Photo by Flickr user Asimetrica Juniper When it comes to having fun in the summer your options are anything but limited. There are so many fun family activities you can do that it can almost seem overwhelming. Here’s just a few that top our lists: Water Parks Water, water everywhere! In the summer sun there […]
The pre-teen and teenage years can be a tough and confusing time for children and parents alike. Right on the cusp of adulthood, yet not quite ready to handle the responsibilities that “real life” has in store for them. Summer can be especially challenging as they are not quite at the age yet to take […]
Prime your kids for a brighter future in school and the workplace by encouraging them to enroll in camps and classes featuring technology and computers. By ActivityHero Staff How many times can you hear the Angry Birds sound effects (wheeeeeeee), see the blank texting face, and put up with the Call of Duty marathons before […]
Summer has finally arrived, and for many eager kids, it’s time for camp. Before you drop your child off at their camp for the summertime, make sure you pack all of the necessary camp items to ensure your little one has a comfortable stay. When packing for camp, save yourself an extra trip to drop […]
The backyard is where many families spend the summer soaking up the sunshine and enjoying their time together on the weekends. Although not all families enjoy creating their own fun and just looking to get away from the heat, none of the families that have relaxed at the pool, tossed a Frisbee, or similar action […]
Every day on the news there is another sad story. Families put in devastating situations, children being abused or disposed of like some sort of unwanted possession, and even more horrifying stories that needn’t be repeated. How do you explain tragic events to your children? We hold our children’s hands, attempt to catch them every […]
Did you know that just by signing up for camps and classes through ActivityHero, your school can earn money? Not only does ActivityHero help you find the best camp or class for your child where you can search by date, age, activity, location, and even extended care; you can also see ratings and read reviews […]
Let’s face it, some days kids just don’t want to move… and I can’t say I blame them. But part of a healthy lifestyle is keeping kids active. As parents, we need to make sure that we are motivating our kids to stay healthy & happy. When we move, we feel better. Here’s some ideas […]
It’s easy to throw in the towel when life has got you down. Just remember that it’s never too late to turn your day around. Here’s 10 simple ways you can instantly improve your day: Get Outside Fresh air does wonders for the body, mind, and soul of children and adults alike. It’s a known […]
Mom spends her days (and nights) taking care of everyone else, so who makes sure Mom is taken care of? In other words, if we don’t take care of ourselves, who else is going to? Every Mom needs a night out. We need to get away, even just for a little while, to keep our […]
One of the main challenges in engaging children in healthy activities is finding activities that you can do together. With a house to keep clean, errands to run, and projects to work on—in addition to parenting, it can be difficult to find time to do everything we need (and want) to do. Getting kids in the […]
When it comes to keeping kids active, it can be quite a hassle to get them away from the screen. However, one of the biggest challenges that I have found as a mother is not getting them off the couch, but figuring out what to do with them when they do! They need constant engagement […]
With more and more people getting busier than ever, wouldn’t it be nice to spare an hour or two to bond with hubby and kids and enjoy the blessings that cooking together has to offer? Cooking and eating with the family yields many benefits—not just for the body but for the soul, too. Aside from […]
“What a child doesn’t receive he can seldom later give”. – P. D. James Children and Art Children and art just go together like strawberries and cream. All children like to get to grips with things that squidge and slide and slip and if the result is something they can keep and can take home […]
Exercise does much more for kids than keeping them in shape. It is a practice that can center their body and mind as a whole. Essentially, their minds can use as much physical exercise as their body. Bench pressing 50 pounds in a short amount of time isn’t necessarily going to help them cram for the […]