, read, learn, intellectual entertainment is suitable (for example, board games, games in English, psychological games, etc. ).

    Kidpassage will tell you what games parents should take into account with children of 5 years old. With our tips, every adult can easily entertain a bored child, teach him something new and just have fun together. nine0003

    Contents

    1. Games with a 5-year-old child at home together
    2. Games for children 5 years old at home
    3. Didactic games
    4. Music games
    5. Board games
    6. Games for a group of children aged 5
    7. Logic games
    8. Educational games
    9. Math games
    10. Christmas games
    11. Speech therapy games
    12. Attention games
    13. Role play
    14. Outdoor games for children 5 years old

    Games with a 5-year-old child at home together

    You don’t need a big company to have fun. There are many educational and interesting games for two. It can be a game of a mother with a child of 5 years old or joint activities of two children.

    Quiet games for two – checkers, chess, Sea Battle, Tic-Tac-Toe and more. However, it is recommended to alternate calm and active games, because children cannot sit still for a long time, they definitely need to move around, throw out excess energy. nine0003

    1. “Fish, birds, animals”

    Props : rubber ball.

    This is a game that is very similar to “Edible – Inedible”, but in a newer, unhackneyed interpretation. The leader throws the ball to the participant and says one word: “fish”, “birds” or “animals”. The participant must answer the corresponding name of the representative of the fauna. So, the leader says “fish”, the participant answers “pike” and returns the ball.

    2. “Sumo Tournament”

    Props : two large home t-shirts, rope, two pillows, two straps.

    This game is suitable for two children of about the same age. A rope is made into a circle, and with the help of pillows, straps and T-shirts, children turn into sumo wrestlers. The task of young sumo wrestlers is to push the enemy out of the circle.

    Interesting games for two at home are easy to come up with on your own: it can be tug of war, and basketball with a wastebasket and hand-made balls from A4 sheets, and entertainment with dressing up, and dancing. nine0056

    Games for children 5 years old at home

    Parents often have a question about what to do with their child at home. Bad weather on the street, holidays at school or quarantine in kindergarten – and now the baby is already bored in the apartment or entertains himself with gadgets. However, as soon as parents turn on their imagination and involve the child in the gameplay, boredom disappears instantly! Sofa cushions and blankets turn into a fairy-tale palace, a mop becomes a knight’s sword, and a house cat becomes a fire-breathing dragon. After a while, the laundry basket already turns into a basketball basket, and an old T-shirt stuffed with padding polyester into a soft ball, safe for mirrors and furniture. What to do at home with a child of 5 years old is not a problem for creative moms and dads! nine0003

    3. “Border on the castle”

    Props : blanket, soft toys.

    The room should be divided into two parts with a blanket – the “border”. On one side is the child, on the other is the parent. Each participant in the game has the same number of toys. On command, the players must transfer as many of their “shells” as possible to the side of the enemy.

    Important: use only soft toys (hollow rubber balls, balloons) to avoid injury, damage to furniture and mirrors in the house. nine0056

    4. “New life of old objects”

    Props : box or bag with various household items.

    Various items are placed in the box: cubes, a broom, kitchen utensils, pens and pencils. The child pulls out one item at a time and, together with his parents, comes up with how it can be used again. So, a broom can turn into a bouquet if you decorate it with beads and ribbons, and pots make good helmets for motorcycle racing. nine0003

    Didactic games

    Didactic or educational games are the main tool for kindergarten and primary school teachers, but parents can also use educational games to not only have fun, but also spend time with their children in a useful way.

    As a rule, educational games involve the use of various visual materials. These can be story cards, cubes with letters, numbers or image fragments, cards and much more. nine0003

    5. “Detective and robbers”

    One of the participants is assigned as a robber who needs to hide from the detective. The host should come up with some kind of detective story in advance. In order for the robber not to be seen through, he needs to properly disguise himself. The rogue leaves the room and changes something about his appearance, and investigators need to notice and point out these changes. The game perfectly develops imagination, associative thinking and memory.

    6. “True or False”

    The facilitator names different facts, some of them are true, some are not. If the children hear the truth, they clap their hands; if they hear a lie, they stomp their feet. To make it more interesting, facts can be thought up in poetic form, for example:

    • Daisies bloom in the garden in winter ( not true ),
    • The iron will iron your shirts ( true),
    • In winter, hares have black fur ( not true ),
    • The lion in Africa is the most cowardly of all ( not true ).

