Most teens look forward to summer with delight, and then spend the whole summer complaining that they are bored if you don't fill their every moment. Of course, no parent should have to entertain a teen all summer, but it is wise to come up with a few great things for the teen to … [Read more...] about Hello Mother, Hello Father: Ideas for Your Teen’s Summer Camp
Fun Activities
Get Your Children Outside and Moving with a Swing Set
When it comes to outdoor play equipment, nothing compares to the thrill of a jungle gym. No matter what the season or climate is, kids love being outside and engaged in active play. Climbing to the top of a slide, swinging across the monkey bars or scaling walls made of ropes and … [Read more...] about Get Your Children Outside and Moving with a Swing Set
Using Halloween Candy in Math Projects
While for children and adults alike the highlight of Halloween just may be the candy you may be surprised to learn that there is a practical side to the candy gathering as well. If you are a parent trying to help your child develop better math skills or a teacher who would like … [Read more...] about Using Halloween Candy in Math Projects
Five Movie Night Snacks to Try This Fall
It’s fall; the leaves are changing, the temperature is dropping, and there’s no better time to carve out an evening with your family, a great movie, a pile of blankets, and some delicious snacks. While we’re all guilty of reaching for what’s easiest, check out these fun, filling … [Read more...] about Five Movie Night Snacks to Try This Fall
Some Pitfalls of Playgroups
Kids love to play with other kids, and moms are always up for talking to and getting to know other moms better, especially when they do not have a lot of interaction with other adults during the day. Thus, the birth of playgroups. Playgroups offer a chance for kids to socialize … [Read more...] about Some Pitfalls of Playgroups
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