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The Lemonade Stand: A Rite of Passage (& Tips to Help)
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Easy Homemade Lemonade
Selling lemonade on a hot summer day in front of your house — it's a rite of passage for children. If and when you get this question (and you will!), here’s our favorite recipe for homemade, fresh-squeezed lemonade.
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Prepping for Your First Camping Trip ... with Kids
The buzz of a busy family oftentimes overpowers the inner call for peace. But there are occasions where my family stops and just exists together, and that is when we are camping. But camping with kids can be daunting. So here are some ways to slowly enter the camping world and try it before you “camp” it.
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Summer Camp … at Home!
We’re all thankful that, after a year of uncertainty, activities are starting to reopen, just in time for summer. But just a few weeks ago, when summer camp registration deadlines hit, things were still uncertain and many parents, including me, didn’t jump at the chance to sign up. And now here we are, in the height of summer, with bored kids and parents who are … well, we’re over it, aren't we? Here’s a few simple, go-to activities this summer that all the kids can enjoy.
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Your Summer Kids Activity Guide
We’re parents, too, and we know that every day can’t be filled with summer camps, swim lessons and beach days, and we also know that having a plan in order helps. So, grab your calendars; here’s our ultimate summer activity guide for parents looking for a little inspiration (or a little help!) in the weeks ahead.
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3-Ingredient DIY Slime (without Borax)
Making slime never grows old. Here’s a great recipe for DIY slime that only requires 3 easy-to-find ingredients. And, once you have your slime made, there are dozens of creative things to do with it aside from leaving it sit on the living room rug to harden there forever. (...ug!)
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Bombs Away! DIY Seed Bombs
DIY seed bombs are a great answer to my struggle with horticulture. Part of the fun is making them, another part is letting the kids launch them into who-knows-where, and the last part is enjoying the flowers that grow, knowing that wildflower growth is good for the environment in so many ways. Here's what you need to know to make your own.
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Gardening with Children: Getting Started
Planting a garden and observing the changes throughout the season is a great stepping stone for children who may be interested in planting their own gardens or learning about the science of plant life, but it can be tricky to create for those of us without a green thumb. However, gardening with children doesn’t require a large plot or huge time commitment. Here’s how to get started.