    Music games

    This category includes two types of entertainment – dance games and singing. Musical games are good because they allow you to reveal the creative abilities of the baby, as well as spend extra energy. Every hyperactive child will appreciate the fun, where you can dance to your heart’s content. nine0003

    7. “Invented song”

    Props : task cards, backing tracks of various melodies.

    Singing is a great way to cheer up, especially if you sing funny funny songs of your own composition. The child draws a card with a task written on it (“a song of a hungry wolf”, “a foreigner who does not speak Russian well”, “sad bells”, etc.). The task of the participant is to complete the task either to the backing track of a well-known melody, or a cappella, without musical accompaniment. nine0003

    8. “Aram-zam-zam”

    At the beginning of the game, the parent shows the movements:

    • “aram-zam-am” – claps on the knees, three times, with repetition;
    • “ghoul-ghoul-ghoul-ghoul” – rotations in front of the chest with arms bent at the elbows, clenched into a fist;
    • “arafik-arafik” – leaning forward with arms crossed on the chest, first from left to right, then from right to left.

    When the child remembers the movements, you can move on to the game. The essence of the game is to correctly repeat the dance when the song is turned on. The catch is that the tempo of the melody gets faster each time. nine0003

    9. “Guess the performer”

    Props : a record of songs performed by various cartoon or fairy-tale characters, and cards with images of these performers.

    This game perfectly develops the musical memory of five-year-olds. The rules are quite simple: the parent plays a fragment of a song from the cartoon to the child, and the child must choose an artist card. You can complicate the task and take songs and characters that are not familiar to the young player so that he can guess the artist according to the meaning of the song. For example, include a fragment of the song “Chunga-Changa”, which will correspond to a picture of funny little islanders. You can also let them listen to the line “And then my girlfriends are leeches and frogs,” and the child must guess that it is Vodyanoy who sings. nine0003

    Board games

    Properly selected board games may well replace full-fledged developmental activities. “Monopoly” will teach you how to count, “Scrabble” (aka “Scrabble”) – to compose and learn new words, “Alies” will pump up the acting abilities of children. First of all, board games help to improve mathematical skills, because in any game you need to keep track of moves and points earned. Not to mention the fact that this is an excellent training of perseverance, thinking and attention. nine0003

    Entertaining games in this category can be of different topics: about animals and plants, dinosaurs, fairy-tale worlds, connected with history or literature, etc. It is important to choose exactly the topic that the child is keenly interested in – then it will be much easier for him to learn the rules and join the gameplay.

    Tables also come with cards, chips, dice, puzzles. The simplest ones are “walkers”, where you need to roll a die and move a chip on the playing field for the number of steps that have fallen out. The most difficult type of board games are strategies, where you need to calculate your every move and think about what consequences it may have. Five-year-olds are also very fond of funny games, such as Twister. nine0003

    • DIY board games for children

    10. “Puzzles”

    Props : pre-prepared puzzle pieces.

    You can buy a ready-made puzzle, but it’s much more interesting to make it yourself. Parents together with their children can draw a picture on a sheet of cardboard, and then cut it into several parts, or approach the task more creatively and apply their own drawing: for example, on several ice cream sticks, pebbles, cotton pads, and so on. nine0003

    11. “Flea”

    Props : chips, coin.

    This is a popular game played by our mothers and fathers, grandparents. On the edge of the chip, the role of which can be played by a small stone, bean / pea, the player presses with a coin, as a result of which the chip bounces like a flea. The essence of the game is that as many player’s fleas as possible “jump” onto the opponent’s playing field. The playing field can be made from a box of chocolates by dividing it in the middle with a straight line. nine0003

    Games for a group of children aged 5

    Playgrounds, playrooms or parties tend to be crowded with children who also need to be organized and offered fun activities. Group games can be sedentary (quizzes, riddles, puzzles) or active (relay races, races). All children will definitely enjoy an exciting quest, which combines the moment of an intellectual game – the search for clues and clues, and an element of activity, because, as a rule, you need to run for clues. Five-year-olds love to compete, so you can offer them team games on the score. nine0003

    12. “Human knot”

    Children hold hands and, at the command of the leader, begin to get tangled without disengaging their hands. After the “Stop” command, the leader must unravel this human knot without breaking the hands of the participants. You can complicate the game and limit the time of unraveling. If the leader does not meet the deadline, then the children unhook their hands and rush in all directions, and the leader must catch one of the participants. Whoever falls into his hands becomes the new leader.

