1. Top 10 Wooden Toys & Gifts for Kids

   Wooden toys are classic for a reason: They're made to last, and built to inspire a child’s imagination. At Melissa & Doug, wood is in our roots! Our first hit product was the Fuzzy Farm wooden puzzle, and we continue...

2. 7 Sidewalk Games for Kids

   These sidewalk games and activity ideas are provided by special Guest Blogger Julie Kieras from HappyStrongHome.com. Looking for a fun outdoor activity? Sidewalk games are a classic (no cost!) activity all kids can enjoy on their own, or with friends! Here...

3. Screen-Free Week: Our Favorite Screen-Free Ways for Kids to Play

   Here at Melissa & Doug, we’re celebrating Screen-Free Week (May 6-12)!  We see Screen-Free Week as a great time to assess the quantity and quality of our children’s play. How can we encourage kids to gravitate to active, engaged types...

4. How Play Can Help Get Kids Moving

   Welcome to February — cabin fever time! This is when I hear from the parents of my patients that their kids are antsy, cranky lumps on the couch. It’s cold outside in many parts of the country and kids (and...

5. Top Gardening Sets for Kids

   One of the best activities you can do as a family is gardening. It not only gets you and your kids outside and active, it gives you a chance to appreciate nature from a whole different perspective. Outdoor Fun Countdown:...

6. Top Toys Every Grandparent Should Have

   Whether you’re a grandparent who provides child care on a regular basis or one who sees the grandkids a couple times of year, it’s important to have a select number of engaging toys on hand when they come to visit....

7. The Best Drawing Pads For Kids To Bring Imagination To Life

   Painting and Drawing Bring Imagination to Life Painting, drawing, and coloring let your child bring their wildest, most creative imaginings to life on paper. We all love seeing the final results, but let’s be honest: the mess and cleanup can...

8. Earth Day Activities for Kids

   Happy Earth Day! At Melissa & Doug, we take our commitment to sustainability seriously. Want to do your part at home to help protect the planet? Here are some eco-friendly activities you can take on as a family — for...

9. Fun Activities for 1-Year-Olds

   Melissa & Doug's Favorite Activities for 1-Year-Olds We all remember our pre-teen and early teen years as an awkward stage in life. But what we don’t remember is how confusing and exciting being a 1-year-old was like. At 1, kids are...

10. 5 Ideas for the Best Indoor Playdates

    Are you getting ready for winter’s long haul, trying to come up with creative ways to keep your kids entertained while they’re indoors? Hosting playdates can be a great solution. Playdates for toddlers and kids provide opportunities for little ones...

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