Spring is the time of new life, and often the time that people end up getting pets for their children. Having the responsibility of a new pet is great, but don’t give your child more than they can handle – for their age or their temperament.
1. Fish – most people think of fish as a [...]
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Playing games is good for kids. It increases their stamina. It increases their skills. Now some are saying that playing strategic games, like chess, will actually make kids smarter. The problem that many of the researchers run into is that the smart kids are the ones that enjoy playing chess. The question still seems to [...]
Birthdays around our house are a family affair. For months before the big day, the kids discuss the theme for the party (mom and dad try to come up with creative ways to bring the theme to life for as little as possible). Looking over the internet or through magazines can be a great source [...]
Christmas is creeping up on us, and now the big toys companies are having recalls by the dozens (or at least that is how it seems). How are parents suppose to buy something that they can feel safe with their children using? I think science toys and practical (wood working, crafts, etc) is the route [...]