Activities & Crafts

I thought I could be an explorer—from my own backyard. But first, I got lost.

Let’s try a few fun water projects.

Explore water’s cohesion and adhesion!

Learn how to make your own natural checkerboard!

Did you know that hummingbirds could live right in your backyard? With a little effort, you can make a special place for them!

“Thank you, Mom. That was fun. Now our little friends will have lots of different snacks to eat, and we can reuse the pinecones all winter long!”

If you enjoy watching House Wrens or have a problem with wrens nesting in your bluebird boxes, this birdhouse might appear attractive to them.

Learn how you can imbed a moment of nature in a plate!

You have tasted sodium chloride (table salt), but have you ever seen any salts under a microscope?

View the full issue in the Magazine Archive Photo © Dana Atkinson. Grandma got more than she bargained for when she brought in some greenery for Christmas. You might get some surprises too if you have any natural greenery in the house this winter—you know, those...

Our Favorite Breadsticks . Ham and Bean Soup . Chai Snickerdoodles . Maple Vanilla Pudding

Bran Muffins … Cold Brew Coffee … Krispie Cookies … Chopped Italian Sliders

Swiss Tuna Melt…Taco Chicken Bowls…Mocha Cheesecake…Pretzel Buns

Try these homemade seasoning blends!

Zucchini Bake … Barbecue Sauce … Homemade Soft Pretzels … Homemade Twix Bars

Poor Man’s Steak … Fried Rice … Coconut Bread … Bruschetta

Hoagie Pizza…Lemon Ice Cream Dessert…Alaska Brownies…Chewy Peanut Butter Bars

Asparagus Quiche…Fresh Lemonade…Prune Cake…Buttermilk Icing

Rocky Mountain Chicken…Pink Cream Soda Punch…Crunchy Crisp Cookies…Cornstarch Pudding

Cheesy Chicken Casserole…Cheesy Sausage Casserole…BBQ Corn Chip Salad…Protein Balls