    13. Centipedes

    This is a fun game for a group of children. Participants line up and hold the one in front by the belt, thus forming a long centipede. At the command of the lead centipede, it must simultaneously perform the following tasks:

    • raise the right paws;
    • raise left legs;
    • run in circles;
    • move back;
    • catch your tail;
    • move forward by jumping.

    In addition, you can arrange an obstacle course for the centipede or blindfold the “head” – the one in front.

    Logic games

    Games for the development of logical thinking are held in kindergarten and primary school, some tasks parents can take on board and deal with the child on their own. No kid is born with the ability to think logically, this is an exclusively acquired skill that must be developed from childhood. In this, the association game, puzzle, matching, quiz will help teachers and parents. nine0003

    14. Trick problems

    To solve trick problems, children need to be attentive and use their imagination. Such tasks also teach that sometimes you need to deviate from the usual algorithm in order to find the right solution.

    Questions that can serve as an example of logical problems:

    • What is impossible to eat for breakfast? (lunch or dinner).
    • What is as big as an elephant but weighs nothing? (Shadow of an elephant).
    • The girl dropped her ring into the coffee, but the jewelry remained dry. Why? (Coffee was not a drink, but was in beans or ground). nine0012
    • What does half an apple look like most? (For the second half).
    • What invention allows you to see through walls? (Window).

    15.

    “Guess the object”

    The host hides a small object in his fist. The child must guess what it is by asking leading questions that can only be answered with “yes” or “no”. For each correct answer, the leader extends one finger until the whole fist is opened, or the child can simply guess until the end, until the answers lead him to a clue. nine0003

    The same principle can be used to play theme games and guess, for example, animals, fairy-tale or cartoon characters, etc.

    Educational games

    The main goal of cognitive games is to teach a child something new, to expand his knowledge about the world around him, to replenish his vocabulary. These can be games about dinosaurs, space, the world around us, seasons and much more.

    16. Orchard

    Props : images of fruit and forest trees, cards with drawings of fruits.

    The child needs to find exactly the trees that grow in the garden, and attach cards of the corresponding fruits to them. When choosing a tree, the child should pronounce its name and explain what helped him to recognize the tree (leaf shape, bark, fruits). Parents should be told how fruit trees differ from forest trees, what fruits can be seen on certain types of trees, and so on. nine0003

    17. “Professions”

    Children need to complete the poems:

    The pilot lifts the blue sky… (airplane).

    The roof is being painted before the children’s eyes… (painters).

    Every day a newspaper is brought to our house by… (postman).

    I have been treating dolls since morning, today I… (nurse).

    The facilitator should be told about each profession, you can ask the child what he knows about it.

    nine0008 Math games

    Useful mathematical games will strengthen the knowledge of oral and written counting among five-year-olds. Such fun will be an excellent preparation for school.

    18. “Missing number”

    Requisite : cards with numbers from 0 to 9.

    The leader lines up the numbers in a row, first hiding one or several. The task of the child is simple – to find out which numbers are missing in the digital series. You can lay out all the numbers correctly, then ask the child to turn away and remove one card or swap several cards. nine0003

    19. “Big construction site”

    Props : 2-3 toy trucks, bricks, “Lego” and other “building materials”.

    Invite your child to play builders. The truck needs to take 12 cubes to the construction site. All of them will not fit into one car, the child needs to find a solution to the problem (use two cars, each of which will have six cubes; also ask the preschooler the question: “And if you take three cars, how many cubes will each of them have?”) . nine0003

    In addition, you can perform various “building” tasks with the help of “Lego”. For example, build a tower with seven blue blocks and three red blocks, then add three green blocks and subtract one blue block, etc.

    New Year games

    New Year is the favorite holiday of all children. Every year, kids look forward to decorating a beautiful Christmas tree, hanging an advent calendar on the wall and counting down the days until Santa Claus arrives. But it is the parents, and not the fabulous red-nosed Grandfather, who give children a magical holiday. To make the New Year fun and memorable, you should carefully choose options for entertainment. It is recommended to alternate active fun and games at the table, dance competitions and quizzes. nine0003

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    20. “Dress up the Christmas tree”

    Props : bag, party paraphernalia, clothing elements, funny accessories.

    For this game, you can divide into two teams, then there will be two “Christmas trees” that you need to dress up. One participant from each team is designated as a “Christmas tree”, all other players take turns blindly taking one item out of the bag and dress up their “New Year’s beauty”. nine0003

    21. “Bring a snowball”

    Props : cotton snowballs, spoons.

