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Why kids benefit from a summer to-do list
Checklists about daily chores and activities can cut down on boredom and still leave room for plenty of fun.<p>If you have school-aged kids on summer …
Parenting17 Retro AF Things Early '90s Kids Used To Do To Pass The Time
Trees died for us.<p>Posted on May 26, 2017, 22:46 GMT<p>1. We made (and flew) paper airplanes.<p>Points if you were stealth enough not to get caught.<p>2. We folded our notes into secure little envelopes before tossing or passing them in class.<p>I SAID PRIVATE!<p>3. Or a heart.<p>Not as easy as it looks.<p>4. We made …
CraftingKindergartners Have Life Figured Out
Everything we ever need to know we learned in kindergarten. Sure it's a popular adage but does that really ring true in adulthood? Turns out that a …
ParentingWe Can’t Afford Family Vacations, And I’ve Learned To Let Go Of That Guilt
The other day, I was scrolling through Facebook when I saw an article about how important family vacations are for kids. It was the kind of thing I’d …
LifestyleFallbrook mom is the Tooth Fairy's helper
Fallbrook entrepreneur Kristin Del Castillo has an unusual aspiration. She hopes that one day, people all over the world will know her as the “Tooth …
ParentingHow to make pizza with your kids
People ask me all the time if my kids are good eaters — if they eat everything I write about on my blog. The answer is <i>no</i>. My kids are …
PizzaThe Mifold Is a Foldable Booster Seat That Fits In Your Kid’s Backpack
Car seatbelts don’t fit kids because they’re not designed to. It’s the reason states require tikes under a certain height (typically 4-feet, 9-inches …
ShoppingStewie the Duck's Latest Book Is Teaching Toddlers All About Water Safety
The family behind grocery chain Stew Leonard's turned tragedy into a successful anti-drowning campaign. Now, they've released a special book to teach kids as young as 1 about water safety.<p>Stewie the Duck, the bright yellow water safety mascot of the Stew Leonard III Foundation, is named for the …
ParentingCar mods get disabled kids moving, and throwing
Researchers from Oregon State University have revealed two new additions to a host of ride-on toy car designs produced by the Go Baby Go program, a …
ParentingNo s'mores, plenty of robots at futuristic children's camp
Founder believes technology will take millions of jobs, wants kids to learn robotics skills early<p>The thought of summer camp often conjures images of …
RobotsAre fidget spinners safe for your kids?
ABC News' Jesse Palmer reports on the Consumer Product Safety Commission's new warning for parents on the popular toys.
ParentingParenting Mistakes That Lead to Spoiled Kids
<i>Not</i> spoiling your kids is easier said than done. Many parents find themselves torn between wanting to discipline their children and caving into their …
ParentingHow To Teach Kids Where Their Food Comes From
Five ways to show children that food doesn't grow on shelves.<p>The further our world advances technologically, the further we move away from truly understanding where our food comes from. That disconnect between farm and fork has widened with each generation; everything we need for our meals is …
Children's BooksExtreme course obstacle races, for families
<b>(CNN) —</b> We've all seen posts by those crazy friends doing an obstacle race -- mud runs where they jump into icy pools of water, climb over high walls and army crawl under barbwire. Pure torture. Now you can sign up for these -- and bring the children!<p>And why not? Kids are not shy about wanting to …
ParentingWatch: ‘Bad neighbor’ pulls plug on bounce house, trapping kids inside
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida woman wants to know why someone unplugged a bounce house, causing it to deflate with nearly a dozen young …
Get ready for summer fun with these wet and wacky gadgets
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and three months of endless outdoor fun.<p>Whether it's a backyard barbecue with friends or a lazy day at the beach, TODAY Style Squad member and founder of TheLVGuide.com Lilliana Vazquez is sharing her favorite wet and wacky gadgets. From waterproof …
Urban OutfittersYour Last Baby Will Get Your Best Parenting (Because You Learn How To Relax)
Everyone just take a moment and think back to the first six weeks you were home with your firstborn baby.<p>Think about all the totally ridiculous …
ParentingGeeky Dad Hacks an Amazon Dash Button to Get His Kid to School
Ken is a husband and father from the San Francisco Bay Area, where he works as civil engineer. He became the Publisher of GeekDad in 2007, and the …
AmazonParents say fidget spinners are too dangerous, and are asking for a recall
Although they’ve been used forever as tools for children with attention or sensory disorders, it seems like fidget spinners have recently taken over …
Fidget SpinnerWhy 'Medical Clowning' Might Be Coming to a Hospital Near You
The upcoming release of the <i>It</i> remake this September spells doom for the rapidly declining reputation of clowns. History has never been totally kind …
PainHere's How To Throw A Kid-Free Wedding...And Not Be Burned At The Stake
Mom and dad, you’re just going to have to deal with it—in fact, wouldn’t you <i>love</i> a night away from the little ones?<p>Childless weddings are not rude, …
WeddingsCartoon Characters Encourage Kids To Make Healthy Eating Choices
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EatingInstagram Can't Get Enough Of This Cookie Monster Sundae
It's approved by kids and adults.<p>This sundae is inspired by one of <i>Sesame Street</i>'s most notorious characters, but Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain's …
DessertKids with disabilities find 'pure joy' in toy cars that boost mobility | Frisco
FRISCO -- Each of the shiny new vehicles had a pit crew and a balloon to mark the special occasion.<p>The 12 young drivers came for the fun. But their …
TexasINTERVIEW: New Kids On The Block Talk 'Thankful' & Reveal What They're Most Thankful For
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ParentingSuper-Yankees give a boost to cancer-stricken kids
Five Yankee hurlers pitched in as superheroes Thursday to a group of cancer-stricken kids.<p>Mound men Jordan Montgomery, Masahiro Tanaka, Michael …
BaseballThings to do this May half-term - the best events and activities for kids including the bank holiday weekend
With the Spring Bank Holiday leading into May half-term, there are plenty of extra days off for everyone to enjoy ahead of summer - but this also …
LondonTaking STEAM Programs On The Road
Early this year, I learned that my library was one of the lucky recipients of an ALSC & Dollar General Literacy Foundation “Strengthening Communities …
EngineeringCharlotte Hornets chief knows first-hand that camp helps kids ‘dream bigger dreams’
Going to summer camp helped shape Fred Whitfield’s life. The president, chief operating officer and minority owner of the NBA Charlotte Hornets went …
Charlotte HornetsCool Kids Beds That Makes You Wish You Could Turn Back Time
Anything designed for kids is usually cute and irresistible, even something as big and as robust as a bed. Actually, we have a bunch of cool kids …
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