Use an Old Spoon to Make a Homemade Fishing Lure
Snag the big one with this DIY fishing lure.
Hobbies & Projects
Hobbies, projects, art and crafts. Get science project ideas, fun kids projects and great activities to do with children.
9 Pinewood Derby Photo Contest Entries You Have to See
The major thrills of Pinewood Derby come from a celebration of all things Cub Scout, like friendship, leadership, and learning. That’s why we want to recognize nine
5 Fun Backyard Games
Summer is for outside, and these fun games are just the things to get you out there.
How to Make a DIY Chess Board
Challenge your friends on this awesome DIY chess set.
How to Make An Authentic Native-American Arrow
Make history when you make an arrow the way Native-Americans did long ago.
Build a Giant Wood Block Game
Challenge your friends and family with this giant version of a classic game.
100 Fantastic Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2016
Here are some of the best Pinewood Derby cars of 2016 sent in by Boys' Life readers.
How to Make a Rustic USB Drive Case
Add a touch of nature to your USB drive with this DIY case.
How to Build a Balance Board
This easy-to-build training gear will prepare you for rocky trails.
How to Build an Igloo
A brilliant use of engineering and resources, this simple dome made out of snow blocks is both strong and versatile.
How to Make a Rustic Twig Table
With a few tools and some twigs and branches, you can make this durable rustic table today.
How to Make a Platform Bird Feeder
This simple bird feeder makes an ample platform for serving a flock of seed eaters.
How to Build a Step Stool
If there is something too high to reach, this stool can help.
Make a Weather Barometer
Make a barometer to give you a heads-up about weather conditions.
Build a Log Cabin Birdhouse
Attract birds to your backyard with this fun and stylish log cabin birdhouse.
Make a Twig Picture frame
You can build this picture frame with materials found around the house or yard.
How to Maintain Your Motor
Whether it's powering a sports car or a lawn mower or a go-cart, here's how to keep your engine running year after year.
Use an LED Light to Make a Firefly Lantern
Want a natural nightlight? Use an LED light to catch some fireflies and make a firefly lantern.
Make a Pencil Holder From Household Materials
Store pencils, markers and brushes in this handy DIY pencil holder.
Use Nature to Make 8 Unique Gifts for Mother’s Day
Show your mom just how great she is by making her a gift inspired by Mother Nature herself!
How to Make a Tetrahedral Kite
Learn to fly! Build one of these simple kites and reach for the skies.
Build a fishing rod rack
Organize your fishing rods by building this simple wooden rack.
Pinewood Derby Workshop Honors Late Scout Leader
A Personal Tragedy Felt By the Whole Community In the days before Christmas, Cub Scout Pack 22 in Whitman, Massachusetts lost a long time Scout leader and volunteer to a
Amaze Your Friends with These 4 Awesome Magic Tricks
Learn how to do four magic tricks with the help of our video tutorials.
Sportsmanship is the Real Winner at Pinewood Derby
In some ways, Pinewood Derby can be disappointing for young, hopeful minds and hearts, especially considering the fact that most of the racers don’t end up technically
How to Make a Classic Diamond-Shaped Kite
A diamond-shaped kite is easy to fly and will fly even in low wind speeds. Here's how to make one with newspaper.
Build a beanbag toss game
Recycle old pallets and pants pockets to make this fun lawn game.
How to Build a Little Free Library
Use recycled materials to make a tiny neighborhood library where people can borrow, return and/or donate books.
Make a Clock out of Flatware
Tell time with a homemade clock built with forks and spoons.
Catch a Snowflake and Keep It Forever
Find out how to preserve fragile snowflakes so you can study or admire them anytime you wish.
How to make a homemade Off-Shore Battle game
Charge up your power drill, sharpen that saw and make this cool custom-made Off-Shore Battle game.
100 Books That Every Kid Should Read
Boys' Life has provided more than 100 years of great reading. Here are 100 other titles that every kid should read.
How to Carve the Perfect Pumpkin
World-class pumpkin carver Farmer Mike shows you how to carve a creative jack-o'-lantern.
How to Make a Wooden Key Folder
Keep your keys organized with this handy wooden folder.
How to Make Twig Pencils
Twig pencils are fun, easy and cheap to make. And the expressions on your friends’ faces when you start scribbling with a stick will be writetious!
6 Weird Science Experiments
Have fun with the wacky world of science. Try these simple experiments.
How to Plan a Photo Scavenger Hunt
Use a digital camera or camera phone to create a trail of photo clues for your friends to find.
100 Movies Every Kid Should Watch
The first movie appeared just a few years before the first issue of Boys' Life. Since then, there have been a lot of great ones. Here are 100 movies that every kid should see.
How to Do 5 Awesome Yo-Yo Tricks
Watch as an expert demonstrates how to do five yo-yo tricks.
Build a Scout Law Ladder
This folding Scout Law ladder can be displayed at meetings, outings or any other Scouting events.
4 Fun Sports For the Great Outdoors
No referee? No sports field? No problem. We've adapted these four sports so they can be played almost anywhere.
How to Draw Cartoon Dogs
A professional illustrator shows how to make your penciled puppies come to life.
Build a Miniature Golf Course in Your Backyard
You can build your miniature golf course with any available combination of bricks, wood, aluminum siding, whatever works.
How to Find Fossils
Sometimes a rock's just a rock ... and sometimes it's a fossil. How can you tell the difference?
How to Make a Wooden Kazoo
Not only are kazoos fun to play, they're easy to build. Here's how to make one.
Build a recycled robot
Use recycled materials to make a GISMO 5 remote-controlled robot.
Make a Water Drop Microscope
With just a few common items from around the house, you can make a simple microscope that's straight out of history.
How to make a wooden periscope
Building a periscope is easier than you might think. Here are plans for a wooden periscope that is perfect for secret agent work.
Make a Leather Flag for Your Patrol or Den
Show off your knot-tying skills with this flag for your patrol, den, pack or troop.
Conduct 7 Sweet Candy Experiments
Candy isn't just a sugary treat. You can learn something by using it in some fun science experiments.