Don’t hit the beach, pool or park without these summer safety staples. Sunscreen Spray bottle of water Bandages Gauze Antibiotic Ointment (polysporin) Rubbing alcohol (if child gets splinter or steps on a nail) Tweezers (pulling splinters, removing ticks) Hydrocortizone Cream & Benadryl (bug bites and bee stings) Summer lets kids splash and play all day, […]
 National Creamsicle Day celebrates a tasty summer cooler. The heat and humidity of August beckons you to discover, and to enjoy, a summer cooler. A creamsicle is an excellent choice. This is one of several chilly ice cream and frozen snack days to enjoy on a hot, sticky August day. Just make sure to […]
Three easy activities build writing skills now and prepare your child for school this fall. • pad of paper • markers • paintbrush or craft sticks • water or ice cubes 1. Travel Reporter. Whether you’re heading to the beach or the backyard, bring along a pad and markers for your child to record the experience. Remember, her first […]
Sun, s’mores, and a few kindred spirits may seem like all a kid needs to have a great time at summer camp. But as we heard when we asked for your best off-to-camp ideas, a few simple preparations can make a big difference in your child’s experience. On the following pages, our readers share their […]
Chronicle vacation days and create a book of warm memories to share in any season. Whether your child’s heading off to camp, taking a family vacation, or simply enjoying what your neighborhood has to offer, collecting and preserving summer mementos will give her a sense of time, perspective, and history. And assembling a scrapbook with […]
Don’t be nervous — these fireworks aren’t the exploding kind. In fact, they’re meant to be grabbed (and eventually eaten!). Made from candy rolls, they add a sparkling touch to a Fourth of July party.   Roll of candy (we used Life Savers) Colored tape Foil party picks (we got ours at gourmac.com)  […]
 Red, white and blue construction paper A paper plate Scissors Glue Optional – glitter  Cut a large hole in the center of the paper plate, leaving the outer ring intact. Cut out a lot of stars from red, white and blue construction paper.  Glue the stars to the paper plate, overlapping to fully […]
 2 pieces of construction paper (the thicker the better) Scissors A hole punch A push-pin A pencil with an eraser Markers or crayons        Start by making two square pieces of paper. To start making a square, put the two pieces of paper together. Fold a bottom corner all the way up across […]
