Category: Family Fun
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7 Fantastic Birthday Books
Birthday books are fun ways to get your children excited about their birthdays…and reading in general. If one of your little ‘uns has a birthday coming up, review the following books and perhaps select one or two for pre-bedtime reading: Big Birthday Big Birthday by Kate Hosford is a lovely story about a young girl…
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Kiddie Birthday Ideas When You’re Out Of Time And Energy
Is your child’s birthday coming up, but you’re sapped of energy? Low on funds? Out of time? Fear not. There’s plenty of last-minute, low-cost birthday ideas that won’t cause you to collapse from exhaustion. Review the following options and ensure your child’s birthday is a rockin’ good time: Special Night Out Allow your child to…
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7 Back-To-School Clothes Shopping Tips
Buying back-to-school clothes do not have to cost you a small fortune. Purchasing new clothes every single year gets tiring, especially if your kids are on the smaller side and outgrow things quickly. Use the following tips to make back-to-school clothes shopping easy…and much less expensive. Cull First Go through what you already have with…
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6 Ideas For Entertaining Children In Restaurants
Love treating your family to dinners out, but want to make certain the children stay well-behaved throughout the evening? Keeping children entertained doesn’t have to be challenging, as there’s many ways to distract them, whether waiting for a table or the food to arrive. Review a few options and enjoy peaceful nights out to dinner:…
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5 Creative Backyard Ideas For Your Kids
Your backyard is a sanctuary, and one that presents a world of wonder for children. Encourage their creative sides by setting up your backyard in such a way they’ll want to spend hours playing outside instead of inside in front of the television or computer screen. Secret Garden Construct your very own secret garden for…
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More Kids Party Ideas
There’s no such thing as too many kids birthday party ideas! Any of the following are sure to be beloved by your younglings, though it’s still a good idea to consult them and ensure what you’re planning is what they want. Check out the following themes and ideas…and have a great time! Carnival Turn your…
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Super-Excellent Scavenger Hunt Ideas
Scavenger hunts are always a good time, as they combine the thrill of a timed event with the, um, thrill of a treasure hunt. If your kids want to do a scavenger hunt as part of upcoming birthday festivities, or you need to come up with new “boredom busters,” check out the following options and…
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Cheap (But Super Fun) Mother-Daughter Date Ideas
There’s lots of ways to have a great time with your daughter without making your piggy bank weep and weep. Check out a few cheap-yet-totally-fun mother-daughter “date” ideas: Mall Makeovers Visit the makeup counters at your local department store together and have fun getting free makeovers. The people who work at such counters are always…
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6 Mother-Son Date Ideas
We’ve discussed numerous ideas for mother-daughter “dates,” but what about those for moms and their sons? Boys need special attention just as much as their sisters, so if strapped for ideas concerning what you and your favorite little man can do together, check out the following options: Bike Rides Take your son for a bike…
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Crazy-Simple Birthday Celebration Tips
Throwing a truly spectacular birthday for your child doesn’t have to cost you your savings account. There’s plenty of simple-yet-highly-effective options regarding birthday celebrations, any of which will have your kids remembering “that really awesome birthday” for years. Check out a few ideas that won’t make your piggy bank sob: Special Foods Create a “special…
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9 Super-Cool Car Hacks
Driving with your kids doesn’t have to be awful, horrible, and terrible. There’s plenty of ways to keep the kiddies occupied, whether driving to the grocery store or the next state. Check out the following hacks and make your next car ride with the little ‘uns a pleasant one: Snack Basket Fill a medium-sized basket…
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Awesome Board Game Options For Family Night
Board games provide hours of fun for people of all ages, which is why they’re as popular as ever. Games are often family night go-tos, so if looking for a classic option to play with your favorite people, check out the following suggestions: Boggle Boggle requires players to find as many words as they can…
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7 Date Night Ideas With The Kids
Date Night isn’t an adults-only thing! There’s plenty of fantastic date night ideas that involve bringing the little ones, any of which will result in hours of family fun. Check out a few ideas to inspire your next big night out: Park Picnic Pack a picnic lunch or stop by your favorite fast food joint…
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15 Fantastic Father’s Day Gifts
Looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift? We have a list of items that the dad in your life will love! Flashlight Every dad needs a good flashlight. Whether it’s used for work, getting the fishing boat out in the early morning hours, or finding that lost pacifier in the middle of the…
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The Best End-of-Year Teachers’ Gifts
Teachers are unquestionably some of the most important people in our children’s lives. Not only do they teach our children, but they love and nourish them every day, just as we do. Teachers don’t choose this career path for the salary or the recognition. They do it because they love our kids, and they love…
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Easy Swimmer- Starfish
Easy Swimmer-Starfish is the first in a series of five apps that help parents teach their kids how to swim. This step-by-step approach is easy to use and follow making it great for parent to follow along.
