First Birthday in December
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
Tag: outdoor play
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Hot Surfaces at Summer Parties: Checking Mats, Slides and Pavement Before Little Feet Do
Surfaces in direct sun can get hot enough to hurt small hands and feet. Here is how to check mats, slides, pavement and play equipment, and how to keep them comfortable all afternoon. Read more
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A Spring Nature Scavenger Hunt for Little Explorers
A scavenger hunt for children under five is about noticing, not finding hidden things. Here is how to make a picture list, decide what gets collected and run it as a slow group walk. Read more
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Bubbles: The Simplest Party Activity and How to Do It Well
No party activity delights toddlers for less effort than bubbles. Here is how to choose between wands, machines and giant bubbles, mix a stronger solution and use them at the right moments. Read more
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Setting Up a Mud Kitchen Station at an Outdoor Party
A mud kitchen gives children the deep satisfaction of making a mess with purpose. Here is how to build one from kitchen castoffs, place it well away from the play area and run the cleanup station. Read more