    Guests are divided into two teams and lined up. Each first participant takes a spoon in his teeth, on which he puts a “snowball”. The player’s task is to run to the Christmas tree and back as quickly as possible, without dropping his burden, and pass the baton to the next participant.

    Speech therapy games

    “No detectives. No giggles, but short and clear: fifks! – a phrase from the work of V. Dragunsky “Deniskin’s story”, which became an aphoristic joke. But in every joke, as you know, there is a fair amount of truth. Indeed, many preschool children have difficulty pronouncing certain letters, and in fact, beautiful clear speech is of great importance in adulthood. Parents can help their child practice pronunciation, but turn speech therapy exercises into an exciting pastime. nine0003

    22. “Guess what sounds”

    Phonemic games help preschoolers to distinguish sounds by ear and, as a result, pronounce them more correctly. In addition, correct phonetic perception affects the level of understanding of what was said.

    The simplest version of the phonemic game is to choose a few objects that make sounds (squeaker toy, tambourine, pot lids, etc.). The child closes his eyes, and the parent uses one of these items, after which the kid must guess it. nine0003

    23. “Feed the kids”

    Props : images of the faces of a boy and a girl with slits in place of the mouth, cards with images of products and other items.

    Word games, as a rule, are aimed specifically at the development and correction of speech. The game “Feed the kids” also develops thinking. There are several options:

    • The host calls the letter, and the child must “feed” the drawn boy and girl with food that begins with it (for example, the letter “P”, products: fish, rice, radish). nine0012
    • The host says: “Feed Masha with bakery products, and Misha with meat products.” The child chooses products and at the same time says: “Masha ate a sandwich, and Misha ate a barbecue.

    The facilitator can also name the products (you can come up with a small poem from the names of the dishes), and the child must determine by ear which of the named products are among the cards given to him.

    24. Capricious doll

    The game is aimed at developing speech, gives children an understanding of what antonyms and synonyms are. The host invites the children to play with a capricious doll, which does everything the other way around, and even teases. The host says: “Doll, go to sleep, it’s already night outside the window!”, And the child answers for the doll: “No, it’s day outside the window!”; presenter: “Cover, otherwise it’s cold”, puppet: “No, it’s hot now!” nine0003

    Attention games

    Games like Spot the Differences, tasks where you need to remember the location of cards, search for errors and inconsistencies are excellent for developing attention.

    25. “Strange Beasts”

    The leader reads the story, the children listen attentively. As soon as the child notices inaccuracies in the narration, he immediately claps his hands.

    Example of a story:

    Once in a hot winter, a hare with a long fluffy tail and short ears decided to build a hibernation den for himself. He began to dig a deep hole and frightened off a fox, which was just nesting in a tree. Suddenly, a blue wolf jumped out at the hare, but the hare was not at a loss and decided to swallow it, then he grunted in fright and disappeared into the forest thicket. Then the hare picked up spruce branches so that he could sleep softly on them in the den. And all around – beauty: flowers bloom, butterflies fly, berries ripen, in a word – winter! nine0003

    26. “Repeat the route”

    The child is blindfolded and guided along an easy route. The task of the participant is to repeat this path as accurately as possible. The facilitator can give verbal prompts: “Three steps forward, turn right, four steps forward, turn left, etc.” In the future, the exercise is complicated by additional actions or obstacles. “Three steps forward, now step over the obstacle. One small step back, turn around and take two steps forward.” You can also give deceptive hints – for example, the leader says: “Turn right”, although there were no turns on the route to be repeated. The child should not fall for this bait. nine0003

    Role play

    Story games are of great importance in the development of five-year-olds, because it is through the game that children learn to interact in society. “Mothers and Daughters” shows the traditional family model, the hospital game illustrates the relationship between the patient and the doctor, teaches the rules of behavior in the clinic, and the kindergarten game can tell parents a lot about what happens to the child in the kindergarten group.

    What kind of theatrical games can be offered to a five-year-old? Lots of options! nine0003

    27. “Bunny’s Birthday”

    Props : toys, dishes (toy or disposable).

    Invite the child to imagine that the Bunny (or other toy) has a birthday today. He invited his friends, and now Bunny needs to set a table for them. Guests also need to follow the rules of etiquette during the feast and prepare a gift and congratulations for Bunny.

