 | Toddler activities need to keep their attention and should be easy to plan. Love and laughter should be the end result. Simple activities and play are perfect for the toddler age. By Belinda J Mooney |
Sometimes, all it takes is a simple bubble recipe to keep the kids entertained for hours. By Michael O'Hearn |
There are some simple little hand games that serve as learning and memory tools for kids, and kids really enjoy possessing these "special" tricks. By Lucy Oliveri-O'Hearn |
Learn how to make puppets to encourage creativity and fantasy within your child. By Michael O'Hearn |
For children not old enough to attend formal schooling, there are still multiple learning opportunities available throughout the day at little to no cost. By Jennifer Erchul |
Consider incorporating toys into play to create educational activities for your kids. Any toy can be used to boost a child's cognitive development, says toy evaluator and tester Ellen Metrick. It's how you use it that makes the difference. By Barbara Smith Decker |
Now that it's nearing fall (and soon after that winter), I know I need some fresh activities to do with my daughter while the weather starts getting cooler. Summer was fun, but living in Colorado, our outdoor swim days are long gone, and so are many of our other outdoor activities. |
Age-appropriate art activities will help your little ones master fine-motor skills and help them learn about cause and effect as they make changes in materials (and make messes in your house!). By Jill Jolton |
Exercise and eating habits that could prevent lifelong obesity take root early, so pediatricians are urging that 3- and 4-year-olds get at least one hour of active play each day and eat five servings of fruits and vegetables. By Christina Elston |
 | What kind of outdoor play equipment is best for babies? Here are some easy guidelines for parents and babies to have fun together outside. By Alice Langholt |
