Marisa Manuel 
Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, party, or general get-together, you’re going to need some games to keep your guests entertained. And if you’re hosting an especially large group of people, you’ll want games that everyone can play. There are dozens (if not hundreds) of options to choose from, including kid-specific games, season-specific games, and classic …
As sweet and innocent as they can be, all kids have a naughty, playful side. Sometimes, it can be fun to encourage that side, and a good channel for unleashing their playfulness is through pranks. Of course, you’ll want these pranks to be safe, and there’s no room for mean-spiritedness! A good prank should leave …
The leaves are changing color, the weather’s turning chilly, and your kids are getting restless. You know what that means — it’s time to start planning some fall activities for kids. Immediately, hayrides or apple picking might come to mind, but hayrides can be expensive, and you might not live near a corn maze or …
Ghosts, scarecrows, and skeletons—oh my! With Halloween right around the corner, it’s time to pick out decorations to make your yard the spookiest on the block. From pumpkin patches to mini-cemeteries and haunted houses, there are dozens of Halloween yard ideas to get others into (or possessed by) the Halloween spirit. Whether you’re on a …
When school’s out and the weather’s hot, the best way to cool down is by tossing around some water balloons. Water balloon games are easy to plan, require few materials, and can lead to hours of fun. Some of these games are even educational, useful for athletes, and easy to arrange for parties. That’s why …