Family Time Posts

With today’s busy schedules, children are spending more and more time in front of the TV for entertainment. But it doesn’t have to be like this, families are learning to turn off the TV and spend valuable time together doing other things and having fun together. Take the kids outside at night with a blanket and lie on the ground and count the star constellations, see how many the kids know, and se...

Camping with kids can be extremely fun and easy. The easier it is, the more fun for all. Get your kids involved in the planning from the very beginning - where to go, what to eat, what to pack, etc. Keep it fun and simple by planning ahead and pre-packaging most of your meals so you have time for fun with your family. Keep the menu easy. The basics are always the best. Here are some suggestions. K...

Family trips are considered an annual event for most families.  Family trips bring siblings and parents closer by spending quality time with one another.  The hardest part of a family trip is deciding where to go.  Each family member may have a different interest; therefore, it’s important to pick destinations with an array of activities which may include historical sites, adventure...

Today’s world is so dominated by television that sometimes we forget that watching TV as a family often stifles communication, interaction and does not provide the ideal environment for family growth.  So turn off the television once in a while!  There are things to do as a family that both kids and parents can enjoy together.  Depending on the age of the children, families should s...

In the world of video games and computers, thinking of activities to do with your child can be overwhelming.  To get a few ideas, the internet is a good place to start.  There are many inexpensive activities for younger children that are great fun.  Give them a bucket of water, some paint brushes and paint rollers, a sunny day and they can "paint up a storm for hours.  Together...

Summer is a supposed to be a fun time for kids.  But with gas prices so high, how can parents keep summer fun, without busting their budget.  Let’s take a look at some low-cost, fun activities for kids.Neighborhood, Park, Shopping Mall or Inside the House Scavenger Hunts are always a big hit for young and old.  This takes some planning but is well worth the effort.  Having one ...

Having a scavenger hunt can be fun and exciting. It is appropriate for every age level. There are so many different ideas to do with these games, and they hardly ever get boring. You can have a scavenger hunt at a birthday party, a graduation party, a holiday party, a family reunion or any kind of celebration. A few friends can even get together and have a scavenger hunt on their own. You can have...

This is a fun activity for all ages.  We created sand-castings of our hands, mounted them on a stick and used things found in nature to create a base.  Here's what you need:Sandy shore (moist is somewhat better)Seashells, stones, glass beads (we brought our own seashells as many of the beaches prohibit picking seashells from the shore)Plaster of Paris (available at any craft store)Plasti...