Early Rider Balance Bikes
It seems like every preschooler we know has some version of the balance bike, and for good reason. These pedal-less bikes are a safe way for kids to teach themselves to balance and self-correct at the...
Posts tagged “outdoors”
Urban Camping
The weather may not give us another chance this year but we've had urban camping on our minds. It's a great Friday or Saturday night "getaway" that doesn't require any travel time....
Fugle Swing
Depending on where you live, it may be a bit late in the year for swinging, but it's never too early to get a jump on the next swing season, right? To get you started, industrial designer Christina Fe...
Playgrounds from the '70s
Hanging out in local playgrounds is pretty much a daily event for me and my kiddos. We try to mix it up by visiting different parks, but there's a certain ho-hum sameness to the new-but-slightly-unins...
What To Do This Weekend: Make Villa Villekula
We must have Pippi on our minds this week. If our post on Pippi bedroom accessories got you reminiscing about this beloved characters, maybe you want to head outdoors for one more summer project...bu...
Inspiration: Treehouse Made from Salvaged Materials
When it comes to treehouse design, anything goes, which means endless creative opportunities, especially if you've made it a side project to collect nifty salvaged materials for years, like designers ...
How To: Kids' Wagon Cover
Do you have fond memories of summer days being pulled around town in your Radio Flyer wagon? Or were you instead reluctant to climb into a scorching hot metal chariot? Making a wagon cover will ke...
Look! Improv Water Table
It's been a relatively mild summer here in New York, but the last few days have been hot, hot, hot. Left to my own devices I would be splayed out in front of our a.c. all day long, but my 14-month-...
Have You Heard of: Letterboxing?
We were intrigued. Apparently it's a practice that began in England in 1854 when a national park guide left his calling card in a bottle and invited those who found it to leave theirs as well. It's ...
Do Active Children Sleep Longer?
Although it's somewhat counterintuitive, new parents are told (and eventually come to experience and believe) that an overtired baby or infant won't sleep well. We can't tell you how many times we'...
Chicago Botanic Garden Kids' Site
Yesterday over on the Chicago site, we talked about quick escapes to your local botanic gardens. At a recent stop at the Chicago Botanic Garden we noticed how kid-centric this place could be! Along wi...
What To Do This Weekend: Breakfast Alfresco
Evening campfires are nice as are picnics at the park, but there's something really refreshing and different about eating your breakfast outside. If you have a porch, a yard, or a balcony, let the ki...
Family Adventures at L. L. Bean
A surprising discovery from L. L. Bean (nope, not clothing, camping gear or backpacks): More ideas for family outdoor excursions and escapes similar to those featured by Budget Travel. While not offic...
How To: Tie the 10 Most Useful Knots
If you're looking for a quiet activity to keep the kids busy around the campfire on your next camping trip, we suggest playing to their fascination with knots. Not only is knowing your way around a pi...
Roundup: 5 Fabulous Flashlights For Kids
We mentioned earlier that one of our favorite parts about camping was the new stuff you received in preparation for your adventure! One of our all time favorite things while camping was our flashli...
qb Playhouses
"Choose, build, play!" That's the motto of Netherlands-based company design firm qb. (FYI, we think it's pronounced "cube".) Their innovative process lets children design their own play house - choosi...
BoysAlmanac.com
Getting kids outside, keeping them active, engaged and connected to nature is a topic we like to visit and revisit here at Ohdeedoh so we were really interested to come across BoysAlmanac.com: One Y...
Treehouses by Worapong Manupipatpong
"Smallness is probably the spatial quality that reminds us of childhood nostalgia when we can access most of the small spaces in our home. We can no longer play under the table, hide behind the couch,...
How To: Create an Outdoor Theater (on the Cheap)
Drive-in theaters were on the wane even during our childhood, but we still nostalgically recall our family visits. These days, you may be hard-pressed to find a drive-in in your area, but it's still p...
Etsy Find: Zaza Baby Hammock
In our travels around hotter parts of the world, we've often admired the swings and hammocks parents use to nap their babies and toddlers outdoors. If you've ever considered creating a cool daytime na...
Coco Hut
Ready for another darling playhouse? We recently spotted the Coco Hut designed by Gert Eussen. ...
Limbo Kits for Kids
Limbo is one of those semi-embarrassing things for adults that kids seem to love. For luau-inspired summer parties, a kid kit sized right will mean you won't have to join in. We narrowed down five of...
Outdoor Table and Benches from KidKraft
If you're looking for sturdy contemporary outdoor seating that won't break the bank, look no further. Made of solid wood and designed for ages 2 to 6, this set includes a table, pair of benches, and U...
Reader Project: Little Teepee
Reader Jamie sent us an e-mail, "I thought you might like this little project I just completed for my 16 month daughter. It doesn't really fit into the recent Great Outdoors theme but it still says su...
Miniature Garden Resources and Inspiration
A few months ago we were excited about this amazing miniature garden and we've been on the lookout for other mini-landscapes ever since. Whether you're enamored with miniatures or have limited or n...
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