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7 fun 4th of July games the whole family can play

Hosting a patriotic celebration? We've got 4th of July games for the family that are super fun.
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How to put together the perfect 4th of July picnic

Putting together a 4th of July picnic doesn't have to be stressful. We've got simple picnic ideas to fill your patriotic basket.
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What is Juneteenth? How to talk to kids about this important holiday

Understand what Juneteenth is and the best ways to talk to kids about it and answer their questions.
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5 amazing Father’s Day activities every dad will want to do

If you're looking for something to do to celebrate dads this June, try one of these amazing Father's Day activities for the special dad in your life.
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8 great Father’s Day gift ideas for every kind of dad

Looking for the best Father's Day gifts for all types of dads? We've got ideas for the sports dad, tech dad, and even the grillin' dad.
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A simple guide for talking with your grade schooler about LGBTQ+ identity

Learn how to talk to your kids about LGBTQ+ with these helpful suggestions and resources.
An American flag on a deserted beach signifying Memorial Day weekend

Family fun: 5 amazing Memorial Day weekend getaway destinations that are off the beaten path

Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with these Memorial Day vacations ideas that are off the beaten path.
Yummy Mother's Day pancakes on a tray spelling Mom

Kids of all ages can make these easy and delicious meals for Mom on Mother’s Day

Looking for something different for Mother's Day gift ideas? Try these Mother's Day meals the kids can make on their own.
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These are the best cities for kid-friendly vacations

Check out this ranking of the top cities in the U.S. before planning your next kid-friendly vacation.
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Easy Easter desserts kids will hop over

Looking for easy dessert ideas for the Easter holiday? Here are simple Easter dessert recipes the kids will love.
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Tasty Easter side dishes to bring to the table that will get the kids excited

Easter side dishes are often the most popular foods on the table. Try these tasty Easter side recipes this spring that will get the kids excited to eat.
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What to put in Easter Eggs for tweens and teens so they actually look forward to the hunt

Looking for Easter egg filler ideas for tweens and teens? We've got several that they'll actually like.
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A complete guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing eggs for Easter

A guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing your eggs for this Easter.
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10 treats for your toddler’s Easter eggs that aren’t candy

Are you looking for candy alternatives to fill your Easter eggs? We've got you covered with 10 great treats that aren't candy.
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6 fun St. Patrick’s Day activities to do with your kids this year – from crafting to cooking

There are a lot of ways you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your kids. Here are some of the best.
Four inviting St. Patrick's Day cupcakes

St. Patrick’s Day dessert ideas to integrate the Irish holiday into the family’s after-dinner treat time

Cap off a fun March 17 with these delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts.
Tasty bowl of Irish stew to enjoy on St. Patrick's Day

Tasty St. Patrick’s Day recipes to bring the tradition to the family’s dinner plate

Everyone is Irish on March 17 so get cooking with delicious St. Patrick's Day recipes the whole family will eat.
Plate of heart-shaped pancakes for Valentine's Day.

How to make heart-shaped pancakes for Valentine’s Day

Learn how to make heart-shaped pancakes just in time to make Valentine's Day breakfast special for the whole family.
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Try a homemade treat: 5 easy Valentine’s Day desserts the kids will love

Try these easy Valentine's Day desserts to make February 14 special for the kids.
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7 fun ways to entertain kids during the Super Bowl so you can enjoy the game

If your child isn’t a football fan, there are plenty of ways to still keep them entertained during the Super Bowl. We have seven great activities.
Paper artwork for Valentine's Day

Why you should celebrate Valentine’s Day with your kids, especially if you’re single

Don't let the kids see you grumpy on Valentine's Day. If you're a single parent, it's important to celebrate all of the love you have in your life.
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Movies and shows to binge with your teen for Black History Month

Black History Month shouldn't be a topic you leave up to the school to cover. Bring real discussions home by watching these movies with your teen.
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3 easy ways to get your kids excited (and learning) about Chinese New Year

If your kids don't know a lot about Chinese New Year (or Lunar New Year) and you'd like them to learn a bit about the tradition, here are a few ways.
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Ring in the new year with kids – and these tips to make it fun for all

Need help figuring out how to count down to the new year with kids around? We have tips to include everyone in the house so no one feels left out.
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An expert party planner reveals the top kids’ party trends for 2023

Looking for birthday party ideas for your kids? Here are the top kids' party trends for 2023 from party-planning expert Virginia Edelson.
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Games to play in the snow that are perfect for kids of any age

Looking for ways to get outside this Christmas break? We have six new and fun games to play in the snow this season that kids of all ages will enjoy.
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Santa is now just a video chat away with Cameo – check this out!

