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Toddler girl celebrating summer backyard birthday

3 amazing summer birthday party ideas for toddlers they’ll love

If your toddler has a summer birthday, try these great party ideas.
Tweens having fun in a pool

6 entertaining swimming games for tweens

Tweens will love playing these fun swimming games in the summer.
Teenager on her phone

Is TikTok safe for 11-year-olds? What you need to know

Here's what you need to know about tweens and TikTok.
Preschooler wearing headphones

The best headphones under $25 to protect your preschooler from fireworks

We list the best headphones for preschoolers you need on the Fourth of July.
Girl reading under tree

6 helpful tips so your second grader will be ahead when school starts

During summer, your second grader needs to stay sharp for school while still having fun. We show you how.
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7 apps that make family travel planning easier

Just when we thought family traveling couldn't get any easier, these awesome apps arrived.
Child making Fourth of July DIY decorations

4 patriotic crafts tweens can make for Independence Day

Decorate your Fourth of July with these DIY crafts your tweens can make.
Teen girl gardening

4 fun summer activities for teens (that don’t involve a screen)

Use our ideas to give your teen something fun and engaging to do this summer.
Two little girls making July Fourth crafts

6 easy 4th of July crafts for toddlers that won’t make a mess

These Fourth of July crafts are so easy, toddlers can do them.
Sprinkler spraying kids in a trampoline

Why a trampoline sprinkler is the only thing your kids will need this summer

Your kids will love playing with a trampoline sprinkler this summer.
Fourth of July fireworks watched by a girl

8 best tips to keep your toddler calm during fireworks

This is how to help a toddler who's afraid of fireworks.
Family having fun at the beach

This beach life hack will make your life easier, and all you need is a fitted sheet

Use this neat life hack trick the next time you and your family go to the beach.
Drawing of road trip items

Weird roadside attractions in every state perfect for a family road trip

Road trip! Before you hit the highway, check out our list of America's roadside attractions that will amaze and delight your family.
delicious desserts for a Fourth of July party

How to throw an amazing Fourth of July party with your family

Make your family's Fourth of July party super fun with these 9 ideas.
Girl watching iPad

4 best summer camp flicks your 9-year-old can stream on their iPad

We list the four best summer-camp movies kids can watch.
Supplies for summer school on a table

How to prepare your middle schooler for summer school

Here's what to do when your child has to attend summer school.
Couple watching a movie on the Fourth of July

5 kid-friendly movies to watch as a family on the 4th of July

These movies are great to watch as a family on July 4th.
Girl playing with kite on a beach

5 fun family activities to do outdoors before it gets too hot

These outdoor activities are fun for the family, and you should do them before the temperature rises too high.
Boy posing by his sandcastle

7 incredible beach activities to do with your 9-year-old

We list seven great activities for your 9-year-old to do when you go to the beach.
Girl drawing outside with sidewalk chalk

6 fun summer activities for preschoolers who love art

Preschoolers will love these summertime art projects.
Family enjoying fireworks at night

5 useful tips to keep your family safe this Fourth of July

Sparklers and fireworks can be dangerous. Here's what you need to know.
Fourth of July fireworks light up the sky

4 best apps to make your family’s Fourth of July better

Use these apps to help ensure you and your family have a great Fourth of July.
Child blowing bubbles in a playhouse

Good, better, best: Backyard playhouses your 7-year-old will love

We list the best backyard playhouses for 7-year-old kids.
Woman and infant swim lesson

Are swimming lessons for infants a good idea? What you need to know

If you're thinking about swimming lessons for your infant, here's what you should consider.
Teen painting at a table

5 easy summer craft ideas for teens they’ll love

These crafts are great ideas for teens to get creative this summer.
great movie and tv dads fathers day

Tops in pops: 20 great dads in movies and on TV

Spend some quality time in the company of 20 of the most beloved movie and TV dads.
Girl laying with a sprinkler

The best backyard summer family games under $40

The whole family can enjoy these amazing backyard summer games.
Upset teenage girl on cell phone

6 signs of cyberbullying in teens to look out for

We discuss what you should do if your teen is being cyberbullied.
Mom and daughter vacuuming and cleaning their home

Dyson’s new vacuum proves your kids are just plain slobs

Dyson's newest vacuum has lasers to help you keep your house super clean. Here's what you need to know.
Students surprise teacher with gifts

5 end-of-the-year gifts under $25 elementary school teachers will love

Elementary school teachers will really appreciate these end-of-the-year gifts.
Person waving a Pride flag

How to talk about LGBTQ Pride Month with your tween

This is what you should say about LGBTQ Pride Month to your tweens or teens.
Kids having fun playing tag in a park

6 unique tag games to play with your 7-year-old

Make tag interesting with these alternative variations.
Gifts set out for Father's Day

6 incredible DIY Father’s Day gift ideas a 10-year-old can make

Kids can make these amazing DIY Father's Day gifts.
Preschooler giving her teacher a present

5 great end-of-the-year gifts for preschool teachers under $25

Preschool teachers will love to receive these end-of-the-year gifts.
Mother and daughter using a tablet

10 interesting Twitter accounts safe for preteens to follow

We list 10 interesting Twitter accounts that are safe and age-appropriate for your preteen.
yellow ring in an empty pool

Are water parks safe? Read this before you take the plunge

Before you head back to the water park this summer, reacquaint yourself with these water safety recommendations.
Boy playing on a trampoline

5 fun games to play on a trampoline 8-year-olds will love

We list eight great games your kids can play on a trampoline besides just jumping.
Man sitting in an airport

8 Father’s Day gifts for dads excited to hit the road

If Dad has the travel bug, we have Father's Day gifts that will inspire him to hit the road.
Two siblings in a pool.

Good, better, best: Inflatable pools your kids will have a blast in

We list the best inflatable pools you can get for your kids.
Group of kids playing improv game outside

6 easy improv games for your 7-year-old

These fun improv games are easy for kids to play and are a great teaching tool.
Pregnant woman on a beach

3 budget-friendly babymoon ideas for new parents

Looking to go on a babymoon? Try these ideas that are affordable and relaxing.
A boy coloring on a chalkboard wall

Why a chalkboard wall is a great idea for your kid’s playroom

Your playroom needs a chalkboard wall — here's why it benefits homeschooling and creativity.
Mom and daughter doing a science experiment together outside

5 amazing summer science projects for your 10-year-old

Your child will love doing these summer science activities.
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Is it time for a post-COVID family tech agreement?

Child media expert Nicole Dreiske offers tips to parents about connecting with their kids over screen time and device usage.
Mom and preschooler talking on a couch

How to talk about LGBTQ identity with your preschooler

This is how to talk to your preschooler about LGBTQ identity.
Mom and daughter having fun in a pool

Consider these 6 things before getting an above-ground pool

We discuss what you need to think about before getting an above-ground pool.
Little girl hanging up sweater

How to properly store your family’s winter wardrobe

Follow these tips to store your family's winter wardrobe.
Four kids sitting together outside

5 comfy toddler sandals under $30 your child will actually wear

With these comfy sandals, your toddler will happily keep them on their feet.
Baby in a playpen

Good, better, best: Playards your baby will love

These playards offer a little peace of mind to new parents.
Two kids looking up at cloud shapes

6 creative-thinking activities to spark your 5-year-old’s imagination

Use these fun and creative game ideas for your child to ignite their imagination.