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6 Creative Ways to Entertain Kids During Quarantine

Couponing 101

Have Scavenger Hunts. Staying at home can seem humdrum, but going on a scavenger hunt can turn an ordinary day into an adventure. You might put together a scavenger hunt for things kids can find around the house, like “something shiny” or “something soft.” Make an Obstacle Course.

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Enriching Education: How Families Can Make Summer a Season For Building Children’s Language, Literacy, and Learning Skills

Motherhood Moments

While school systems continue to dispatch various resources and approaches to help students catch up, parents and caregivers can support their child’s learning at home—something that’s especially important during the summer when most children aren’t in school. Other fun activities are scavenger hunts and escape rooms.

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Traveling With Kids: Do You Really Need The Gadgets?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

So I make sure to limit his “screen time” (just as I do at home), and provide other ways for him to be engaged enough that he doesn’t need to whine at me every hour. Scavenger Hunt. One of the activities I prepared last year was a look-out-of-the-window scavenger hunt for my son.

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7 Classic Camping Activities to Keep the Trip Fun

Couponing 101

Scavenger Hunts. Scavenger hunts are a fun way to explore your surroundings. Don’t have any ideas of what to include on your scavenger hunt? Sure, you’ve probably enjoyed your fair share of board games at home, but have you ever brought them along on a camping trip? Improv Games. Board Games.

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8 Summer Date Night Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

Connecting with one another, even for a short date or one at home after the kids are asleep, keeps the joy between us. If you have an ice cream maker at home, you can enjoy a cool dessert! You two can go on a treasure hunt. Sure, it can be a bit tricky and some nights we’re tired. However, they have all been worth it.

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March 31 & April 1 | FREE or Low Cost Events for Kids and Families

Family Balance Sheet

Saturday, March 31 & Sunday, April 1, 1 PM | Easter Egg Hunt starts promptly at 1 PM. Saturday, March 31, 11 AM - Noon & Sunday, April 1, 3 - 4 PM | Water Conservation: Reduce your water use at home with money-saving practices (Texas stores only). Registration starts at 12:30 PM. Find 5 eggs. Ages 2 - 10. Thanks for reading.

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Easter Deal: $20 Off Personalized Easter Basket

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If you have little ones at home, you’ll love this Personalized Easter Basket by Krafty Chix! You’re sure to stand out during this year’s Easter egg hunt with your child’s name (or nickname) etched on the front. Easter is less than a month away! Regularly $34.99, get it right now on Jane.com for just $14.99 (+$1.99

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