Keep the kids off the naughty list with a special personalized Santa video from Cameo.
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10 classic board games that make ideal holiday gifts

Kids will love getting these classic family board games as gifts.
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8 cool holiday gift ideas for teens who have it all and hate everything

Don't want to see your teenager roll their eyes at their Christmas presents? We have a list of holiday gifts for teens that won't let you down.
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7 charming ideas for a Christmas pregnancy announcement

Need holly jolly Christmas pregnancy announcement ideas for this holiday season? Unwrap these cute suggestions.
Kids having fun making holiday crafts

8 cute holiday crafts for kids that create fond memories for years to come

Holiday crafts for kids are a wonderful way to create treasured keepsakes. Try these cute and easy ideas.
A group of children running across the snow carrying sleds

Follow these kid sledding safety tips if they plan on going out this winter

Are you and the kids ready for the winter snow? Before you slide down a single hill, here are kid sledding safety tips you need for this winter.
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6 holiday crafts for toddlers that are easy for tiny hands

Get festive and creative this season with these easy and fun holiday crafts for toddlers.
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Immerse your kids in culture by teaching them about holidays around the world

Learning about holidays around the world for kids helps to explore cultural diversity. Here are six winter holidays to explore.
Adorable felt snowman craft

5 winter crafts for kids to make when they’re bored and stuck indoors

Need ideas for a wintery afternoon when it's too cold to go out and play? Try these winter crafts for kids on your next snowy day.
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7 fun fall homeschool activities

Feeling stuck and can't come up with fun homeschool plans? Here are seven fall homeschool activities to do with your kids this season.
Baby pumpkin Halloween costume

5 irresistible Halloween costumes for baby’s first trick-or-treat

Looking for Halloween costumes for babies? We've got some adorable and affordable picks.
Children making Halloween crafts.

8 Halloween crafts for preschoolers to do this spooky season

Need some crafty ideas for your little ghouls? These eight Halloween crafts for kids are perfect for your pumpkins to do this season.
A couple holding a gender reveal balloon

5 alternatives to gender reveal parties that are both safe and fun

These are 5 great alternatives to gender reveal parties.
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The best gifts under $20 for grandparents who have everything

These holiday presents under $20 are perfect for grandparents and will make them smile.
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These funny gender reveal ideas will delight your guests

Bring even more laughter and joy to your gender reveal shindig with these ideas
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The best Juneteenth books middle schoolers will want to read

These are the best Juneteenth books for tweens that they will want to read.
Family on couch watching TV

5 best movies on Disney+ Dad will want to stream on Father’s Day

There are a lot of movies dads will like on Disney+. Here are five marvelous movies to stream with Dad on Father's Day.
Five kids reading on a bench outside.

4 best Juneteenth picture books to teach kids about the holiday

We list the best Juneteenth picture books that can teach kids about the holiday.
Parents watching TV with their teen daughter.

4 great Netflix movies to stream with your teen this Juneteenth

Looking for movies to watch on Juneteenth? Netflix has great options.
A family taking in the sights at Yosemite Park

5 phenomenal things to do in Yosemite with kids you probably don’t know about

There are so many things to do in Yosemite National Park with kids, it can be hard to know where to start. We have tips.
View of the sunset over the Grand Canyon

Make your Grand Canyon family vacation epic with these 5 tips

Our Grand Canyon family vacation tips go beyond viewing the rim and Rim Village.
Family packing the car for a road trip

Survive your next road trip with these 10 must-haves for the car ride

Get these 10 road trip essentials and eliminate any cries of "Are we there yet?"
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Follow these tips to avoid disaster when camping with family friends

Camping with friends is a fun summer tradition, but follow our tips to ensure the friendship outlives the camping trip.
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Counting down the days until summer camp? How to pack your kid’s gear

Is your kid ready for summer camp? Here's what you need to do now to ensure the bus doesn't leave without him.