Everyone knows that when you pick your own berries – they just taste better! Now imagine the warm sun coming down on you and your children as you taste the strawberries you’ve just picked – how the warm sticky flavor hangs on lips and fingers. After strawberry picking, one of your little ones mentions they […]
On November 15, 1:00-5:00pm, is one of Houston’s best family events. At Bayou Bend, one of the Museum of Fine Arts house museums, is a free afternoon of activities, music, performances and tours! The gardens at Bayou Bend have trails that twist and turn and lead you to hidden seating areas and bridges. Walking through these is […]
If you are looking for fun in Houston, Discovery Green is a sure bet for good, kid friendly events. The Fall 2015 schedule is up and looks to be even better than last year! The highlights are below! Toddler Tuesdays: Tuesdays, 10:30am – September 1 through October 27 Story time and activities with your favorite […]
When I want my kids to go outside to play but they are complaining about the heat, we head to the nearest City of Houston Sprayground! These colorful splash pads have fun water features that the kids love. Whether they are creating games or imaginary worlds in the water or even if they are just […]
A few weeks ago, we were in winter clothes… now we’re preparing for weekends at the beach! Pack up your kids, swim suits… and appetites… and drive down to Galveston! After a morning of playing in the sand, here are 5 kid friendly restaurants that are perfect for your little beach-goers. 1. Cafe Michael Burger – 11150 […]
The weather is getting warmer and summer break will soon be here. Everyone knows that Galveston is just a short drive away and great place for a quick beach getaway…. but did you know about these 5 things to do that don’t fill your car with sand? 1. Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig Museum – Pier […]
From March 7-22, 2015, for 1 week each, Houston-Area school districts will be on break. Here are our top 6 picks for things to do for Spring Break in Houston! Houston Rodeo – NRG Park -March 3-22 Hands-On Houston – Houston Center for Contemporary Craft -March 7 FUNomenal Festival – Discovery Green -March 7 Musical Adventures of […]
Want to get the whole family together for a fun afternoon art project? I know during the winter it can be hard to find activities that are fun for the kids and keep everyone involved while it’s chilly outside. We found the perfect idea on Artful Parent, it’s an awesome DIY Picture Frame Wallpaper for children to express […]
If you’ve ever wondered where all of Houston’s drinking water comes from, you should consider taking a trip to the Waterworks Education Center. Located near the western shore of Lake Houston, the Education Center is adjacent to one of the city’s three water purification plants. Visitors aren’t allowed onto the grounds of the purification plants […]
This is a great impromptu activity to do with kids when you want to fit in a quick project, it gets everyone outside and it is fun for both kids and adults. All you need are some leaves, blank customizable cards with envelopes, (go for the sale bins at craft stores!) foam stickers, glue sticks, […]
