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Savor Summer

School’s out for the summer; time to savor the season beloved by kids and parents alike. Summer’s lazy days are highlighted by picnics, beach bonfires, backyard barbeques, stargazing and firefly catching. There’s no shortage of outdoor activities to choose from in order to max out your summer fun. However, there are ways you can enhance the popular season. The following projects are simple ways you can infuse a little whimsy into your sunny summer days: PICNIC POT This craft is easy enough for kids to make on their own. All you need is a medium to large size terracotta pot … Continue reading →

Have Fun With Party Lights

You don’t have to install a disco ball and colored spotlights to make your summer shindig fun, hip and happening. On the other hand, you don’t want to skimp on creativity when it comes to outdoor party lighting either. A dim porch light and a few candles won’t do much to get your party started. If you are looking for fun ways to brighten up your backyard bash consider the following: Paper Lanterns Chinese paper lanterns are inexpensive ways to illuminate your summer outdoor get-together. They are available at party supply stores and retailers, such as Target and Kmart. To … Continue reading →

Summer Firefly Fun!

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The two summer months of vacation away from school allow for a lot of fun learning with our children. While I can completely understand the trials and tribulations of being at home for two months straight with your children (mine are screaming right now!), summer is a time that we as parents should try to cherish. The summer months give us the opportunity to learn and grow with our children. Below I listed an idea, or lesson plan for that matter, that I think every family can enjoy together. As a child I can remember the excitement of trying to … Continue reading →

More Midwest Family Friendly Travel Destinations

Fall is my favorite time of year. This surprises most people given that I was born and raised in Hawaii (but now live in the Midwest). Typically, they guess that summer is my favorite time of year. I do enjoy the summer months, but since I never got to experience the change of seasons as a child, I appreciate them more as an adult. (Save for the switch to winter.) Each year I make a concerted effort to visit as many seasonal attractions as possible. I target the outdoor ones, but have found some exceptional indoor ones as well. Here … Continue reading →

Education Week in Review: June 2 – June 8

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The summer is passing by here at Families.com. Yes believe it or not, school supplies, backpacks, and fall clothing are slowly making their way out into the stores. This week, I discussed some summer education issues and talked about buying school supplies for next school year. Check out below for a flash back! Saturday, June 2 Unique Summer Learning Children should continue to learn and experience throughout the summer months. However, try adding a twist on the method of teaching. Children should experience creative and unique methods. Thoughts on Summer Tutoring Tutoring can be a great thing. However, the right … Continue reading →