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How to host an 8-year-old’s birthday party on a budget

Throw your child a wonderful 8th birthday party while being affordable, easy, and manageable. Both of you will be happy with our tips.
Kids running with each other at a party.

The best party games for your sports-loving kids

Family posing for a photo at a reunion

How to plan a family reunion: The ultimate guide to a fantastic event

Kids playing games in a pool.

No pool toys? No problem! 7 safe, fun games to play in the pool for 8-year-olds

What to do on Labor Day weekedn with your family

What to do on Labor Day with your kids

Kids enjoying eating pizza at a birthday party

9 incredible birthday party food ideas when you’re on a budget

Parents teaching their daughter how to ride a bike with training wheels

When should your child learn how to ride a bike?

happy kids doing practicing karate

5 reasons you’ll never regret enrolling your kid in karate

Two little girls playing at a playground

What you should (and shouldn’t) bring to a playdate

Five kids each giving a thumb-up

7-Up: What’s the game and how to play it

Little girls having cupcakes to celebrate a birthday at day care

Day care birthday party ideas: Celebrate your toddler’s big day in style

A game of tic-tac-toe on a piece of paper

10 fun games kids can play with just pen and paper

Adult teaching child to swim in a pool.

How to teach a child to swim: Methods you need to know

We'll share great methods and fun ideas on how to teach a child to swim so they'll become strong, happy, and confident fish in the water.
Girl performs in a talent show

10 cool talent show ideas for kids so they can wow their audience

If your child signed up for a talent show, check out these cool talent show acts for kids that will garner applause and approval.
Smiling baby on colorful play mat

Baby play mat ins and outs: What age you should get one and the benefits for baby’s development

A baby play mat promotes your child's motor skills and muscle development. We discuss the best age to get one and any additional benefits for your baby.
Boy is excited for his fourth birthday

4-year-old birthday party ideas: 7 low-stress themes your child will love

If you're looking for 4-year-old birthday party ideas, try these fun indoor or outdoor themes.
Young boy on an iPad.

Experts explain why kids watching YouTube isn’t a good idea

Many parents do this. You turn on the television, hand over a cellphone, or put on YouTube. But is letting our kids watch YouTube doing more harm than good?
Two kids sitting in front of a U.S. flag

7 fun 4th of July games the whole family can play

Hosting a patriotic celebration? We've got 4th of July games for the family that are super fun.
Family enjoying fireworks at night

How to put together the perfect 4th of July picnic

Putting together a 4th of July picnic doesn't have to be stressful. We've got simple picnic ideas to fill your patriotic basket.
Baby shower favors

9 inexpensive baby shower favors people will actually like

Looking for inexpensive baby shower favors that guests will enjoy and not throw away? We've got budget-friendly ideas that your guests will love.
A mother talking to her teenage son while sitting on the couch.

Parenting 101: A list of punishments for teenagers that actually work

Teens are like toddlers — they love to test boundaries. If your child trips up, having a list of punishments for teenagers will help get things back on track.
Young boy at the beach with balloons sitting with a birthday cake.

How to come up with a few 6-year-old birthday party ideas on a budget

Here are some money-saving tips for a celebration on a budget, plus we have some awesome 6-year-old birthday party ideas if you need a bit of help.
Child chewing on his shirt collar.

Is a 4-year-old chewing on a shirt symptomatic of something wrong? What you need to know

Why is your child chewing on their shirt? Figure out what's going on and why your little one wants to know how their clothing tastes.
Three teenage girls in matching pajamas

10 great party favors teenage girls will actually think are cool

Teenage girls are notoriously difficult to please, but not with these cool party favors for teens they will like and enjoy.
Juneteenth sign in red, black, and green

What is Juneteenth? How to talk to kids about this important holiday

Understand what Juneteenth is and the best ways to talk to kids about it and answer their questions.
A mother reading her young child a bedtime story

13 amazing books that celebrate Black culture to add to your kid’s library this Juneteenth

A well-versed library should have a mix of books that reflects how versatile Black culture can be. We've provided a short list of titles for all ages.
Little girl and her dad celebrating

5 amazing Father’s Day activities every dad will want to do

If you're looking for something to do to celebrate dads this June, try one of these amazing Father's Day activities for the special dad in your life.
Little girl with dad holding a wrapped gift