    During this game, preschoolers will learn the rules of courtesy, learn how to behave at a party and set the table, as well as expand their vocabulary (“name day”, “serving”, “service”, “meal” and others). nine0003

    28. “Flight into space”

    Props : illustrations of our planet from space, other planets and celestial bodies.

    Almost every preschooler would be happy with the idea of ​​going on a space trip. But to become an astronaut, you need to pass a medical examination, pass sports standards and learn a lot of important points (what is gravity, how astronauts eat, etc.). During the “space flight” the parent or leader talks about the planets, celestial bodies, galaxies. It will be even more interesting if the astronauts meet with aliens – invite the child to establish contact with the inhabitants of Mars or Venus and tell them about the Earth. nine0003

    Outdoor games for children 5 years old

    Every parent needs to know not only what to play at home with a 5-year-old child, but also how to entertain their child on the street. It is not enough just to bring the kids to the playground and leave them to themselves, you need to offer them examples of children’s games, tell the rules and maybe even take part in children’s fun.

    Some children’s games at the age of 5 are considered timeless classics and never go out of style. You can offer children entertainment from your childhood: “Classics”, “Rezinochka”, “Bouncer”, “Hide and Seek”, “Cossacks-robbers” and others. And you can also learn something new, parents are advised not to limit themselves to options from the past, but to regularly look for original ideas for games with a child of 5 years old. nine0003

    • Children’s outdoor play: 17 replacements for shooters, fighting games and arcades

    29. “Flight of the owl”

    Parent/facilitator – “owl”, child/children – “mice”. When the host says “Day”, the mice run and frolic, but as soon as the command “Night” sounds, everyone should freeze in random poses. At night, an owl comes out to hunt, the task of mice is not to move or make any sounds. To make the game more interesting, the owl may try to make the frozen mice laugh.

    30. “Museum of wildlife”

    Props : cards with the inscriptions “Grass”, “Earth”, “Tree”, etc.

    Invite the child to create a museum of wildlife and prepare interesting exhibits for this. The search for exhibits will be an exciting activity, during which the parent will tell the child a lot of interesting things about the world around them. When the exhibits are found, they need to be placed in the museum and put next to the corresponding card – this task is especially useful for five-year-olds, because usually at this age children learn to read. nine0003

    Tips for parents: words should be written in large block letters. You can also write them in certain colors: “Grass” – green, “Cone” – brown, “Sand” – yellow, etc.

    It is difficult to think of a more natural activity for a child than play. It is through the game that the child develops, learns the world around him and learns to interact with it, reveals his creative abilities. In addition, joint games with a 5-year-old child help create a warm, friendly atmosphere in the family. nine0003

    Time spent playing with a child is a huge contribution to a child’s development. If you want to be a friend to your child and gain his boundless trust, then do not underestimate the value of joint games. For more ideas, check out KidPassage’s article Playing with Kids at Home: 42 Fun Ideas. Have an interesting and exciting pastime!

    Educational games for children aged 5, online learning sessions. Tasks for training logic, memory and attention for boys and girls 5 years old. nine0001

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    Universal montessori school: Montessori Kids Universe | Pre-Schools

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    Montessori Kids Universe | Pre-Schools

    Welcome to

    Nurture | Inspire | Educate

    We are the premier international family of early childhood pre-schools serving infants through kindergarten. We proudly offer authentic Montessori pedagogy integrated with our proprietary DaVinci Kids enrichment curriculum. Our mission is to nurture, inspire and educate our children leading to a lifelong love of learning.

    The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six.

    – Dr. Maria Montessori

    DaVinci Kids

    Montessori Kids Universe family of schools strives to create an authentic Montessori and Reggio inspired environment by following the highest and best industry practices aligning with the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori, Reggio Emilia and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). It is a goal of every Montessori Kids Universe school to create a safe, nurturing environment that fosters independence, creativity and support for the whole child.

    Through our time-tested authentic Montessori curriculum, integrated with our Reggio inspired enrichment component; the child’s young mind ignites with creativity. Our children are free to make decisions through guidance from our nurturing teachers. Our proprietary enrichment curriculum; DaVinci Kids inspires children to explore the world through the arts and sciences. This time-tested approach instills a love of learning and independent thinking in our children.

    “It is not true that I invented what is called the Montessori Method… I have studied the child; I have taken what the child has given me and expressed it, and that is what is called the Montessori Method.”

    – Dr. Maria Montessori

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