Spring And Kids

Contrary to popular belief, bird watching is not just for scientific observation. It has actually become a favorite past time for many families. Bird watching is relaxing and peaceful. Those who take part in this activity say that it is, without a doubt, one the best leisurely activities available for those who love to get up close and personal with nature. If you are considering including bird watching to the list of your families favorite spring...

Rollerblades For Kids

Whether you are looking for a child’s birthday gift or just some springtime fun, rollerblades for kids are the perfect option for your child. Kid’s rollerblades can provide your child with hours and hours of fun. All of the rollerblades listed come in various sizes and styles. Click on any of the items to browse or shop. Roller Derby Web Stinger Adjustable Skates Rollerblade Bladerunner Phaser Expandable...

Kid Friendly Vacations

This time of year, families are planning time away, whether it’s quick weekend getaways or a much longer or father away vacations. If you have children, especially small ones, you’ll be looking for kid friendly vacations so everyone is happy! There are several locations that you can choose that both you and your children can enjoy. Read on to discover the top vacation destinations for families with children. Cruises – Cruises can be a fun...

Springtime Picnic With Your Family

(This is a guest post by one of our readers) As the cold days of winter begin to recede into the past, it is time to enjoy the balmy days of early spring with your children. Down here in Texas spring comes early, which means we get to bask in the warm sun while Northern parts of the country are still plastered in snow. While we pay the price for this with incredibly hot summers, for now it is time to get outside and take...

Spring – A Time For Family Enjoyment

As spring approaches, families prepare for beautiful days filled with sunshine and fun. It is a favorite time of year as families often try to reconnect and spend much needed time together in the great outdoors. With the previous winter only a memory, they take advantage of what the “outside” offers. Warmer temperatures, picturesque views, nature, and more are at the fingertips of families who are willing to get out there...

Spring Arts and Crafts Your Kids Will Love

As the fresh spring air fills our lives, we are inspired to become creative. Children look for new ways to express themselves as the warmer weather tickles their senses. We, as parents, search for new, creative experiences that our children will enjoy. Spring offers the perfect time for our children to try their creative thumb. Below, are spring crafts that are sure to keep you and your child busy during the new season. ·...

National Nutrition Month

This is a guest post by Janie, one of our new readers. I’ve always battled with an unhealthy diet. I thought I could always get away with it because I was involved in various sports such as soccer, basketball and baseball but the unhealthy snack habits I developed as a kid started to catch up to me. In college I was not able to be part of an athletic team and the result was pounds starting adding up quickly. That is...

Spring Fun For Kids

Submitted by Lea: Spring is one of my son’s favorite times. After a long cold winter, we look forward to spring fun like our long morning walks (weather permitting, of course – those spring storms don’t always make it easy!), time at the playground, and fun in the backyard sandbox. Bath days are his favorite days in the spring, because those are the days that he gets to go outside and get as muddy as he wants without...

Springtime Family Hiking

Hiking with your friends or family is a great chance to get outdoors, breathe some fresh air, and get active. It’s easy to get started. Just look for a trail in a national park near you! For your first day hike (hiking for a day or less without camping overnight), choose a safe, well-marked trail that doesn’t have too many steep climbs. Otherwise, you’ll get tired too early and won’t make it as far as...

Outdoor Fun For Kids: Frisbee

Playing a game of Frisbee is a great way to spend time outside on a beautiful spring day. Just grab your Frisbee and your family and you’ve got yourself a game! One of the best parts about Frisbee is that you probably know more than you think about how to play! Like how to throw a backhand: Just stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, point yourself sideways, place your index finger on the outside rim with your...

Back Yard Birding: Part One

Spring is a great time of the year to use your back yard (or local park) to observe, learn about and enjoy our feathered friends. As you begin to enjoy the beauty of birdlife around your home, you may wish to improve the “habitat” in your yard so that more birds will visit your property. You can attract birds by placing bird feeders, nest boxes, and bird baths in your yard, and by planting a variety of trees,...

Backyard Birding: Part Two

***Please read part one first.*** Don’t forget water! The best way to provide water to your feathered friends is with a bird bath. BACKYARD BIRD BATHS Kindness is a birdbath. Your little circle of clean, cool water under a leafy branch is a kindness to the birds, because fresh clean water can sometimes be the hardest necessity for birds to come by. And it’s a kindness to yourself and your family, too, because...

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