Activities & Crafts

What causes the leaves to stay green in those spots?

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?

Cheese Stuffed Shells … Chaffles (Cheesy Waffles) … Haystack Casserole … Pumpkin Pie Squares

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