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Childs Pass
Childs Pass is a great parent app that allows users to search, find, and book fun activities for the family in a city near you. Great concept and easy to use!
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Household Items That Double As Toys For Kiddies
You might not think so at first, but there’s actually tons of items around your home that double as fantastic toys for kids. They fuel young imaginations while also helping to save you money on store-bought toys! Check out some of the many household items to give to your children for afternoons of fun: Flashlights…
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7 Fun Toy Car Activities That Keep Kiddies Busy
Are your kids all about cars? Rather than buying them every new toy racecar or similar toy that comes out, check out a few fun activities to try with items they already have. You’ll provide hours of fun for little ones while you do whatever else you need to do around the house that day!…
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7 Excellent Boredom Busters For Kids
Bored children are restless children, so rather than dealing with whiny kids all summer or during a long holiday break, find ways to keep them laughing and otherwise entertained. Check out some of our favorite boredom busters and ensure little ones stay occupied: “Sumo Wrestling” Pair extra-large t-shirts with old pillows and have your kids…
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More Totally-Awesome Parenting Hacks
Being a parent is a hardly a part-time job, and it’s not uncommon to feel like there just aren’t enough hours in each day. Rather than drinking so much coffee you’re buzzing just to get everything done, take a few brilliant parenting hacks to heart. We’ve already discussed numerous (and fabulous) hacks to utilize,…
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8 Ways To Make Your Child’s Birthday Super-Special
Your child’s birthday is deeply special, and it’s important to celebrate it in grand style. There’s plenty of fabulous ways to ensure the day is one your child will cherish, so read on and see if you aren’t inspired: Special Breakfast Make a special birthday breakfast featuring foods your child doesn’t eat regularly. Think pancakes…
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When Kids Are Stuck Indoors: 8 Game/Activity Ideas
Are the kids confined to the house because the weather outside is seriously frightful? Rather than watching them slowly develop cabin fever, help them have fun indoors with one or a few “stuck inside” games. There’s plenty of games and activities to keep them busy for hours! Balloon Tennis Blow up a few balloons for…
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10 Awesome Family Night Ideas
Schedules are crazier than ever these days, which makes family nights even more important. They provide super-fun ways to spend time with the people you’re closest too, and if you’re running out of ideas, don’t fret. There’s plenty of excellent ways to spend family time together! Check it out: Movie Night Rent a movie and…
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Go Big With Your Preschoolers
The winter days can get long and dull, especially if you have preschoolers who are stuck inside. Next time you are faced with a herd of bored youngsters, try going big. The preschool years are a time when kids are usually fascinated with really big things in general. I’m sure you’ve met a preschooler (or…
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New Year’s Traditions: Ideas for Family Fun
Wondering exactly how you can ring in the New Year with your children? In the United States, this often involves late night parties with family and friends, festive foods, some sparkling drinks, and a noise maker at midnight. However, those are far from your only options! Check out these New Year’s traditions from other parts…