The Weekend Digest
Hello, Modern Parents! Spring is in full swing and so is the planting, the cooking, and the creating. Here are four picks to fill the weekend with intention and a little bit of fun.
Start a Family Garden Together
Late April is the sweet spot for planting almost anywhere in the country. Spring gardening with kids is easier than you think — even a single windowsill pot of herbs builds patience, healthy eating habits, and a real sense of pride. Our beginner-friendly guide walks you through the easiest first crops, kid-sized tools, and how to keep little hands engaged past day one.
Read the full guide →Sheet Pan Veggie Fajitas
One pan, twenty minutes, and a pile of bright spring peppers — this is the weeknight dinner we keep coming back to. The veggies get smoky-sweet in the oven, the kids build their own wraps at the table, and there is almost nothing to clean up. Smart-shortcut tip: warm the tortillas while the pan is in the oven so everything lands at the table at once.
Get the recipe →An AR Drawing App Worth a Look
If your kid would rather draw than do almost anything else, ArtEasy is the AR app to know about this spring. It uses augmented reality to project a step-by-step sketch onto real paper, plus 500+ templates and AI-generated outlines for any subject your child can dream up. Our review covers what it does well, where it falls short, and the best age range to start.
Read the review →Reset the Mudroom Before May Hits
May means muddy shoes, sports gear, and the sudden return of three water bottles per kid. Take fifteen minutes this weekend to do a “spring swap”: swap winter boots out, label a hook for each child, and add a small basket for sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat right by the door. Future-you, walking out to a soccer game on a Tuesday morning, will be very grateful.
Thanks for reading The Weekend Digest.
See you next Saturday — until then, enjoy the spring.
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