Grandma Fun

Grandma Fun features a multitude of ways to have fun with the grandkids. From games, to projects, to parties, to creating new family traditions, this section will engage kids and keep them looking forward to grandma (and grandpa) time.

Crisp Grandma's Peanut Butter Cookies cool on racks.

Grandma’s Peanut Butter Cookies

By Grandma Sandy | September 11, 2019

Kid-pleasing peanut butter cookies are easy enough for a three-year-old to shape and bake.

Get Kids Cooking–as Young as Three!

By Grandma Sandy | August 7, 2019

Kids as young as three can make deviled eggs for a tasty and healthy snack.

How to Make a Puppet with Magazine Cut-outs

By Grandma Sandy | July 31, 2019

It’s easy to make a puppet. Cut out magazine images, glue to cardstock and affix to toilet paper rolls.

A pretend cookie shop can be set up with homemade clay cookies, paper lollipops, and ice cream cones for hours of educational fun.

Learning Games: Start a Cookie Shop

By Grandma Sandy | July 10, 2019

Playing cookie shop is a fun and educational game where kids hone skills in presentation, listening and engaging with adults.

Even a two-year-old can get into water play. Bowls and other cooking utensils are fascinating for kids when they can fill them with water.

In Summer, Water Play is a Great Way to Cool Off

By Grandma Sandy | June 12, 2019

On hot summer days, send the kids out to cool down with cooking tools and jugs of water for endless “cooking” play.

LEGO party ideas include make LEGO-brick-shaped gummy candy

LEGO Party Ideas: Make your own Gummy Candy

By Grandma Sandy | June 10, 2019

Easy LEGO party ideas: Homemade LEGO-brick-shaped gummy candy sets the theme for a child’s LEGO party.