Regardless of whether they’re stuck inside, on a play date or just feeling artistic, painting is just plain fun for kids. So if you hear the dreaded complaints of “I’m bored!” this summer, then just don some smocks and go to town to create some artistic masterpieces. Even the youngest…
What better way to get your child to eat her vegetables than have her grow them herself? When kids take an interest in gardening, they’re looped into the process it takes to get produce to grow from seeds and ultimately end up on their plates. For toddlers and preschoolers, it’s…
Sticks and stones will break their bones, but names will never hurt them, right? Think again. Bullying has been around as long as kids have, but with the introduction of different forms of communication, it’s risen to alarming levels. The implications of bullying and being bullied have grown more serious,…
Perhaps little Johnny is going over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house this summer. Or maybe he’s visiting another relative or family friend. Either way, it might mean your child flying by himself. And that’s OK – as long as you review your airline’s policies and get…
Roughing it might sound, well, rough if you have kids, but there are a lot of reasons to consider a camping vacation this summer. Regardless of where you live, it’s usually convenient and easy to find a campground within a couple of hours from your town. Many campgrounds allow you…
Going away with kids isn’t a vacation; it’s a trip. Okay, so maybe that’s a little extreme. But any parent will cop to the fact that taking kids to a destination usually requires more work than play. More often than not, there’s little time for rest and relaxation. When was…
Kids are normally ravenous when they come off the bus and running through the door in the afternoon. Satisfying their appetites without serving junk and spoiling dinner can be a challenge. But you don’t have to get fancy or expensive when it comes to unique, tasty and healthful noshes.Sometimes the…
Picking out toys for young children is no simple task. There are so many choices that it can easily be overwhelming. It’s important to consider options that are appropriate for the child’s age. It’s also important to know the individual child’s likes and dislikes. Toy Textures: Children thrive on all…
With so many kids engaging in television, video games, and computer activity, it seems what most children are in dire need of is some time outdoors. Playing outside gives your child a chance to blow off some steam while getting their daily dose of physical activity. And yes, we all…
When it comes to patience, do you feel like you’re always running on empty? When York University conducted a study in 1999, respondents listed patience as the most important parenting skill. Of course, patience is fleeting. Even if you have it, it’s easy to lose once you’re under the pressure…