My kiddos love “Little House on the Prairie”. When it comes to television entertainment, I am always cautious about what my children are watching. I relax when I hear the “Little House on the Prairie” theme song and see Laura Ingalls skipping through the fields as they start to watch the next episode. These timeless…
Little House on the Prairie Family Fun
Laura Ingalls Wilder’s stories show us the value of family togetherness. This Family Fun section brings you games, activities, party ideas and more inspired by Little House on the Prairie. Browse all the Lifestyle articles in this index.
Covered Wagon DIY Inspired by Little House on the Prairie
“Everything from the little house was in the wagon except the beds and tables and chairs. They did not need to take these, because Pa could always make new ones.” Little House on the Prairie I’m not sure what it is, but there’s just something about covered wagons that naturally draws children in. With a…
Wooden Peg Dolls DIY Inspired by Little House on the Prairie
“She went past the willow valley and played in the prairie grasses among the black-eyed susans and goldenrod.” On The Banks of Plum Creek There is something timeless and quaint about homemade peg dolls. With no moving parts or batteries, they’re the perfect toy for the fully imaginative play that is so important in early…
Six Can’t Miss Things to Do and See in De Smet, South Dakota
In my younger years—with no husband in sight—I joked that whomever I married must be willing to take a honeymoon trip to all of the Little House sites. When I did find my own “beau,” he was, ironically, a farmer—quite a foreigner to this suburban Boston girl. Although love was the catalyst for relocating from…
Doll Tea Party Plus Make Your Own Slate DIY
“The doll was sleeping there in the box. Nellie lifted her up, and her eyes opened wide. They were big blue eyes. She seemed to laugh.” On the Banks of Plum Creek The Little House books were some of my favorite books to read growing up. I would devour each book, ready for the next…
Prairie Dresses and Bonnets for Girls and Adults
“Every seam must be exactly right before Ma would let her make another, and often Laura worked several days on one short seam.” On the Banks of Plum Creek With the so many country-style fabrics available at your local fabric shop, it’s now possible to make some beautiful prairie dresses and sunbonnets that look authentic…