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1. Fun Family Outdoor Activities When You're on a Budget
[MOMS]
If times have been better financially and you're staring spring in the face with a house full of kids wondering what on earth you're going to do with them on your days off, don't worry. There are plenty of things you can do that don't have to break the bank and your kids will have a great time. Here are some fun family outdoor activities to get you started. Local Fun Check your city newspaper for listings... Read More
If times have been better financially and you're staring spring in the face with a house full of kids wondering what on earth you're going to do with them on your days off, don't worry. There are plenty of things you can do that don't have to break the bank and your kids will have a great time. Here are some fun family outdoor activities to get you started. Local Fun Check your city newspaper for listings... Read More
2. Outdoor Fun with Bubbles
[MOMS]
For many kids, summer fun just wouldn't be fun without a big outdoor bubble party! But before you go out and buy a pricey bubble-blowing machine, why not give making your own bubble formula a try? It's cheap, easy and may even make bigger bubbles than the storebought kind. You just need three ingredients: water, dish soap, and glycerin or corn syrup. You may have to do a little experimenting based on your water type, climate and how long... Read More
For many kids, summer fun just wouldn't be fun without a big outdoor bubble party! But before you go out and buy a pricey bubble-blowing machine, why not give making your own bubble formula a try? It's cheap, easy and may even make bigger bubbles than the storebought kind. You just need three ingredients: water, dish soap, and glycerin or corn syrup. You may have to do a little experimenting based on your water type, climate and how long... Read More
3. Teaching Kids to Love Reading
[MOMS]
During the summer, the familiar refrain of "I'm bored!" might waft through the house every so often, especially when it's too hot or rainy to go outside. But aside from catering to your child's every whim and becoming his or her entertainer, what can you do to help them keep their sanity - and preserve your own, too? Try getting them to read more. Older kids may have the responsibility to do summer reading as a part of the school... Read More
During the summer, the familiar refrain of "I'm bored!" might waft through the house every so often, especially when it's too hot or rainy to go outside. But aside from catering to your child's every whim and becoming his or her entertainer, what can you do to help them keep their sanity - and preserve your own, too? Try getting them to read more. Older kids may have the responsibility to do summer reading as a part of the school... Read More
4. Best Backyard Toys
[MOMS]
Having a bored child around the house is no fun for anyone. Kids have so much to entertain them these days that boredom doesn't have to last for long, but it's wise to look closely at what kinds of entertainment children are consuming. The most popular diversion for children is electronic entertainment like video games, online gaming, social networking, television, and movies. While these tech toys are fun and can provide some intellectual... Read More
Having a bored child around the house is no fun for anyone. Kids have so much to entertain them these days that boredom doesn't have to last for long, but it's wise to look closely at what kinds of entertainment children are consuming. The most popular diversion for children is electronic entertainment like video games, online gaming, social networking, television, and movies. While these tech toys are fun and can provide some intellectual... Read More
5. Keep Kids Safe at the BBQ
[MOMS]
A cookout is a great way to get friends and family together for a delicious meal and lots of fun. But there are a few precautions to take when it comes to keeping kids safe around the grill and in the yard. Before you light the grill, be sure it's clean in order to prevent flare-ups. If you're using charcoal, then keep all of your supplies, including the charcoal, matches or lighters, and lighter fluid away from kids. If you use a... Read More
A cookout is a great way to get friends and family together for a delicious meal and lots of fun. But there are a few precautions to take when it comes to keeping kids safe around the grill and in the yard. Before you light the grill, be sure it's clean in order to prevent flare-ups. If you're using charcoal, then keep all of your supplies, including the charcoal, matches or lighters, and lighter fluid away from kids. If you use a... Read More
6. Summer Resources for the Campless
[MOMS]
Summer is right around the corner. And while that means vacation for the kids, it can mean a whole lot of work for parents. In the current economic climate, summer camp can be too costly for many families. That means it's up to you to find an affordable alternative to camp. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a working mother, the goal is the same - keep the children supervised and entertained on a shoestring budget. Here are a few... Read More
Summer is right around the corner. And while that means vacation for the kids, it can mean a whole lot of work for parents. In the current economic climate, summer camp can be too costly for many families. That means it's up to you to find an affordable alternative to camp. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or a working mother, the goal is the same - keep the children supervised and entertained on a shoestring budget. Here are a few... Read More
7. Make Your Kids Happy Campers
[MOMS]
Summer camp is a rite of passage for many kids, but choose the wrong one, and you'll hear about it for years to come. It's important to decide whether your child is ready for sleepaway camp or if day camp is the way to go. Kids as young as 6 years old can attend sleepaway camps - but should they? It's a judgment call on your part as a parent. Some kids as old as 10 aren't ready; it just depends on the child. If she's regularly spending... Read More
Summer camp is a rite of passage for many kids, but choose the wrong one, and you'll hear about it for years to come. It's important to decide whether your child is ready for sleepaway camp or if day camp is the way to go. Kids as young as 6 years old can attend sleepaway camps - but should they? It's a judgment call on your part as a parent. Some kids as old as 10 aren't ready; it just depends on the child. If she's regularly spending... Read More
8. Summer Daze: Keep 'Em Busy!
[MOMS]
When the last school bell rings, the cries of "I'm bored!" and "There's nothing to do!" seem to start almost immediately. And while summer should be a time for the whole family to relax and slow down, that process can be frustrating when you want your kids to enjoy themselves but not vegetate in front of the TV all summer. Summer is a needed break from the academic rigors of school, but it's important to keep their minds - and... Read More
When the last school bell rings, the cries of "I'm bored!" and "There's nothing to do!" seem to start almost immediately. And while summer should be a time for the whole family to relax and slow down, that process can be frustrating when you want your kids to enjoy themselves but not vegetate in front of the TV all summer. Summer is a needed break from the academic rigors of school, but it's important to keep their minds - and... Read More
