I know from experience that being outdoors helps kids feel less irritable and sleep better. But don't take my word for it; researchers have also found that when parents encourage kids to engage in ...

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Explore backyard summer fun for kids with outdoor activities, screen-free games, arts, and crafts that spark creativity and keep kids active all summer long! Summer is here, and that means sunshine, ...

There’s nothing quite like spending time outdoors with your kids, especially when you can turn your backyard into a place for both fun and learning. Sometimes, the best memories come from simple ...

Co-authored by Priscilla Li, MD, and Eunice Y. Yuen, MD, PhD Screen time is used to describe activities that involve devices with screens, including cellphones, televisions, and computers. With the ...

My friends, we have passed the halfway point of summer. If you have children in your life, perhaps they are currently enrolled in an enriching camp experience, or tramping through the great Alaska ...

Don’t forget to check out free activities that might be going on in your area like the local theater, library, and community events. While the temperatures have dropped there are still plenty of free ...