Housebound? Make a seed tape with children (or one for yourself) by Vicky Spelman

Making a seed tape is easy and a great way to plant seeds, especially little seeds like carrots.  In the photo, a paper towel was used but you could also use toilet tissue or newspaper.  You can make the strips as long as you want but shorter strips are easier to work with and handle.

Housebound? Seed starting ideas to do with children by Vicky Spelman

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What about starting some seeds?  You probably already have DIY containers that can be utilized.  

Seeds will germinate in just about anything as long as it holds soil and provides adequate drainage.