summer activities

Toys and Play

Hottest summer toys for 2012

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...

Family Activities

Best kids' movies of the summer

As the summer drags on, you may be running out of cool kid-friendly ideas. Take a break from the heat, settle into a comfy chair and...

Family Fun

Cool pool toys

Forget that old beach ball — it’s time to break out the latest in swimming pool toys.

Family Activities

Fun ways to cool off with the family

Baby, it’s hot outside! Chill out with these fun ways for your family to cool off.

Family Activities

7 Creative family bonding ideas

The hectic lives we lead today make it difficult to find time to just be together. Get creative with these fun ways to help your...

Parenting Tips & Advice

Summer weekends: Picnic fun

July is National Picnic Month. So what better to do this weekend than take the sack lunch to a whole new level with your family?

Activities for Kids

Backyard turned summer camp

Even if traditional summer camp isn't on your agenda for your kids this summer, they can still get in on all the fun with these tips...

Family Activities

Brave the great outdoors with your family this summer

If sleeping in a tent is near the bottom of your list of fun things to do, don’t worry. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the great...

Baby Gear

Baby and toddler swimsuit shopping guide

Find the perfect swimsuit for your little water bug and get a great deal on it too.

Technology

Best apps for the iPhone: Summer apps

Between the useful functions your iPhone serves and the entertainment it provides, you might have your iPhone glued to your hand...

Toys and Play

Top 10 water games to cool you down

Even if you don't have a pool, you can make a splash this summer with some fun water play that the whole family will love. Check out...

School Age Kids

4 Ways to sneak in homework this summer

Homework is the last thing kids want to do during summer break. Discover how to sneak in lessons that focus on reading, motor...

Activities for Kids

Fourth of July games for kids

Your kids will have fun in the sun on Fourth of July with these party games. From water balloon dodge ball to squirt gun tag to Pin...

Activities for Kids

10 Things every kid should do this summer

Summer vacation is upon us. How are your kids going to make it count this year? If they complete this list of 10 things, they will...

Activities for Kids

Endless summer fun

After a few days of summer, you're bound to hear those infamous words: "Mom, I'm bored!" Be prepared to battle summer boredom with...

Parenting Tips & Advice

25 Fun summertime activities for your kids

School's out and the kids are home. Now what? If you want to have a plan for those days when your kids utter those words, "I'm...

Crafts

5 Soda bottle crafts for kids

Bubbly beverages for kids are synonymous with summer. But, before you toss that empty soda bottle into the recycle bin, you may want...

Babysitters and Childcare

Summer activities: Is your child safe from predators?

Summertime should be a time for stress-free activities — playing at the park, swimming at the local pool or attending an organized...

Child Development & Health

How to get started with swim lessons

Swim lessons for kids aren’t one-size-fits-all. When you enroll your child this summer, find swim lessons that are appropriate for...

Activities for Kids

Help your kids start a lemonade stand

Is there anything that screams “Summer’s here!” louder than a lemonade stand? We think not. This quintessential summer pastime is a...

Parenting Tips & Advice

Summer weekends: Water fun

Summer is here and it's going to be hot, hot, hot! Throughout these warm-weather months, we'll be giving you ideas for how to spend...