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Activities for Ages 3-5

 
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BIG Birthday Fun!

Discover Clifford activities and printables to enjoy anytime.
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Play the games with your child.
Cool Off With Books Read "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom" together and extend the learning by making these delicious pops.
Preschooler Printables Make learning fun with these free printables for your preschooler.

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Arts

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Bathtub Body Paint
Easy-off paint adds a new twist to playing in the tub.
The Good Helper Book
Create a homemade book to help your child feel special about the jobs she does each day.

Reading & Writing

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Dad-Owned Companies Inspired By Kids: Animal Alphabet Flashcards
by Megan Hess
This Father's Day, we're celebrating dads who started businesses based on gaps in the market — which their children helped them realize.
The Power of Story Time
Don’t hesitate — reading together is one of the best ways to spend time with your tiny tot.
Reading to a Restless Toddler
Keep reading with toddlers, even when they have trouble sitting still.
Read With Me!
Savor special story times — they are good for you and your kids.

Math & Science

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Warm Weather Fun
Keep your child exploring and playing all summer long.
Let's Get Rolling
by Ellen Church
An afternoon of well-rounded fun is headed your way.

Holidays & Seasons

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Crafting an Adorable Mushroom Costume
Help create a mushroom costume for your little one with these 5 easy steps.
Mystical Books
Take your child to a world of fantasy with these mystical books.
Happy Halloween!
Try these tools and tips for a sweet, safe, and not too-scary holiday.
Parent Guide to Winter
Find indoor and outdoor activities, book lists, printables and more to keep your kids learning all winter long.

Cooking Activities & Recipes

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Chocolate-Almond "Piggy Puddles" (The Piggy in the Puddle)
by Regan Burns
After reading "The Piggy in the Puddle," try making this delicious chocolate treat.
10 Ways to Teach the Alphabet with Food
Turn your kitchen into a letter-learning lab: teach your child his ABCs by filling his tummy!

Outdoor Activities

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Fun-in-the-Sun Activities
Take learning on the road or makes discoveries right in your backyard. These ideas will help your child explore, learn, and play all summer long.
Outdoor Exercise Idea: Family Hikes
by Jeff Alt
Hiking is a great way to burn off energy on the weekends. Try these simple games while you walk to keep their brains busy, too.
3 Fun Outdoor Games for Kids
by Stephanie Cajigal
Sneak some exercise into their lives with games that include a healthy dose of running.
Warm Weather Fun
Keep your child exploring and playing all summer long.

Playing with Baby

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11 Ways to Entertain a Baby and Toddler

More Activities

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Skill-Boosting Board Games
by Teri Cettina
Sharpen your kids’ smarts with these top picks. They’re good for bonding over, too!
Road Trip Bingo
Create your own bingo cards to pass the hours on the road.
Help Your Child Be a Team Player
Encourage cooperation and sharing with these activities that tap into teachers' tried-and-true strategies.
Messages in Balloons
The whole family will love the unexpected fun of this activity.

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