Is your young child moving for the first time? If so, they may have lots of questions you’ll need to navigate with them. Reading the right books together could help them understand this big life change and work through the big feelings that naturally come with it. We’ve gathered a list of stories you can use to start conversations, set expectations, express and heal grief over the places and people they may be leaving behind—and get them excited about the new adventures ahead!
School is almost back in session. Are you prepared for the year ahead? If you answered no, don’t worry! We’re sharing a back to school checklist that will help ensure your star student starts the year off on the right foot—and your sanity remains intact! Read on for tips on scheduling, meal planning, homework help and more!
Moving can be a big adjustment—especially for children. Regardless of how far you’re moving, the transition may bring up difficult feelings for your kids, so it’s important to reframe their thinking and promote the positive aspects of relocating. There are different strategies and tools for preparing your child, but one way you can help them get excited about the move is to throw them a going away party!
Summer is winding down, which means now is the time to take advantage of your beautiful backyard while you can. When the last of the warm temps and blue skies beckon, you can bring on the family fun with these anything-but-basic backyard activities: Camping. You don’t need to travel far from home to enjoy a […]
Independence Day is right around the corner and you’re searching for new and exciting ways to celebrate with your pint-sized patriots this year. From red, white and blue refreshments and the best USA-themed bike décor to backyard games the entire family will enjoy, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite 4th of July activities for kids from around the web. Read on for inspiration and ideas.
Make moving a stress-free experience for you and a fun one for your kids! Involve them in the process with our 6-week moving checklist for kids 10 and under.
Moving to a new home in a new state can be an emotional experience for anyone, but it can be especially challenging for children who may feel as though they have little say in the decision to pick up stakes. This checklist for moving out of state with kids was designed to help you better prepare your children for moving day—and acclimating to life their new abode. Read more.
You’re counting down the days until your upcoming move, but your teenager doesn’t share your enthusiasm. First, take comfort in the fact that their reaction is perfectly normal. Such transition can be difficult, especially for teens who are already undergoing physical, intellectual and personality changes and may feel powerless over the situation and afraid of […]
It looks like many of us will be at home reconnecting with our kids in the coming months. If you’re home and looking for ways to keep your children engaged, check out these fun online activities they can enjoy from the comfort of your great room. PBS Kids GamesThis site provides colorful, educational games for […]
Food allergies. Orthodontics. Childhood obesity rates… There are so many reasons to steer clear of the candy aisle this Halloween. If the thought of handing out the sugary stuff has you spooked, not to worry! You don’t have to greet trick-or-treaters with candy—or even food—to be among the most popular homes on the block this […]