Things to Do Outside

Real things to do with your children outdoors — what you need, what to expect, and what’s actually happening out there.

Put Up a Bee House

Ages 5–10 · An afternoon to set up, then five minutes a week · Low mess

Late winter to early spring

A solitary bee house is one of the few outdoor projects where a child can do most of the work and something wild actually shows up. Here's how to put one up so it helps bees instead of harming them — what to buy, where to hang it, and what to do when nothing moves in.