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Family Camping Trips
The quintessential outdoor trip for every family is the camping trip. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or a total newbie, you’re going to want to take a tip or two […]
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Storytelling With Activity
As parents, we spent a lot of time asking our kids if they are telling us stories when we’re trying to determine if they are telling us the truth. Children […]
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The Importance of the Occasional Treat
I’m not the sort to forbid sweets. That’s not by accident. Early June is the time of year when broad-brush strokes of sun cover the world in a luxurious yellow […]
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Get Girls Active!
Studies show that girls who have many choices of leisure have promoted successful life skills such as utilizing positive coping skills, increased sense of self, reduction in risky behaviors and […]
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3 Ways to Make “Screen Free Week” Work as a Family
Spring has finally sprung here in my corner of the country, and after that extra-cold winter I have never been happier to see it – or to get outdoors with […]
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Ten Healthy, Active Habits for Kids
It’s easy to get caught up in simply getting a dinner on the table that everyone’s willing to eat – never mind all the worries about nutrition. Issues like: am […]
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Embracing Childrens’ Curiosity Towards Play
Children have a natural instinct to play. It is evident in their early smiles, their giggles when we are silly, and their first games of peek-a-boo. As parents, we can […]
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Fun and Easy Tips for Gardening with Kids
Looking for ways to get your kids eating new foods and spending time outside? Try gardening and see what a great time you’ll share as a family. They’ll learn about […]
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Celebrating Every Kid Healthy Week
We’ve all heard that one in three American kids is overweight or obese. That’s why it’s essential for everyone who cares about children to take action to improve their health […]
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Spring Cleaning as a Family Doesn’t Have to be a Chore
When I was growing up in rural Michigan, spring was one of my least favorite times of the year. It really should have been my favorite – considering we’d most […]
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