Active Play

As a parent, you can encourage family fitness through competition, games, and rewards to build healthy habits for life. After all, sitting on the sidelines cheering on your favorite pro-sports team or at your child's soccer game has its place, bu...

These days, many parents know the benefits of bolstering their kids' interest and talents in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) world. Yet, they aren't sure how and when to start. The truth is, it's never too early to start eng...

Looking for some classic outdoor games kids can play in the driveway or on the sidewalk, just like the good ol' days? From hopscotch to bubble-blowing contests, here's something for all ages. Best of all, you don't need a lot of equipment or a bi...

Straight JumpingDirections These rhymes can be used by individual jumpers and by children jumping in groups. I love coffee. I love tea. I love the boys (girls), And the boys (girls) love me. Postman, postman, Do your duty. Send this letter To...

Speed JumpingDirections These rhymes can be used by individual jumpers and by children jumping in groups. Twirl the rope very fast after saying the word pepper and count to see how many fast jumps the jumper can make before he trips. Mabel, Mabel...

Action JumpingEach of these rhymes is meant for group jump rope. As everyone chants the rhyme, the jumper jumps while dramatizing the actions. I'm a little Dutch girl dressed in blue. Here are the things I like to do: Salute to the captain, bow t...

Fidget spinners can be found everywhere you look lately, but there are a few hidden costs to this trend. The dangers of fidget spinners aren't just limited to annoying teachers and frustrating parents. Parents have reported chipped teeth, cuts, b...

When it comes to screen time and kids, it isn't all bad news. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidelines on how to make screen time healthy and educational.