summer activities

  1. Children's School & Education

    How to homeschool through the summer

    By Tiany Davis on May 23, 2013
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    Surprisingly, many families that homeschool year round experience homeschool burnout far less than those that take the summer off....
  2. Activities for Kids

    Top 20 summer camps in the U.S.

    By Melissa Chapman on May 20, 2013
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    From sea to shining sea — and sometimes, even across that sea — here are 20 of the coolest summer camps for kids!
  3. Health & Wellness

    Field guide to summer safety

    By Heather Barnett on May 19, 2013
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    Do you know what to do if someone's stung by a bee? What about a broken bone while camping? Don't hit the great outdoors without...
  4. Children's School & Education

    Help your child avoid summer learning loss

    By Guest Author on May 10, 2013
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    Summer is time for fun in the sun, but that doesn't mean that learning needs to go completely on the back burner. Parents can help...
  5. Parenting

    Survey: Tell us about your family

    By SheKnows Parenting Editors on Apr 18, 2013
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    We want to know all about your family. What kind of discipline techniques do you use? How much TV do your kids really watch? Who...
  6. Crafts

    10 Fun spring and summer crafts for kids

    By SheKnows Parenting Editors on Apr 10, 2013
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    Nurture your child's creative side and enjoy some bonding time together with these spring and summer crafts. Whether you enjoy...
  7. School Age Kids

    9 Ways to end the summer fighting in your home

    By Michele Borba, EdD on Aug 28, 2012
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    The neighborhood kids have chosen your home as the "cool" place to hang out. Great, eh? After all, friends do play a big part of our...
  8. Endless Summer

    Summer sunrise: Fun ways to make the most of daylight

    By Whitney Coy on Aug 23, 2012
    Summer is full of sunlight. Not only are the days warmer and brighter, but they’re longer, too. So what’s a girl to do with all that...
  9. Toys and Play

    Beat the heat with active water toys

    By Kristin Morency on Aug 14, 2012
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    From sprinklers and water blasters to pool toys galore, there are tons of ways for kids and families to stay cool — and fit — during...
  10. Children's School & Education

    10 Things you should do now to get your child ready for school

    By Maria Mora on Aug 1, 2012
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    Your kids are probably loving the homework-free summer, but take it from us, staying sharp and prepared will make the transition...
  11. School Age Kids

    Get your kids excited for back-to-school

    By Christina Holt on Jul 31, 2012
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    Who says summer can’t include learning and excitement about going back to school? These fun, interactive and creative ideas help...
  12. Family Activities

    Summer fun: 31 days, 31 ways

    By Lisa Steinke on Jul 30, 2012
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    Is it August already? Are there really only 31 days left until Fall is here... until the kids go back to school? Well, why not make...
  13. Family Fun

    4 Family rules to bend this summer

    By Nichole Beaudry on Jul 26, 2012
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    Yes, rules are incredibly important to the way a family functions and they're in place for a good reason. But, sometimes, rules are...
  14. Family Activities

    Don't let summer heat drain your workout

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Jul 18, 2012
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    In the dead of summer, the last thing you (or your kids) want to do is take a long jog outside. But that's no excuse to go soggy...
  15. Family Activities

    Sunning it with your kids… without tanning

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jul 16, 2012
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    When “pale is the new tan” is your mantra, how can you make sure your kids get enough sunshine and Vitamin D if you’re always the...
  16. Parenting Tips & Advice

    Summer weekends: Grab your bikes (and helmets) and head out

    By Lisa Steinke on Jul 13, 2012
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    This weekend, head outdoors with the family for a bike ride. From where to go to what to bring, read on for ideas on how to have...
  17. Family Activities

    How to enjoy a water park with a toddler

    By Maria Mora on Jul 12, 2012
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    With big slides and big waves, water parks can be daunting for little kids. Try these simple tips for making the most of a trip to...
  18. Parenting Tips & Advice

    The new and improved lemonade stand

    By Lisa Steinke on Jul 10, 2012
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    This summer, when your kids complain of boredom, why not challenge them to make some money. From the new trends in lemonade stands...
  19. Activities for Kids

    New children’s books for summer

    By Christina Holt on Jul 9, 2012
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    These new and exciting books for 2012 will make a great addition to your child’s summer reading collection. Encourage a summer of...
  20. Parenting Tips & Advice

    Summer weekends on a budget

    By Lisa Steinke on Jul 6, 2012
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    Even if your bank account isn't overflowing, don't let it discourage you from trying to plan some fun with the family this weekend....
  21. Toys and Play

    Hottest summer toys for 2012

    By Michelle Maffei on Jul 5, 2012
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    As soon as the mercury rises, your kids head outside for some warm weather fun with the latest summer toys. But, will the toys in...