With oranges at their seasonal peak, and kids reaching peak March Break boredom, why not combine the two with these sunny citrus popsicles? If you don’t have popsicle molds, small paper cups are the next best thing.

For most Canadian families, March weather is kind of the worst. (Not a word about your cherry blossoms, Victoria B.C.) To help your indoor-bound kids take a screen break, here’s a lineup of activities with little to no extra supplies necessary—open mics, fashion shows, tie-dying parties and more.

We know, we know—no one wants winter food anymore. But in this budget-friendly recipe, the pressure cooker magically transforms chicken thighs and drumsticks into an irresistible stew with pillowy dumplings. Call it the swan song of the season.

From Fudgy Beet Brownies to Fried Pickles, there’s just enough weird and wacky in this collection to delight kids while also helping them expand their culinary horizons. And if they’re avoiding March Break homework, these projects step in with reading, following instructions, understanding fractions, fluid dynamics and kitchen safety.

With the kids home all week, plus the added pressures of work and seemingly endless winter, we figure a curse word or two may have escaped your mouth. Here, we dove into what experts have to say about swearing in front of kids.