family fun

  1. 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...
  2. Family Activities

    6 Best family Christmas movies

    By Sarah W. Caron on Dec 23, 2010
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    Love holiday movies? They are so much fun to watch as a family. Wondering which ones your family should rent this season? Then this...
  3. Family Activities

    Tips for finding family friendly movies

    By Jessica Teal Jones on Nov 12, 2010
    If you are thinking about a family trip to the movies, or maybe a movie night at home, you have to carefully select a film that is...
  4. Family Activities

    Making Family Day every day

    By Sarah W. Caron on Sep 27, 2010
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    September 27th is Family Day: A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Children. While the sentiment is wonderful, there is no reason that...
  5. Organizing & Cleaning

    Ways to make laundry fun for the family

    By Kristin Chessman on Aug 30, 2010
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    The words “laundry” and “fun” don’t typically go in the same sentence. For most of us, laundry is just another chore on our endless...
  6. Toys and Play

    15 Best board games for family game nights

    By SheKnows Editors on Jul 8, 2010
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    Wondering what games are the right fit for your next family game night? Check out these 15 board game reviews. There are engaging...
  7. Family Activities

    5 Earth-friendly outings with your kids

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jun 11, 2010
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    Sure, Earth Day was back in April. But any day is a good day to head out on an Earth-friendly outing with your kids. Here are some...
  8. Family Activities

    Big fun, small price: 10 Budget-friendly vacation ideas

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jun 2, 2010
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    Heading off for a vacation this summer? Many families will be hitting the road and air on trips this summer. Here's how to keep your...
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    How to have a family game night

    By Sarah W. Caron on Mar 5, 2010
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    Family game night has become one of those buzz words that everyone is talking about. But more than just a hot topic, family game...
  10. Family Activities

    10 Tips for an active family

    By Katarina Kovacevic on Dec 23, 2009
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    Getting your couch potatoes out of the house doesn't have to be so hard. Here are 10 easy family activity suggestions to get them...
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    Fun dinner ideas for families

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Dec 14, 2009
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    Consider these two basic facts: If you try to force feed kids, they will turn their heads and tell you, in no uncertain terms, to...
  12. Super Moms Guide: Family Activities

    7 Ways to connect with your family this weekend

    By Abbi Perets on Dec 8, 2009
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    After the hustle and bustle of a busy week, one of the greatest gifts you can give your kids is to spend some time reconnecting over...
  13. New Year - Your Family

    How to find more family time

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Dec 6, 2009
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    Most of us think of family as the most important element of our lives. With the frenzy of carpools, science fair projects and work...
  14. Super Moms Guide: Family Activities

    6 Ways to bring your family closer together

    By Lindsey Veeh on Dec 4, 2009
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    Whether your kids are young and living at home or all grown-up in college or with families of their own, it is important to stay...
  15. Christmas Holiday Tips

    Fun holiday ideas

    By Julie Kraut on Nov 30, 2009
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    With Christmas music starting before Thanksgiving on many stations, candy canes adorning every available surface and the crunch of...
  16. Family Activities

    Volunteer with your kids: Projects to do together

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Nov 10, 2009
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    Volunteering is a great way for you and your children to get involved in the community, make new friends while helping others and an...
  17. Family Activities

    Family time with fun and creativity

    By Michelle Maffei on Nov 6, 2009
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    Soon enough, your kids will be grown and have families of their own. So, make the most of the time you have with them by mixing some...
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    Holiday road trip! Fun ideas for families

    By Tracy B. McGinnis on Nov 6, 2009
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    According to the Travel Industry Association (TIA), one in four household trips in the US includes kids under 18. That means...
  19. Crafts

    Encourage kids' creativity

    By Tracy B. McGinnis on Nov 6, 2009
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    Kids are naturally creative, engaging in imaginary and artistic play that typically means too many fingerpaintings to fit on your...
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    DIY gifts kids can make

    By Tracy B. McGinnis on Nov 6, 2009
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    The holiday season has arrived, and many of us are looking for the best deals. One way to trim your spending this season: Have your...
  21. Parenting Advice & Columns

    Take time to appreciate a rainy morning

    By Jen Klein on Oct 2, 2009
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    With the busy-ness of everyday family life, weekends are not the down time they once were. There's as much to do on a Sunday morning...