Goodbye from Your Publisher, and Thank You for the Memories!
Thirteen years ago, I was a stay-at-home mom of three kids, age 10, 9 and 6. I did a lot of volunteering but I was looking for the right opportunity to return to work. My youngest was starting elem…
Playground Guide: Playscape at Ripley and CIP's Accessible Playground
This article includes two playgrounds, both located at 120 Meriam Road. The Playscape at Ripley is a nature-focused public playground. Nearby is a fully accessible playground for child…
What Kids Can Do & Learn at the Discovery Museum in Acton
My family’s favorite way to spend a rainy day is at a museum, and this weekend we checked out the Discovery Museum in Acton. We had the best time exploring, learning, and playing. This intera…
July 4th Festivities in the Acton-Lexington Area
Here's our list of 2026 Independence Day celebrations and fireworks in the Acton-Lexington area! Links for specific details will be added as more information becomes available.Wednesday,…
Playground Guide: Justin Park in Lexington
Justin Park 17 Justin Street Lexington MA 02420Date/time visited: Friday, May 15th 2026 at 10:00AMBathrooms: NoneParking: On streetShade: SomeBenches/tables: BothFenced in: NoAdditional features: G…
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Candy, Kindness & Pie: 10 November 2026 Holidays Kids Will Love
Sure, there’s turkey. But November also brings a pile of leftover Halloween candy and plenty of exc…
50 Halloween Jokes for Kids That Are Frightfully Funny
Print these for trick-or-treat prep, drop one in a lunchbox every day of October or save the whole list…
15 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids (No Sewing!)
Halloween is almost here, and someone still needs a costume. Sound familiar?Good news! You don't nee…
Stuck Inside Again? 70 Easy Indoor Activities for Kids
It's 4:45 p.m., it's already getting dark, and someone just announced they're bored. Again.Ma…
Halloween Movie Emoji Quiz for Kids (Free Printable + Answer Key)
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Looking for easy Boo Basket ideas for kids, friends, or neighbors? Boo Baskets are a fun, inexpensive Hal…
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Tacos, Teddy Bears & Treats: 10 October Holidays Kids Will Love
October goes fast. One minute you’re turning the calendar, and the next the kids are asking why you…
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31 Best Halloween Family Movies for Kids and Teens
October has 31 nights, which means you could technically have a Halloween movie night every single night.…
Free Printable Alert: 25 Fall Activities To Do Before Autumn's Gone
Fall has a funny way of going by way too fast.One minute you’re saying you’ll get to the pump…
How Tall Will Your Kid Be? Find Out with Our Height Calculator!
Have you ever caught yourself squinting at your kid and wondering, “Will they tower over me someday…
2026 Kids' Birthday Freebies: 25+ Free Meals, Treats, & Experiences
Got a September birthday in the house? Here's a list of deals and freebies to grab this month!Confess…
4 Things You Shouldn’t Do When You Wake Up at Night (And 3 You Should)
I was wide awake at 2:47 a.m. last Tuesday. Not drowsy, not drifting. Fully, annoyingly awake, doing math…
Pizza, Pirates & Play-Doh: 10 September Holidays Kids Will Love
Before you fully trade flip-flops for flannel, check your calendar: September 2026 is packed with holiday…
How to Make Bingsu Slime (Yes, the Crunchy TikTok One)
At some point, basic slime stopped being enough. Now there are cloud slimes, butter slimes, floam slimes,…
Families Spend $1,500 a Year on Youth Sports. What About Yours?
Families now spend about $1,500 a year on one child’s sports and activities. But nobody feels that…
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