Watch one of these super inspiring how-to videos on how to build different nature-based structures, including igloos; then challenge kids to build their own.
Or, easier still, get out all the blankets and pillows, offer your dining room chairs as structural support, then let kids have at it building an indoor fort.
Diana Cherry is a local writer and activist. She's written for Hello Darling, The Creative Mama, Nourishing Moms Naturally, Milkmakers and more. She currently works for The Who We Are Project. She lives in Woodinville with her partner and four kids.