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Kids Activities and Play

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How to Encourage Imaginary Play (and Why It’s So Important)

by Liz Hall
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10 of the Best Educational Documentaries for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator

35 of The Best Science Kits for Kids That Make Science Fun

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator

24 Fun & Engaging Science Toys for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
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65 Fun Indoor Activities for Kids to Do on a Rainy Day

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
summer activities for kids

What to Do When the Kids Say “I’m Bored!” This Summer

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
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39 Outside Activities for Kids to Do Independently This Summer

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
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Why Kids Need Risky Play to Thrive

by Gina Rich
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10 Free and Cheap Things to Do in the Summer With Your Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
These money games for kids teach valuable lessons while still being fun.

12 of the Best Money Games for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
These budgeting games give kids a sneak peek into what it's like to live off of a budget in the real world. But beyond learning, these games are also fun!

5 Fun & Educational Budgeting Games for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
The first step in kids financial education is to learn how to distinguish and count money. The following counting money games can help kids master key concepts in counting coins and bills. 

6 of the Best (& Fun!) Counting Money Games for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator

9 Awesome Science Subscription Boxes for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
educational subscription boxes for kids

24 of the Best Educational Subscription Boxes For Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
Get your children's creative juices flowing with these nine art and craft subscription boxes for kids. 

9 Fun Art and Craft Subscription Boxes for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
summer activities for kids

50+ Screen-Free Activities Kids Can Do This Summer

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
14 Fun Addition and Subtraction Games and Activities for Kids: These games and activities make learning addition and subtraction fun for kids!

14 Fun Addition and Subtraction Games for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
19 Fun Counting Games and Activities for Kids: To be able to learn about money, kids first need to know number recognition and how to count. But how to make it fun? Here are 19 fun counting games and activities for kids.

19 Fun Counting Games & Activities for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
money activities

17 Fun Money Activities for Kids

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator
7 Kids Volunteer Activities You Can Do At Home: Families are busy - between work, school, after-school activities, sports, cooking dinner, and trying to stay sane, it's not always possible to have a regular volunteer commitment. Fortunately, there are a number of volunteer activities you can do with your kids right out of the home.

No Time to Volunteer? 7 Kids Volunteer Projects You Can Do at Home

by Kerry Flatley, Certified Parent Educator

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