12 Fun Trampoline Games to Play
June 3, 202012 Fun Trampoline Games to Play Active play makes up a vital part of a child’s development, influencing coordination, strength and even patterns of healthy activity later in life. As many parents and caregivers know, the best active play happens in the great outdoors — or, at least, in the backyard. A trampoline provides […]
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DIY Playground Transformations
November 19, 2017DIY Playground Transformations DIY playground decor is a great way to transform your playground while getting kids involved in the transformation and decoration process. A few children’s activities you can do together to make your playground more unique include the following. Decorating Cardboard Boxes Make them look like castles, pirate ships or other themes. With […]
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4 Holiday Traditions to Start This Year
November 2, 20174 Holiday Traditions to Start This Year Many families have holiday family traditions passed down from generation to generation. Whether you have many holiday customs or you are looking for new ones, it may be time to reevaluate how you always do the holidays. If your family’s traditions have been passed down for generations, they […]
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10 Screen-Free Activities to Keep Your Kids Active
September 1, 201710 Screen-Free Activities to Keep Your Kids Active If you want to promote active children and outdoor activities, there are several screen-free activities you can offer your kids. Here are ten possibilities to get you started. 1. Outdoor Play Set up a playground outside and your children will be able to spend time sliding, swinging, […]
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Ways to Celebrate National Watermelon Day
August 1, 2017Ways to Celebrate National Watermelon Day August 3 is National Watermelon Day! And what better way to celebrate this nutritious and delicious fruit than with summer activities intended to get the whole family involved? Watermelon Recipes A simple way to enjoy watermelon if you’re not eating it by the slice is to stick it in […]
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How to Encourage Imagination in Outdoor Play
June 27, 2017How to Encourage Imagination in Outdoor Play Outdoor play on its own is great for child development. It creates curiosity about the natural world, encourages children to play with all their senses, lets kids appreciate the environment and can encourage physical exercise. When combined with imagination play, however, outdoor play becomes even better for child […]
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How to Stay Active on Vacation
June 22, 2017How to Stay Active on Vacation Do your ideas for family vacation involve lounging by the pool or curling up with a good book? Sometimes, when we think of family vacation activities, we’re not thinking of exercise because we’re so focused on relaxing. While you want to relax on your vacation, it’s also important to […]
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Fun Ideas to Get Your Kids Excited About Walks
June 15, 2017Fun Ideas to Get Your Kids Excited About Walks Walking can be a great way to stay fit as a family. This form of exercise is inclusive, low impact and gets the whole body moving. It’s also an activity you do with the whole family. While adults often love to hike, smaller children can get […]
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Healthy Habit New Year Resolutions to Make With Your Children
February 16, 2017Healthy Habit New Year Resolutions to Make With Your Children It’s the time of year when many of us make New Year’s resolutions. If you have children, making resolutions together is a great way to make positive changes. New Year’s resolutions are also a wonderful opportunity to teach children about a healthy lifestyle and emphasize […]
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Epic Ideas to Stay Active This Winter
January 27, 2017Epic Ideas to Stay Active This Winter Winter months don’t have to mean you stay inside. There are plenty of amazing winter activities and sports to enjoy. You and your family may want to try the following to stay in shape and to stay active this winter: Skiing If there are any ski hills near […]
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