There is just something about cooking over an open flame. One of my favorite camping activities we did in Girl Scouts was learning to make and then cook on a buddy burner stove. I couldn’t wait to try the activity with my own kids. Your kids will enjoy cooking outside as part of some […]
Fun Camping Crafts for Kids
Summer means more time outdoors and for many, camping trips. Whether you’re camping in the backyard, or traveling to somewhere new, you can get the kids excited about camping with these fun camping crafts. Planning a staycation? Check out these fun backyard day camp ideas as well. The tent and campfire crafts, as well as […]
How to Make a Solar Still — Simple Summer STEM Activity
Summer is the perfect time for some simple science experiments using the sun. After all, there are plenty of warm, sunny days ahead! There are so many fun solar science activities you can do with the kids. This solar still experiment is one of our favorite STEM activities for summer. Learning how to make a […]
Simple Cars Craft Inspired by the Movie
When it comes to crafts, there are so many fun kid craft ideas out there. The thing is, most of them just don’t excite boys. (Or maybe it’s that they just don’t excite MY boy.) He has always loved car crafts, and Lightning McQueen is his absolute favorite movie. This Disney Cars Craft is the […]
How to Make Scrumptious Solar Oven S’mores
S’mores are a quintessential summer camping treat. Now you and the kids can have that ooey-gooey, chocolatey goodness even when having a fire isn’t possible. Discover how to make a pizza box solar oven to cook these tasty treats. Making solar oven smores may become one of your favorite backyard summer activities. This summer STEM activity […]
