CBC Parents: Top 10 Activities Of 2015

Looking for an activity that's guaranteed to keep kids busy? Try one of these simple and easy activities — our most popular of 2015!

10. DIY Wildflower Seed Bombs

Get ready for spring with seed bombs! These make great gifts for friends and are perfect for a fun afternoon of mucky, earth-minded fun. Instructions > 

9. Printable Map Of Canada Puzzle

Help kids learn the provinces and capitals with this super-cool printable map puzzle. Print >

8. Freeze Balloons To Make Cool Rainbow Orbs And Sculptures

Bring colour to the deep freeze of winter with beautiful coloured ice orbs—perfect for creating towers, animals and more. Instructions > 

7. 3 Sensory Bins For Open Ended Play

Create simple sensory bins for preschooler play! Here are three basic bins, plus ideas on how to customize so kids can play for days. Instructions >

6. Stale Bread Birdfeeders

Use up old bits of bread and feed the birds with this cute activity. Instructions >

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5. Math Game: Cute Counting Snowman

Learning to count has never been so cute! Try this adorable snowman counting activity. Instructions >

4. How To Turn Dried Up Markers Into Watercolour Paints

Save tons of money by making your own liquid watercolours from dried up markers. Instructions > 

3. Printable Autumn Scanveger Hunt

Kids can explore the outdoors and sharpen their observation skills with this easy autumn scavenger hunt. Print >

P.S. There's a winter version too! Print >

2. Art + Science = Salt Glue Watercolour Experiment

Kids of all ages are fascinated by the beauty of this simple project. Instructions >

1. Cookie Cutter Birdfeeders

Make bird feeders in any shape with the help of your favourite cookie cutters. Instructions >