Don't Let Your Pumpkin Go to Squash! Clever Uses Post-Carving
After the excitement of carving your spooky jack-o'-lantern, you're left with a pile of pumpkin g…
🍁 Your Family’s Ultimate Fall Bucket List — Free Custom Printable!
Fall is calling! 🍂 Apples, pumpkins, crunchy leaves, cozy nights … and yes, maybe a pumpki…
S'mores, Zucchini, and Space Scandals? 10 August Holidays To Celebrate
Are you ready to soak up the last bits of summer fun this August? Well, get those shades on because we…
Easy No-Bake Desserts Kids Can Make + Printable Recipe Cards
Looking for easy no-bake dessert recipes kids can make themselves? These fun and simple treats are perfec…
America’s Ice Cream Obsession: The Most-Loved Flavors in Every State
National Ice Cream Month is July, and what better way to celebrate than with your favorite frozen treat?…
Sponsored Blue-tiful Fun! 6 Smurfy Projects Packed With Creativity & Kindness
The Smurfs are back—and they’re bluer, bolder, and more heartwarming than ever. To celebrate…
June 2025: 10 Can't-Miss Holidays & Events for Families
June is here — "goodbye" school year, and "hello" summer adventures! From Pride…
Summer Reading Programs + Free Printable Reading Challenge for Kids!
It can be a challenge to keep kids busy all summer long, and of course we've all heard about the drea…
7 Ideas to Get Kids in the Garden — Plus 3 Themed Gardens They'll Love
Starting a family garden has loads of benefits. There’s the unbeatable freshness and health perks o…
Creative Ways for Kids to Upcycle Old Clothes
Spring is finally here and for many of us, so is that annual spring cleaning ritual. One of the big areas…
☘️ Free Personalized St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Letter for Kids!
We’re over-the-rainbow excited to share a magical St. Patrick’s Day surprise for kids! Lucky…
March Must-Do Celebrations: 9 Special Days for Families
March is one of those in-between months. For many of us, it's a transition from winter to spring. Sno…
Pets Give Unconditional Love — Time to Return the Favor
National Love Your Pet Day on February 20 is the perfect excuse to shower pets with love. But let’s…
Game Day Just Got Better: Free Scavenger Hunt Printable for Families
Are you excited about Game Day? Of course, you are. Whether you’re here for the nail-biting touchdo…
Think INSIDE the Box: 20 Rebus Puzzles for Families and Kids
When I was a kid, I always dreamed of becoming a detective. I loved solving problems, spotting patterns,…
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?…
Want to Crush Your Family Goals This Year? Try Vision Boards
The new year is here, and let’s be real — it’s equal parts exciting and overwhelming. A…
Free Printable Bookmarks Inspire Kids With a Fun Reading Challenge
Is your child’s reading routine in need of a refresh? Whether they’re exploring books indepen…
Stop the Winter Break Meltdowns: 10 Genius Hacks For Every Parent
Winter break: The magical time when kids are home 24/7, the snacks disappear faster than snow on a sunny…
3 DIY Gifts Kids Will Love Making (and Grown-Ups Will Love Receiving!)
Nothing says “holiday magic” quite like a gift made by little hands! Homemade gifts are heart…
Unwrapping December: 10 Holidays and Events for Families to Explore
Welcome to the magic of December! A month brimming with festivities and heartwarming gatherings — bu…
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