Keep Your Kids Busy and Worry-Free

by Christine Dvornik

family fun In a time of confusion and concern, it's important for the lives of young children to remain as stable as possible. Try these activities that will be a welcome diversion:

Kids Love Dinosaurs
Find out why kids love these prehistoric "lizards," and have some dino-fun.
Create a new species! Make your own Shoe-print-asarus.
Take the Who Knows More About Dinosaurs Quiz
Read a dinosaur tale or two
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Get Crafty
Try our favorite arts and craft activities.
Magical Butterfly Garden
Wax Paper Window Art
Amazing, Bending Wood
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Read a Book
Let your child's imagination soar with these top titles and matching activities.
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Olivia
Bud, Not Buddy
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Printables
Find creative ways to keep your kids busy -- print out these fun activities!
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Dinosaur Maze
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Who's the Family Quiz Whiz?
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Do You Scream for Ice Cream?
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The A.K.A. Name Game
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