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The best party games for your sports-loving kids

If you're hosting a sports themed birthday party, we've got the best sport party games that score every time.
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

Two little girls playing at a playground

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

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

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

10 fun games kids can play with just pen and paper

Girl performs in a talent show

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

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

Boy is excited for his fourth birthday

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

Young boy on an iPad.

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

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

Family enjoying fireworks at night

How to put together the perfect 4th of July picnic

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Two toddlers playing with toys on a table.

Expand your child’s collection and support these Black-owned toy companies this February and beyond

Create an inclusive environment for your child, and your home, with any item (or get one of each) from these Black-owned toy companies.
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Ring in the new year with kids – and these tips to make it fun for all

Need help figuring out how to count down to the new year with kids around? We have tips to include everyone in the house so no one feels left out.
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Games to play in the snow that are perfect for kids of any age

Looking for ways to get outside this Christmas break? We have six new and fun games to play in the snow this season that kids of all ages will enjoy.
Child working on art in Montessori school

What is Montessori? What to know about this trending educational method

Montessori is all the rage right now, but it's been around for more than 100 years. What is Montessori? Learn more about it and how to apply it to your home.
Kids enjoying snow as an outdoor activity

5 fun games for kids to play when it’s snowing outside

Here are five fun ways for your kids to play when it’s snowing outside.
A group of children running across the snow carrying sleds

Follow these kid sledding safety tips if they plan on going out this winter

Are you and the kids ready for the winter snow? Before you slide down a single hill, here are kid sledding safety tips you need for this winter.
Adorable felt snowman craft

5 winter crafts for kids to make when they’re bored and stuck indoors

Need ideas for a wintery afternoon when it's too cold to go out and play? Try these winter crafts for kids on your next snowy day.
Festive celebration roasted turkey with gravy for Thanksgiving or Christmas

3 simple centerpiece ideas your kids can make for the Thanksgiving dinner table

We are ready for Thanksgiving! But no table would be complete without a centerpiece. Check out these ideas your kids can create.
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Indoor activities during the rain to keep kids busy and happy

Don't worry about keeping your kids occupied on a rainy day. Check out some of our ideas for fun and entertaining indoor play.
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How to get slime out of clothes (and just about everything else)

Here's how you can safely and easily remove slime from just about everything, including clothes.
Family of four dressed in Halloween costumes.

The best Halloween costumes for a family of 4 that are simple to find or create

There are many groupcostume ideas that will get the whole family in the spooky spirit. Check out some of the best for your family of four.
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7 fun fall homeschool activities

Feeling stuck and can't come up with fun homeschool plans? Here are seven fall homeschool activities to do with your kids this season.
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7 reasons an activity table for kids should be in your home right now

Not sure whether you need an activity table for the kids? We'll help break down why you should have one in your home.
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Noncompetitive games every child will love

Looking for fun, noncompetitive games for kids? Here you'll find loads of enjoyable games for kids where everyone is a winner.
A group of kids ready for Halloween.

Need Halloween crafts for 10-year-olds to do? Here are 9 spookingly great ideas

Need to get creative this spooky season? These nine Halloween crafts for 10-year-olds will be sure to keep all of the ghouls entertained.
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10 fun fall activities the whole family will enjoy

These 10 fall activities are fun for the entire family.
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The best Halloween costumes for a family of 5

Is your family of five invited to a Halloween party but you're all out of costume ideas? Check out some of our suggestions.
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8 Halloween crafts for preschoolers to do this spooky season

Need some crafty ideas for your little ghouls? These eight Halloween crafts for kids are perfect for your pumpkins to do this season.
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10 fun fall bucket list activities to do with kids

Need help thinking of ways to make autumn more fun? Here are 10 fall bucket list activities that parents should do with their children this season.
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Ride the rails this fall to see autumn’s colors

Take a train ride on a scenic railroad to see fall foliage this autumn.
Kids playing outside In leaves.

6 fun outdoor games kids can play this fall

These six outdoor games are fun for kids to play in the fall.
Small child learning to swim

Is 3 years old too young for swim lessons? Not if you follow our tips

Are you ready for your toddler's swimming lessons to start? Here's our how-to on everything you need to know about your 3-year-old's swim lessons.
Girl playing with hula hoop in the backyard

10 fun games kids (and adults) can play with a hula hoop

There are many ways to have fun with a hula hoop. Our list of 10 hula hoop games is sure to be a hit with kids and parents.
Yard dice game set

How to modify yard dice rules for kid-friendly fun

Here's how to play yard dice in a family-friendly way so it's as much fun for the kids as it is for the adults.
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6 fantastic reasons to enroll your child in toddler gymnastics classes today

Here's why you should consider enrolling your child in toddler gymnastics classes
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What are the benefits of sports in child development? We break it down

Sports for 3-year-olds are important for their development. Here's why your tot needs to be as active as possible.
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What to do when your kids are bored at home

Keeping your children busy doesn’t have to be very involved on your part! Here are some suggested activities your kids can do when they’re bored.
5-year-old girl celebrating her birthday

Need a fantastic theme for a fifth birthday party? Consider these

Get the party started with these fun themes for a fifth birthday party.