Figuring out how to save money while raising a family is no small feat. The average cost of raising a child born in 2015 through age 17 is $233,610, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. And that doesn’t include paying for college. Whether you’ve got one child or a growing brood, it pays to … Read more
As a parent, your kids are the light of your life. Some of that light, however, can quickly start dimming when you’re forced to keep them indoors for days on end. This may be due to illness, school closure, or anything else that might spring up unexpectedly, but no matter the cause, it’s important to … Read more
If you travel with kids, then you may have found cheap family vacations more difficult to arrange in recent years. The price hikes for trips during school breaks are well documented, but there’s also the steady upward trajectory of the costs of food, accommodation and entry to attractions — all of which add up when … Read more
Another Round Indoor Mini Golf West Dallas Help the kids burn off some energy with a game of concentration as they make their way through 12 holes of indoor mini golf. Some are easier than others – one of the holes has you fighting your way through curiously placed traffic cones, while another has you … Read more
Learning activities may take place everywhere, not only at school. You are your child’s teacher when they are at home. However, everything doesn’t have to seem like a lecture from a textbook. By presenting the educational activities as fun time, you may enthuse your kids about learning something new. Try out some of these fun … Read more
Kids are more successful in school when parents take an active interest in their homework — it shows kids that what they do is important. Of course, helping with homework shouldn’t mean spending hours hunched over a desk. Parents can be supportive by demonstrating study and organization skills, explaining a tricky problem, or just encouraging … Read more
We know…kids are expensive, so we’ve put together the top FREE places you can visit all year long. Museum of Natural History The Museum of Natural History at the University of Michigan is a museum must. The recently renovated museum offers three stories of breathtaking exhibits featuring life-size dinosaur fossils, natural life, and a planetarium. … Read more
Most kids struggle with homework from time to time. But kids who learn and think differently may struggle more than others. Understanding the homework challenges your child faces can help you reduce stress and avoid battles. Here are some common homework challenges and tips to help. The Challenge: Rushing through Homework Kids with learning difficulties … Read more
Break out your scissors, glue sticks, and googly eyes! If you’re looking for fun and creative ways to keep your kids entertained at home, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of 31 arts and crafts for kids that require just a little help from you. Let’s dive in! 1. Pompom Ice Pops Get ready … Read more
This collection provides a list of free educational resources for K‑12 students (kindergarten through high school students) and their parents and teachers. This page is being updated and cleaned up during the COVID-19 crisis. Please tell us if we’re missing something valuable. Below you will find free video lessons/tutorials; free mobile apps; free audiobooks, ebooks … Read more