20 Best DIY Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21, it’s coming right around the corner, so you don’t want to be caught empty handed. Rather than running out to the store at the last minute for a card and quickly purchased gift, why not use a little ingenuity ahead of time and make him something special? It’s easy … Continued
15 Cool Stargazing Activities for Kids
Stargazing with your kids is a fantastic spring activity. Sitting in the dark admiring the constellations can be a great experience to bond with your children and teach them a little about something bigger than themselves. Teaching your children about astronomy isn’t just about stargazing. You can teach your children about nature, classical literature, mythology and … Continued
Cool, Crafty, DIY (and other) Valentine Ideas for Kids
[LoginRadius_Share]One of the best parts of being a parent is that Valentine’s Day is turned into something less than romantic. (Can you tell I’m not the mushy sort?) Rather than wondering if your honey will remember a dozen roses, you can turn your attention toward giving, rather than receiving, (which is, btw, a healthy lesson … Continued
Setting Daily Goals for Kids’ Outdoor Activities: Tips for Keeping Active in the Fall and Winter
Keep your kids active in the fall and winter months by setting daily goals for exercise. Just because winter is coming doesn’t mean you should start letting your kids sit around in front of the tube (or computer). Keeping kids active in the winter time is necessary to keep their minds and bodies growing at … Continued
Daylight Saving Time and Cranky Kids: Avoiding the Crankster Kid
It happens twice a year, daylight saving comes around and messes up the sleep patterns of your kids. Honestly, before my daughter started school, I didn’t really buy the idea that daylight saving changed much for most kids. Around me, I’d hear parents complaining that DST was making their kids cranky. I didn’t see any real … Continued