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Why Your Family Should Eat Together: 2 Critical Reasons
Many families have gotten away from the tradition of sitting down together for breakfast in the morning, lunch at midday, and dinner every night. ...
3 Ways to Plan Family Activities
Work, school, extracurricular activities, screen time, and daily routine tasks pull families in all different directions. Trying to come together is like herding cats. ...
Family Hiking 101
You don’t have to trek hours into the woods lugging a backpack and camping supplies to reap the benefits of hiking. Hiking and walking ...
5 Great Reasons to Read to Your Kids
In a recent survey, one in three parents said that they read bedtime stories with their children every night. However, over half the parents said ...
Family Fun Card Games Everyone Can Learn
If you’re looking for a way to get the whole family together and make it enjoyable for all, then a game night is for you. ...
5 Activities to Help Moms Bond with Their Teen Daughters
Busy lives and typical teenage behavior sometimes make it difficult to find quality time to spend with your teenager. Yet while their behavior may say ...
8 Tips for Getting Your Kids Out Into Nature
Between television, the Internet, computer games, and afternoons filled with enrichment activities, kids have more reasons than ever to stay indoors. Richard Louv, author and journalist, ...
No Cost, Fun Summer Activities for the Whole Family
Although you may not be able to afford a summer vacation this year, there are many low-cost, fun summer activities for the whole family. Here ...
Fun Independence Day Games
Independence Day will be here before you know it, and your children may be looking for fun outdoor games to play. These fun 4th of ...
Fun Summer Ideas for Kids: Reading
As kids look forward to the last day of school, teachers remind their students to read at least 25 books over the summer. While this ...
Suggestions for Making Picnics More Fun
Summertime is for picnics in the park or on the beach. Forgetting to pack essential items can ruin your day. Here are some tips for ...
Hobbies are Healthy
Hobbies benefit children in many ways. It gives a child an opportunity to express themselves, and it allows them to discover themselves and build self-esteem. ...
Healthy Eating Starts at Family Meals
All parents want their children to grow up to be fit, healthy, and strong. One way to ensure their well-being is to encourage your teenager ...
Ice Skating with Your Kids 101
Families that play together stay together, or at least that’s how the saying goes. If you take some time to have fun together, it can ...
How to Scrapbook with Children
Scrapbooking is a favorite pastime for moms the world over. It is a great way to create keepsakes for family and friends. Why not introduce ...
Miniature Golf – Fun for the Whole Family
Families these days seem to be drifting apart at an alarming rate. Parents often work overtime or have more than one job just to make ...
