You know it’s officially fall when pumpkin products are everywhere! Pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin-scented candles, and pumpkins available for purchase at grocery stores. If you’re looking for some festive pumpkin-themed crafts for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or just to celebrate the season, these pumpkin projects are sure...
Your child can’t stop talking about her upcoming birthday. You want to give her the birthday party of her dreams. But you don’t want her to feel forced to put on a princess dress and tiara -- unless, of course, she wants to. And then,...
It's amazing to see the contestants on “MasterChef Junior,” “Chopped Junior,” and “Kids' Baking Championship,” and to hear them say that they've been cooking for several of their young years. Although not every budding chef will show his or her skills off to culinary experts,...
St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most fun holidays to decorate for. Whether you want to decorate your storefront or plan a group activity for kids, pick the perfect St. Patrick’s Day craft for you. There are hundreds of ideas out there, but here...
So you’ve been asked to coach a children's sports team. Maybe you’re excited to start planning practices and games! But maybe you're also a bit nervous and wondering what you could be getting yourself into. It's all right to feel uncertain and even overwhelmed at...
Well, the weather outside may be frightful, but you don't have to stay cooped up all day! This is especially true if you have little ones that are getting antsy. There are plenty of winter activities to keep adults and children busy. So zip up...
There’s nothing more frustrating than building gingerbread houses. They always seem like a good idea in theory! And then you throw children into the mix, and gingerbread winds up crushed or stuck to the walls. Yet, holiday recipes become important family traditions. And it doesn't have...
Many parents struggle with whether to give their child an allowance. But the questions extend beyond “yes” or “no.” How much should you give? And how often? Should allowance act as a sort of payment for helping around the house? Should the amount be tied...
Yoga truly is for everybody and every body. Older folks, people with disabilities, and everyone of all shapes and sizes can enjoy and reap the benefits of this ancient form of mind-body exercise. Why should kids be any exception? You may not have thought that...
A new school year means a new start, and a new chance to implement positive habits. So help your child organize homework to get started on the right foot. In the short term, good organization will help your child succeed in school by keeping track...