family fun

  1. Family Activities

    Family activities your toddler will love

    By Sarah W. Caron on Aug 30, 2011
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    Part of being a family is doing things together… and when those things are fun for everyone, it’s even better. These family...
  2. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Create a summer playlist with your kids

    By Jen Klein on Jul 24, 2011
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    No matter what the music charts say (or the promoters try to promote), each summer has its own feeling, its own personality, its own...
  3. Family Activities

    5 Tech-free things to do in your backyard

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jul 21, 2011
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    Craving some tech-free family time? Head into the backyard for these five fun tech-free things to do.
  4. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Fun summer classes to beat boredom

    By Jen Klein on Jul 20, 2011
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    Once summer gets under way, you may find that you need a little more structure to your days than you thought you did. Dreams of...
  5. Family Activities

    10 Frugal family fun ideas

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Jun 29, 2011
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    As parents, we can easily get wrapped up planning big, elaborate and expensive outings with our children to places like the circus...
  6. Family Activities

    Fun family weekend activities

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Jun 28, 2011
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    Finding time to spend together during the course of a week can seem next to impossible for the average family between work, school,...
  7. Family Activities

    9 Experiences your family should have this summer

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jun 15, 2011
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    From watching fireworks to jumping in puddles, these easy (and mostly free!) summer activities are sure to make lasting good...
  8. Family Activities

    10 Family fun nights under $20

    By Kristin Chessman on Jun 8, 2011
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    In the age of texting, tweeting, blogging and skyping, families can go days without face-to-face conversations. That's why planning...
  9. Family Travel

    Top theme parks in the country

    By Kori Ellis on May 31, 2011
    Theme parks offer fun for the whole family. When you're planning your vacation, consider visiting one of the top amusement parks in...
  10. Family Travel

    Best theme parks for a Hollywood experience

    By Kori Ellis on May 31, 2011
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    Get a true Hollywood experience and a private glimpse behind the scenes of some of the most historic movie and TV sets by visiting...
  11. Family Activities

    Make a summer bucket list with your kids

    By Sarah W. Caron on May 27, 2011
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    Hot, lazy days spent lounging and playing are great -- but they shouldn't be the only kind of days you and your kids have this...
  12. Family Activities

    Readers tell: My favorite way to bond with dad

    By Beth Blair on May 27, 2011
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    Tossing the ball, an afternoon fishing or grilling burgers with the man who raised us can make terrific memories. Our readers share...
  13. Family Travel

    Best theme parks in Florida

    By Kori Ellis on May 26, 2011
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    When vacationing in Florida, be sure to visit some of the state's best amusement parks. From EPCOT at Disney World to Busch Gardens...
  14. Family Travel

    Best theme parks for toddlers

    By Kori Ellis on May 26, 2011
    Theme parks aren't all about thrill rides. Most theme parks also offer special attractions, shows and adventures for toddlers and...
  15. Family Activities

    Seasonal activities that build the family bond

    By Jen Klein on May 25, 2011
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    You’ve got your daily and weekly routine down pat. You even have a couple of monthly activities that are important to your family’s...
  16. Children's School & Education

    Fun ways to teach your child sign language

    By Elaina Verhoff on May 9, 2011
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    The popularity of teaching sign language to babies has exploded over the past several years. Who wouldn’t want their wee ones to be...
  17. Crafts

    Sunshine prints: Make art from the sun

    By Cyndi Mathews on May 2, 2011
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    If you have sun and have kids, here's a cool craft project to try (though if you just want to get a set just for yourself, we won't...
  18. Birthdays & Celebrations

    Best April Fools' Day pranks for kids

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 31, 2011
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    Though laughter can be shared with family members every day, April Fools' Day is a great way to celebrate the benefits of mirth....
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    Jokes for April Fools' Day

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 31, 2011
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    Whoopee cushions, gum that turns your mouth inky and handshake buzzers are certainly great April Fools' Day props, but you can be...
  20. Family Activities

    5 Spring outdoor family activities

    By Michelle Maffei on Mar 31, 2011
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    Spring has sprung and the warm weather is begging for your brood to head outdoors for some family fun. Looking for kids activities...
  21. Family Activities

    How to throw a kid-friendly St. Patrick's Day party

    By Michelle Maffei on Mar 7, 2011
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    The holidays are always more fun when kids are involved, including St. Patrick's Day. But a green-themed party doesn't have to...