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a family: dad, mom, young son and daughter sitting in the tailgate of their car looking at a map. text on the photo says Spring Break Ahead.

Put a plan in play for spring break travel time and rainy days

Mar 15, 2023

With the countdown to spring break fast approaching go-time, thinking through ways to bridge the less action-packed moments can keep things relaxing for everyone. Exploring the state or the globe I...

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Sparkly ideas: Light up the season with gifts that pay more than they cost

Dec 14, 2022

Heat up the cocoa, cue up the carols, and be fa-la-la-la inspired to go “most meaningful” with presents. Give inexpensive gifts that create big learning By all accounts and measures, dollars aren’t...

family at the table celebrating Thanksgiving dinner with decorations of paper turkey hats and paper feather garland over the table

Color Thanksgiving every shade of fun

Nov 09, 2022

Whether hosting or guesting, staying home or hitting the road, holidays can get crazy busy. In the run-up to Turkey Day, gather ways to learn and play on the fly. Or with just a little planning. Ho...

Mar 15, 2023

Put a plan in play for spring break travel time and rainy days

Dec 14, 2022

Sparkly ideas: Light up the season with gifts that pay more than they cost

Nov 09, 2022

Color Thanksgiving every shade of fun

Jun 08, 2022

Simple, low-cost, kid-friendly card games help sharpen skills during long break

Mar 14, 2022

Find lots of fun ways to help kids learn shapes and be ready for math, reading, and more

Oct 16, 2021

Part 2: Cursive comeback suggests handwriting still matters

Oct 08, 2021

Kids need both digital learning and fine motor skills developed in other ways

Oct 07, 2021

Putting together fun and skills: puzzles offer not-so-puzzling, really big benefits for both kids and adults

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