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Little girl with rubber boots jumping in a puddle

You should let your kid go puddle jumping — here’s why

Don't walk around those puddles -- here's why puddle jumping is great for kids.
Toddler dipping their feet in pool

How to help a toddler who’s scared of the water

Is your toddler scared of the water? Here's what to do.
Little boy making a sandcastle at a beach

5 fun ways to keep a toddler occupied at the beach

Here's how to keep a toddler occupied at the beach.
Toddler girl celebrating summer backyard birthday

3 amazing summer birthday party ideas for toddlers they’ll love

If your toddler has a summer birthday, try these great party ideas.
Tweens having fun in a pool

6 entertaining swimming games for tweens

Tweens will love playing these fun swimming games in the summer.
Teenager on her phone

Is TikTok safe for 11-year-olds? What you need to know

Here's what you need to know about tweens and TikTok.
Preschooler wearing headphones

The best headphones under $25 to protect your preschooler from fireworks

We list the best headphones for preschoolers you need on the Fourth of July.
Girl reading under tree

6 helpful tips so your second grader will be ahead when school starts

During summer, your second grader needs to stay sharp for school while still having fun. We show you how.
Two men looking at a smartphone in the woods

7 apps that make family travel planning easier

Just when we thought family traveling couldn't get any easier, these awesome apps arrived.
Teen girl gardening

4 fun summer activities for teens (that don’t involve a screen)

Use our ideas to give your teen something fun and engaging to do this summer.
Two little girls making July Fourth crafts

6 easy 4th of July crafts for toddlers that won’t make a mess

These Fourth of July crafts are so easy, toddlers can do them.
Sprinkler spraying kids in a trampoline

Why a trampoline sprinkler is the only thing your kids will need this summer

Your kids will love playing with a trampoline sprinkler this summer.
Fourth of July fireworks watched by a girl

8 best tips to keep your toddler calm during fireworks

This is how to help a toddler who's afraid of fireworks.
Family having fun at the beach

This beach life hack will make your life easier, and all you need is a fitted sheet

Use this neat life hack trick the next time you and your family go to the beach.
Drawing of road trip items

Weird roadside attractions in every state perfect for a family road trip

Road trip! Before you hit the highway, check out our list of America's roadside attractions that will amaze and delight your family.
Girl watching iPad

4 best summer camp flicks your 9-year-old can stream on their iPad

We list the four best summer-camp movies kids can watch.
Couple watching a movie on the Fourth of July

5 kid-friendly movies to watch as a family on the 4th of July

These movies are great to watch as a family on July 4th.
Girl playing with kite on a beach

5 fun family activities to do outdoors before it gets too hot

These outdoor activities are fun for the family, and you should do them before the temperature rises too high.
Boy posing by his sandcastle

7 incredible beach activities to do with your 9-year-old

We list seven great activities for your 9-year-old to do when you go to the beach.
Girl drawing outside with sidewalk chalk

6 fun summer activities for preschoolers who love art

Preschoolers will love these summertime art projects.
Child blowing bubbles in a playhouse

Good, better, best: Backyard playhouses your 7-year-old will love

We list the best backyard playhouses for 7-year-old kids.
Woman and infant swim lesson

Are swimming lessons for infants a good idea? What you need to know

If you're thinking about swimming lessons for your infant, here's what you should consider.
Teen painting at a table

5 easy summer craft ideas for teens they’ll love

These crafts are great ideas for teens to get creative this summer.
great movie and tv dads fathers day

Tops in pops: 20 great dads in movies and on TV

Spend some quality time in the company of 20 of the most beloved movie and TV dads.
Girl laying with a sprinkler

The best backyard summer family games under $40

The whole family can enjoy these amazing backyard summer games.
Kids having fun playing tag in a park

6 unique tag games to play with your 7-year-old

Make tag interesting with these alternative variations.
Mother and daughter using a tablet

10 interesting Twitter accounts safe for preteens to follow

We list 10 interesting Twitter accounts that are safe and age-appropriate for your preteen.
yellow ring in an empty pool

Are water parks safe? Read this before you take the plunge

Before you head back to the water park this summer, reacquaint yourself with these water safety recommendations.
Boy playing on a trampoline

5 fun games to play on a trampoline 8-year-olds will love

We list eight great games your kids can play on a trampoline besides just jumping.
Two siblings in a pool.

Good, better, best: Inflatable pools your kids will have a blast in

We list the best inflatable pools you can get for your kids.
Group of kids playing improv game outside

6 easy improv games for your 7-year-old

These fun improv games are easy for kids to play and are a great teaching tool.
Pregnant woman on a beach

3 budget-friendly babymoon ideas for new parents

Looking to go on a babymoon? Try these ideas that are affordable and relaxing.
Mom and daughter doing a science experiment together outside

5 amazing summer science projects for your 10-year-old

Your child will love doing these summer science activities.
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Is it time for a post-COVID family tech agreement?

Child media expert Nicole Dreiske offers tips to parents about connecting with their kids over screen time and device usage.
Mom and daughter having fun in a pool

Consider these 6 things before getting an above-ground pool

We discuss what you need to think about before getting an above-ground pool.
Four kids sitting together outside

5 comfy toddler sandals under $30 your child will actually wear

With these comfy sandals, your toddler will happily keep them on their feet.
Baby in a playpen

Good, better, best: Playards your baby will love

These playards offer a little peace of mind to new parents.
Two kids looking up at cloud shapes

6 creative-thinking activities to spark your 5-year-old’s imagination

Use these fun and creative game ideas for your child to ignite their imagination.
Woman with young son on a bike in a park

Good, better, best: Toddler bikes any first-time rider will love

Toddlers will love these bikes for first-time riders.
Mom working from home with daughter

7 useful tips to juggle your grade schooler and remote work this summer

We discuss ways to make working from home less stressful when your kids are out of school for the summer.
A boy with a tablet and toy cars

4 educational shows on Netflix your grade schooler will actually like

TV can be entertaining and educational. These four Netflix shows are both and will be enjoyed by kids.
Mother and daughter opening a gift

7 creative gift ideas for toddlers that aren’t toys

Toddlers receive a lot of toys — here are some other options that inspire creativity, spark joy, and encourage new skills.
Baby having fun playing with developmental toys

6 great newborn toys for boosting your baby’s development

These toys for newborns are all budget-friendly and will help a baby's development.
Family enjoying a podcast during a road trip

8 kid-friendly podcasts for your next road trip

Everyone in the family will love listening to these podcasts on a road trip.
Smiling mom pushing a baby in a stroller

You should get baby stroller toys with these 6 features

Keep babies satisfied when they're on the go with engaging stroller and car seat toys.
Child standing near a play tent

Good, better, best: Kids play tents your child will spend all day in

With these awesome play tents, your child will have their very own clubhouse.
A dad and daughter having fun watching cartoons

5 best cartoons on Paramount+ for your 8-year-old

Your 8-year-old child will love these five cartoons on Paramount+.
A mom and daughter having fun with hula hoops

11 fun backyard activities that will keep kids entertained for hours

These backyard games and activities will be fun for everyone.
Tween girl watching a movie in a car

5 incredible movies on Disney+ to entertain the kids on the road

These Disney+ movies will keep your kids occupied on a long road trip.
Two boys playing in a suitcase

12 handy tips to make flying with preschoolers less stressful

We have 12 tips for traveling on an airplane with your children.