http://www.sheknows.com/ Tue, 21 May 2013 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958837/memorial-day-staycation-ideas Memorial Day is just around the corner. If you're looking for clever — and inexpensive — ideas for ways to spend the long holiday weekend with your family, taking a staycation can be a great solution. Read on for some creative staycation ideas that will get your kids excited this Memorial Day. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958837/memorial-day-staycation-ideas Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Lisa Steinke Wed, 01 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/991507/the-family-issue Family means so many things to so many people. It can be anything from your pet pugs to your hubby to your Great Aunt Gertrude and everything in between. Whatever your definition, "family" is about laughing, loving, bonding and making memories. If we could bottle the concept of "family," this would be it. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/991507/the-family-issue Parenting SheKnows Editors Wed, 01 May 2013 01:14:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/989713/diy-giant-fringe-photo-props If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to add a special touch to your family portrait session, these oversized fringe props are the perfect solution! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/989713/diy-giant-fringe-photo-props Living Kelly Lanza Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/991857/5-outdoor-activities-to-keep-your-family-happy-and-healthy Do you find that your family spends more time together watching television than being physically active? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of U.S. adults are obese, and obesity now affects 17 percent of all children and adolescents nationwide. With summer approaching, it's the perfect time to take your family outdoors and embrace a healthy living lifestyle. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/991857/5-outdoor-activities-to-keep-your-family-happy-and-healthy Health & Wellness Kendra Y. Mims Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/991281/burn-3000-calories-in-one-week-doing-family-activities Our everyday activities can really add up to a lot of burned calories. Learn how you and your family can burn those calories and have fun at the same time! http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/991281/burn-3000-calories-in-one-week-doing-family-activities Health & Wellness Patricia Conte Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/991353/countdown-to-the-end-of-deployment The beginning of deployment is like looking down a long, dark tunnel. You know the light is at the end, but you can't see it. Our deployment is roughly between 200 and 250 days long. Counting down each day through each month is slightly depressing and too great of a time span for my kids to grasp. Instead, we have concentrated our countdown according to holidays, birthdays and scheduled events. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/991353/countdown-to-the-end-of-deployment Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Laura Crawford Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/956579/4-outdoor-earth-day-activities Earth Day is April 22 -- what will you do to celebrate? Head outdoors for a fun Earth Day extravaganza! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/956579/4-outdoor-earth-day-activities Living Going Green Patricia Conte Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984481/family-fun-for-the-kids-choice-awards Watching the Kids' Choice Awards is your child’s equivalent to watching the Oscars. Make a night of it on Saturday, March 23 and turn the award ceremony into a fun event the whole family can enjoy. Kids and parents will have fun making green slime drinks and competing to see who scores the first BINGO! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984481/family-fun-for-the-kids-choice-awards Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Amy Vowles Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820275/Throw-a-movie-night-party The glamour, the celebrities, the fun! Bring all the excitement and special flavor of movies from the big screen into your home by throwing a movie night party. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820275/Throw-a-movie-night-party Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Suzi Milovanovic Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820254/Make-your-own-movie-night-tickets Get crafty for family movie night by making your own movie night tickets. Not only is this a fun family activity, but homemade movie tickets are a great keepsake item. From easy printable options to customized tickets, check out our DIY ideas for making your own movie night tickets. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820254/Make-your-own-movie-night-tickets Parenting Family Fun Crafts Kim Grundy Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/823347/simple-ways-to-make-valentines-day-special-for-the-whole-family Valentine’s Day isn’t just for school parties or grown-up dinner dates — it can be fun for the whole family. The relationships in your family are the most important. Show them how much you love them by making the holiday of hearts just plain fun. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/823347/simple-ways-to-make-valentines-day-special-for-the-whole-family Parenting Family Fun Family Activities SheKnows Parenting Editors Wed, 13 Feb 2013 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/articles/view/free-family-day-activities/id:958395/channel:arts-culture Feb. 18 marks Family Day in several provinces in Canada — a day off from work and school that allows families to have time to simply be together. Here are some fun, free ways to make the most of this day and help you remember during the hustle and bustle of everyday life how great your family is. http://www.sheknows.com/articles/view/free-family-day-activities/id:958395/channel:arts-culture Arts & Culture Rolla Bahsous Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946719/valentines-day-traditions-to-start-with-your-children Even though Valentine's Day is meant for lovers, now that you're a parent, this mushy-gushy holiday has an entirely new meaning. Take advantage of Valentine's Day to create some fun, special traditions as a family that your children will remember forever. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946719/valentines-day-traditions-to-start-with-your-children Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Katie Kavulla Tue, 12 Feb 2013 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947353/valentines-day-with-your-children-minus-the-gifts We've heard it all before about Valentine's Day — it's a holiday for the greeting card companies — but thankfully, kids don't realize that Valentine's Day is traditionally filled with visions of diamonds and delivered bouquets of long-stem red roses. Forget about the Valentine's Day gifts this year and make this sweet holiday special with these thoughtful ways to celebrate. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947353/valentines-day-with-your-children-minus-the-gifts Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Katie Kavulla Fri, 08 Feb 2013 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981829/4-ways-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year Welcome the coming spring as you celebrate Chinese New Year with the whole family. During this festive holiday, teach your children about Chinese culture and reflect on the spirit of renewal. Try these four family-friendly ways to celebrate the year of the snake. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981829/4-ways-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Maria Mora Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982377/musicals-kids-will-love Not all touring musicals are appropriate for young kids. Discover four musicals now on tour that will captivate your little one on his first theater-going experience. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982377/musicals-kids-will-love Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Maria Mora Fri, 25 Jan 2013 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982461/tips-for-taking-kids-to-art-museums If you want to introduce your child to art but you’re not sure how to proceed, start here. Discover ways to get the most out of your museum ticket and how you can continue to foster a love of art at home. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982461/tips-for-taking-kids-to-art-museums Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Maria Mora Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981263/are-your-kids-ready-for-skiing The swish of skis and whoosh of a good run... skiing is a great winter activity for families. But are your kids ready for the slopes? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981263/are-your-kids-ready-for-skiing Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Sarah W. Caron Mon, 21 Jan 2013 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981673/kid-friendly-facts-about-the-presidential-inauguration On January 21, 2013, President Barack H. Obama will be inaugurated in Washington, DC. As you prepare to view this historic event with your children, share these 10 exciting facts about inaugural ceremonies, past and present. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981673/kid-friendly-facts-about-the-presidential-inauguration Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Maria Mora Thu, 17 Jan 2013 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/852021/how-to-celebrate-martin-luther-king-jr-day Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated the third Monday in January in honor of his birthday — January 15. This year, take the opportunity to teach your kids about the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as well as the civil rights movement, racism and cultural diversity. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/852021/how-to-celebrate-martin-luther-king-jr-day Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Kori Ellis Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:13:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/981865/plant-a-tree-for-tu-bshevat This year celebrate Tu B'Shevat, also known as Jewish Arbor Day, by planting a tree with your family. It's a great way to celebrate nature and remember that spring is just around the corner. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/981865/plant-a-tree-for-tu-bshevat Living Going Green Eco-Parenting Katherine Martinelli