1. 7 Sidewalk Games for Kids

    These sidewalk games and activity ideas are provided by special Guest Blogger Julie Kieras from HappyStrongHome.com. Looking for a fun outdoor activity?  Sidewalk games are a classic (no cost!) activity all kids can enjoy on their own, or with friends! Here...
  2. Ice Cream Shop Chalk Play Set

    Create countless scenes with colorful chalk in "sweet" ice cream shapes! Draw, trace, and stamp chalk designs with chalk cupcakes, cookies, birthday candles, frosting, donut, jumbo sticks, and more! The vibrant colors in this deliciously adorable 33-piece play set are...
  3. Ice Cream & Cake Chalk Set

    Create countless scenes with colorful chalk in sweet dessert and cool ice cream shapes! Draw designs with chalk shaped like cupcakes, cookies, ice cream cones, birthday candle, and an ice cream cookie sandwich! The vibrant colors in this deliciously adorable...
  4. Sweet Shop Chalk Play Set

    Create countless scenes with colorful chalk in "sweet" dessert shapes! Draw, trace, and stamp chalk designs with chalk cupcakes, cookies, birthday candles, frosting, donut, jumbo sticks, and more! The vibrant colors in this deliciously adorable 33-piece play set are perfect...
  5. The Great Outdoors: What Kids And You Get Out Of Nature

    Making Outdoor Play a Priority  As families make plans for summer, it's worth reflecting on the benefits of playing outside. "Getting outside to play is good for children's health on so many levels," said Sally Goza, MD, FAAP. "Children play...
  6. Ice Cream Pretend Play Toys to Keep Kids Cool This Summer

    Happy National Ice Cream Day on July 16! There’s no better way for kids to beat the heat in summertime than cooling off with a delicious ice cream treat. But even in summer, it’s not wise to eat ice cream...
  7. 35 Ways to Bring More Screen-Free Fun to Your Child's Life

    Melissa & Doug marks its 35th anniversary this year, and in honor of that noteworthy milestone, we’re celebrating throughout 2023 in all kinds of ways! As champions of open-ended, imaginative, and screen-free play for babies, toddlers, and kids since the very...
  8. 52 Fun & Easy Play Ideas for Screen-Free Week or Any Week

    If you’re concerned about your child’s screen time, consider going on a digital retreat with your kids during Screen-Free Week (May 6-10). Screen-Free Week is a non-profit advocacy program that promotes the idea that families should find time to dream,...
  9. Top Birthday Party Themes for 3-Year-Olds

    Parents planning a birthday party for their children generally fall into one of two distinct categories: “Can’t wait to do it!” versus “Can somebody else do it?” But party planning for kids’ birthday parties doesn’t have to be a stressful...
  10. The Ultimate Melissa & Doug Father's Day Daddy-Daughter Playdate!

    When I was a kid, we celebrated Father’s Day by leaving dad alone. Don’t get me wrong—we woke him up at 5 a.m. with homemade breakfast in bed (that he graciously choked down), showered him with DIY gifts we’d made...

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