Solving Fun Shares

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

Collaborative Creative Thinking: How did you do that?

Mar 3
2 min

Collaborative Creative Thinking: How did you do that?

We use the term “creative thinking” a lot in our work. As puzzle makers, my partner, Marcy and I have to be creative in our day-to-day...

Hillary Miller

Sep 30, 2022
2 min

Bloom’s Taxonomy: How do puzzles fit?

I recently facilitated curriculum planning with a group of middle school science teachers. We used several resources for this planning...

Marcy Tivol

Mar 5, 2021
2 min

4 Creative Cooking Projects with Kids

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

5 Ways to Celebrate Friendship with Kids this Valentine’s Day

Hillary Miller

Feb 5, 2021
2 min

5 Ways to Celebrate Friendship with Kids this Valentine’s Day

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

National Puzzle Day: Celebrating our Favorites!

Marcy Tivol

Jan 27, 2021
2 min

National Puzzle Day: Celebrating our Favorites!

Everyday is “National Puzzle Day” at Solving Fun

Hillary Miller

Jan 21, 2021
4 min

Card Games to Keep Kids Entertained

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

How to Teach Perseverance: 8 Strategies for Kids That Give Up

Hillary Miller

Jan 4, 2021
3 min

How to Teach Perseverance: 8 Strategies for Kids That Give Up

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

Fun (Low to No Cost) Activities to Do With Kids During Winter Break

Hillary Miller

Dec 21, 2020
2 min

Fun (Low to No Cost) Activities to Do With Kids During Winter Break

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

Marcy Tivol

Dec 11, 2020
2 min

8 Great Social Games to Play Virtually

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

Hillary Miller

Dec 3, 2020
3 min

Books That Make Great Gifts for Kids

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

10 Gifts on Grandchildren's Wish Lists (ages 7-11)

Marcy Tivol

Nov 23, 2020
3 min

10 Gifts on Grandchildren's Wish Lists (ages 7-11)

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

Hillary Miller

Nov 16, 2020
3 min

My Favorite Jigsaws for Kids & Adults

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

7 Fun Art & Drawing Games That Don’t Require Drawing Skills

Marcy Tivol

Nov 9, 2020
3 min

7 Fun Art & Drawing Games That Don’t Require Drawing Skills

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

Art Museums I Love & Can Visit Virtually

Hillary Miller

Nov 2, 2020
3 min

Art Museums I Love & Can Visit Virtually

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

Scrabble-type Word Games Build Math Skills! Really?

Hillary Miller

Oct 26, 2020
3 min

Scrabble-type Word Games Build Math Skills! Really?

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

Marcy Tivol

Oct 19, 2020
2 min

How to Organize with Your Kids' Help

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?”

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Solving Fun Shares

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