The world has changed so much just since I was a kid. I spent hours every day outside--playing on my own or with friends, but definitely without parents anywhere to be seen. We were an independent generation compared to ...
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30 Great Ways to Make Memories With Your Child — Free Printable
When you're a brand new parent, it feels like you have plenty of time to create a childhood full of memories for your little one. Ask any parent of a 10, 15, or 20-year-old, and they will tell you something quite ...
Chore Charts for Kids (Free Printables) + Why Kids Need Chores
Many of us don't enjoy doing household chores, but for a home to run smoothly, they have to get done. As our kids get old enough to pick up after themselves and then are able to help with more tasks around the house, we ...
How to Create a Bored Jar For Your Kids (+ Activity Ideas & Printables)
The dreaded phrase: “Mom, I’m bored!” As summer keeps going and social distancing guidelines continue to be enforced, boredom buster ideas can start to wear thin. It’s getting increasingly harder to find ideas that ...
Take Travel Online — Ideas for Virtual Family Adventures
5 ideas for a virtual family adventure (Family Features) A dream vacation is the perfect antidote to stress and the monotony of daily life. When a getaway isn't in the cards, you can still escape and explore new places ...
10 Themes and Activities for Your One-Year Old’s Birthday Party
Is it time to plan your baby's first birthday? We’ve rounded up some themes and ideas that are perfect for a one-year-old's at-home birthday celebration. You're sure to find some fun ideas to make your little one's party ...
Get Away Without Going Away — Inexpensive Staycation Ideas
5 family staycation ideas that won’t break your budget (eLivingtoday.com) Family vacations are a great way to bond and take a step back from the hectic schedules that accompany everyday life, but sometimes time or money ...
The Importance of Reading for Pleasure
The days of book reports and research projects are long over for most of us. There’s no required reading list for a grown-up. Even so, many adults love to read. Unfortunately, life as an adult doesn’t often lend to a lot ...
Virtual Playdate Ideas, the Best Free Apps, & a Printable Checklist
With the kids home from school and social distancing in effect, everyone's going a little stir crazy. We've already put together a long list of educational resources for you, and today we have another idea. Here's how ...
Energizing Brain Breaks + a Free Printable
What is a Brain Break? Everyone needs brain breaks throughout the day. Whether we're talking about adults concentrating on their work or kids focused on schoolwork, we all need to step away from that intense focus for ...