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Find creative ideas for family fun—from seasonal crafts and outdoor adventures to games and activities that bring parents and kids closer together.

Ready, Set, STEM! Create a Hydro-Dipped Science Gift

The National Inventors Hall of Fame aims to inspire young innovators everywhere. Show your child how fun STEM can be

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Help Your Student Make the Most of Their Summer (and Still Have Time for Fun)

After the long months of quarantine, children and parents alike are ready to get out of the house this summer

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14 Ways to Virtually Celebrate Teachers During COVID-19 

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week and with many schools remote or following new safety protocols because of COVID-19, we’ve all gotten

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Coffee Compost: Exploring the Science Behind Composting

When you think about saving the planet, you might think about reducing carbon emissions by carpooling, riding a bike, or

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5 Reasons Your Child Should Listen to Podcasts

During the pandemic, as we were debating our next venture in the world of children’s educational entertainment, we decided to

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Digging into STEM

Create and then excavate your very own ice ball! This family activity teaches kids about the science behind glacier excavation.

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Jump-Start the Arts With the Whole Family

During these difficult times, emotions can run high. Art has always been an emotional outlet, especially for the youth, and

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5 Summer Vacation Ideas the Whole Family Will Enjoy

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic disrupting traditional summer vacation plans this year, many parents might be thinking about skipping a

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3 Cool Summer Crafts For Some Family Fun

School is finally out for the summer and suddenly the kids are at home 24/7 with no distance learning to

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9 Quarantine Ideas for Father’s Day

It’s time to celebrate our dads and with the start of summer, there are several fun things you can do,

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