A blog about creative thinking, games, education, parenting, and other crazy that pop up in daily life.

more fun ideas that celebrate creativity and the process of experimenting.

my favorite ways I have found to have fun and build friendships in a distanced environment.

Everyday is “National Puzzle Day” at Solving Fun

I’m thinking about board games, card games, and mind games. Games made specifically for fun and challenge.

Cards are easy, screen free ways to interact with others, they distract from boredom, and often twist your brain and spark a few laughs.

These games were submitted based on how much strategy they included, and also how much fun they are.

Puzzling for me is that breakthrough moment when you get that last idea that makes everything make sense.

a place for kids to share their excitement about puzzles, activities, and games.

Set reachable goals and focus on success (even if the milestones are small). Make a big deal when kids persevere and find success

I hope to do some fun things with them (and away from screens as much as possible).

Not being able to travel doesn’t mean the whole family can’t have fun together, though!

There were so many books that I wanted to buy. With winter break approaching, I know it will be nice for the kids to have some books to read

There are so many wonderful products out there and with the convenience of online shopping, it should be easy, but it can be overwhelming.

While I have enjoyed solving jigsaw puzzles my whole life, I have finished more than I can count since March of this year!

I received a lot of feedback after my post “10 Family Games to Add to Your Collection” and decided to share my favorite drawing games

Apparently, virtual museum tours and field trips have been around for years, but I never even thought about visiting online. I’m pretty...

Believe it or not, the game “Scrabble” is about much more than just finding long words.

I’ve never heard anyone say, “Mom, can I please help with the laundry?” or “Would it be ok if I do all the dishes tonight after dinner?”

I’ve always gravitated toward puzzle-type activities to encourage that thinking because, I’ve known it is good for kids’ brains and hearts.

...fun alternatives to trick or treating that we can try so that we can still connect and celebrate with friends...