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Activities for Kids and Families

Our Activities section has the topics that you search to find fun activities! We offer guides and articles. Indoor activities include crafts, music, painting, dance, drama, cooking, games and fun after school. Outdoor activities include sports such as tennis, sailing, baseball, football, soccer, hockey, and horseback riding. There’s cheerleading, gymnastics, figure skating, martial arts and more. Plus the Local Resources section of each of our 16 Cities will take you to Guides of Attractions, Events and Parties!

Articles on Parenting - Child Rearing Styles
The Yo-Yo Is a Toy for the Ages

The yo-yo has been around for more than 2,500 years! Author Joan M. Thomas explores the yo-yo’s rich history, educational value, and enduring popularity – and tries her hand at mastering the art.

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Building a Homemade Backyard Weather Station

Your kids will love becoming backyard meteorologists! Here’s how to track and forecast the weather with easy, fun, and inexpensive homemade instruments: a rain gauge, barometer, and wind vane.

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Birthday Parties on a Budget

It’s all too easy to go overboard on children’s birthday parties. A few hours of fun can cost the family’s food budget for a week! But you can make birthday dreams come true without cutting any corners that actually matter to your child.

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Enjoying Music With Your Child

Whether it’s a 2-year-old dancing along with Beyoncé’s Single Ladies or a 13-year-old playing Mozart, every child can enjoy music. Make music a part of your family and give your child an appreciation that will last a lifetime.

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Birthday Party Planning for Ages 1-10

A good time for all and fond memories afterwards – that’s all you really need from a party! Some simple techniques will help assure fun for the children, minimize stress for you, and help you to stay within your budget.

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