Amelia Eigerman
Amelia Eigerman grew up as the original “fun tester” for Mommy Poppins. Now, Amelia is a veterinary technician with a passion for helping humans understand animals a little bit better. They use their science background to write about pets, wildlife and the climate for both kids and adults.
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Looking for the best sewing machine for kids? How about kid-friendly sewing kits? There are lots of great options to choose from!
Sewing is both a fun and Earth-friendly skill for crafty kids of all ages to learn. Sewing allows kids to work on fine motor skills and flex their creative muscles. Plus, being able to patch a pair of pants or replace a button helps keep clothing out of landfills—especially when kids are older and not outgrowing items faster than they can wear them.
There are so many beginner-friendly sewing machines that it's hard to pick the very best sewing machine for kids. We've rounded up four great options, plus some awesome sewing kits for children. We've also shared some beginner sewing projects and tutorials to help your kids become expert stitchers.
Check out our Earth Kids Guide for more planet-friendly activities and habits for kids, from cardboard box crafts to eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas. And, sign up for our Earth Kids newsletter for more ideas and activities every month.
Family vacations are all about having fun and making memories together, and travel games are a great way to do just that. Whether it's car games to keep kids busy on a road trip, games for the family to play together at the hotel or rental home, or fun games to play at the pool or beach, the best travel games are compact, lightweight, and easy to toss into a carry-on bag.
Here are some of our favorite travel games for kids and families that are sure to bring the fun to your next family vacation, from card and puzzle games to more active pursuits.
If you've got some extra room in the car, you can add in some of the games on our list of the 100 best board games for family game night—some of them come in travel size! And if you're planning a road trip and could use a little extra help, our Ultimate Road Trip Guide for Families has you covered.
One of my favorite parts of going out to eat as a kid was doing the word searches on the placemats. (Is that a thing everywhere? And can I have free games with my dinner as an adult, please?) Printable word games and word search puzzles can give today's kids that same thrill without heaving to leave home.
There are tons of free printable word search puzzles and word games that will keep your kids entertained and using their brains. Whether you’re looking for car games for a road trip or you just want something to do on a rainy afternoon, we’ve got you covered with the best word search printable puzzles for kids of all ages.
If you're itching for more word games or printable fun, check out our lists of free online word games for kids to play together, games like Wordle for kids, and 100 free printable activities for kids. Our Boredom Busters for Kids Guide also has lots of great activities to cure the doldrums.
With wildfires becoming more frequent and threatening in recent years, it's important to know what to do to keep your family safe during a wildfire. If your family lives in an area prone to smoke or fires, it’s especially smart to be prepared. But even areas not directly affected by wildfires have been feeling the impact, as reduced air quality due to smoke has canceled youth sports, recess, and other outdoor activities throughout the US.
Because of the worsening climate-change crisis, wildfires will likely continue to be an issue in the future. So we’ve gathered resources on how to prepare for and manage the impact wildfires have on your kids, from how to talk about the scary stuff to what to put in your Go Bag. Plus, we have a few ideas about how your family can help out before and after a wildfire.
For more climate-conscious tips and tricks, check out our Earth Kids Guide.
Reef-safe sunscreen. What does that even mean, and what do you need to know about it? We all know it's crucial to keep kids' delicate skin protected. It can be hard finding a sunscreen that kids will tolerate having applied and reapplied—over and over and over. It can't burn their eyes or take too long to rub in. Also, it needs to be as good for the planet as it is for your kids. Hence, reef-safe.
Reef-safe basically means no chemicals that can damage coral reefs and marine life when they come off in the water. Because frankly, if it's not safe for the fish, it's probably not great for little humans. We researched, tested, and asked the experts, and these are hands down the best reef-safe and kid-friendly sunscreens.
After you're all sunscreen-ed up, check out our Ultimate Kids Summer Vacation Guide for some fun in the sun! And if you're looking for more eco-friendly tips, check out our Earth Kids Guide.
Foam parties are the newest way to totally crush the birthday party game. Forget having a pinata as the main event and blow everyone out of the water by turning your backyard into a foamy paradise. From foam machines to foam blasters, we put a range of foam toys to the test to discover the best way to throw an epic foam party.
For more sudsy fun, you can have a real bubble blowout by adding bubble guns and bubble toys to the foam party mix. And don't actually forget the pinata! We've got tips on making easy paper bag pinatas at home.
For more great outdoor birthday party tips, check out our article on outdoor birthday ideas for kids. It's all in our Birthday Party Guide.
Bubble guns are the best way to take your backyard play from fun to magical. This summer, water guns are out and bubble guns are totally in. From party-grade bubble machines that can crank out thousands of bubbles to adorable bubble toy wands for your toddler, we researched and tested all the best bubble guns and bubble toys so you can know which toys will keep playtime going all summer long.
Ramp up the bubbles with a great foam machine or foam toy. For more wet summer fun, check out our favorite inflatable pools & backyard toys, plus these cool water games for kids. For more ways to make this summer funner, check out our Ultimate Kids Summer Vacation Guide, packed with hundreds of things to do for kids of all ages!
Trivia questions for kids are a fun way to battle boredom, learn new things, and keep kids’ brains active. Whether your family is on a long car ride, stuck inside on a rainy day, or just in the mood for some friendly competition, trivia questions are sure to entertain and enlighten kids of all ages. Plus, your kiddos will have some interesting facts to share at school or at their next party.
Here are 100 trivia questions for kids, including everything from animal facts and history trivia to Disney and sports trivia. We made sure to provide the answers too, just in case you get stumped! Once you've gotten through this list, read up on our list of 75 Fun Facts For Kids, and then find more ways to keep idle minds busy in our Boredom Busters for Kids guide.
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