8 great Father’s Day gift ideas for every kind of dad

Looking for the best Father's Day gifts for all types of dads? We've got ideas for the sports dad, tech dad, and even the grillin' dad.
Rainbow flag for Pride Month

A simple guide for talking with your grade schooler about LGBTQ+ identity

Learn how to talk to your kids about LGBTQ+ with these helpful suggestions and resources.
Pre-teen girl smiling, holding birthday present

12 amazing tween birthday party ideas your kid (and their friends) will actually enjoy

With these cool tween birthday party ideas, parents definitely will get smiles instead of eye rolls.
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Stellar picture books about LGBTQ+ history to help educate your kids

We've combed through the best picture books for sharing with kids in honor of LGBTQ+ History Month and beyond.
Birthday cake with a number 3 candle on it

The best third birthday party ideas for a fun – and stress-free celebration

Don't get stressed out planning a party for your 3-year-old. Try these birthday party ideas to make the day fun for both of you.
Family outside biking together

Considerations for mountain bike rides with kids – read this before you hit the trails

Mountain bike adventures with your kids are a blast, but first, consider these things.
An American flag on a deserted beach signifying Memorial Day weekend

Family fun: 5 amazing Memorial Day weekend getaway destinations that are off the beaten path

Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with these Memorial Day vacations ideas that are off the beaten path.
Newspaper advertising summer jobs for teens

Why your teen should get a summer job right now

We give you good reasons why your teen should get a summer job and list of ideas for them.
Yummy Mother's Day pancakes on a tray spelling Mom

Kids of all ages can make these easy and delicious meals for Mom on Mother’s Day

Looking for something different for Mother's Day gift ideas? Try these Mother's Day meals the kids can make on their own.
teenagers getting twisted over tongue twisters

There are actually some helpful benefits of tongue twisters for kids

Tongue twisters are always fun and kids love them, but did you know tongue twisters are a useful learning tool?
Montessori shelf playroom

Bring imagination back into your kid’s playroom with these ingenious DIY ideas

Try out these incredible DIY playroom ideas that not only make the space look nice but add more room for imaginative play and learning.
Frustrated mom homeschooling her children

Thinking about homeschooling your child? Here’s why it’s a bad idea

If you're thinking about homeschooling your child, here are the reasons not to homeschool.
Family out for a bike ride in the woods

Family fun: Your kids will love these springtime activities

Spring is here and even if school breaks are over, weekends are made for these family fun spring activities.
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Tickle the funny bone with these kids’ knock-knock jokes

Kids' knock-knock jokes still get a laugh. Here are the top ones to make your kiddos giggle.
Boy making a sandcastle at the beach

How to create easy sandcastles any child can master

Want to make sandcastles with the kids this summer? Here are some easy sandcastles the kids will have fun creating.
Smiling girl with chemistry set

Funny science jokes kids will love – and you might just enjoy them, too!

Science jokes for kids are a great way to get children giggling and interested in the subject.
A family watches TV on a couch

Your favorite childhood movies will be your kid’s favorite, too

These are childhood movies to watch with your little human to show them the value of family and friendship and that kindness is always the right choice.
Kindergarten boy watering plants in the garden

The best chores for kindergartners: Teach responsibility in an age-appropriate way

Are kindergarteners too young for chores? No. Here are the top chores for kindergarteners that help teach responsibility.
Excited family boarding an airplane for family reunion

These are the best cities for kid-friendly vacations

Check out this ranking of the top cities in the U.S. before planning your next kid-friendly vacation.
Table full of Easter desserts

Easy Easter desserts kids will hop over

Looking for easy dessert ideas for the Easter holiday? Here are simple Easter dessert recipes the kids will love.
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Road trip games for laugh-out-loud fun in the car (and no devices!)

Want to keep kids busy on your next road trip? Try these awesome road trip games kids will want to play.
Table set with side dishes for Easter

Tasty Easter side dishes to bring to the table that will get the kids excited

Easter side dishes are often the most popular foods on the table. Try these tasty Easter side recipes this spring that will get the kids excited to eat.
Teen girls holding basket of Easter eggs wearing bunny ears

What to put in Easter Eggs for tweens and teens so they actually look forward to the hunt

Looking for Easter egg filler ideas for tweens and teens? We've got several that they'll actually like.