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Activities
Asked by K.W. from Cleveland
on May 1, 2010
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Hi moms,
I am a stay at home mom of three and I need some suggestions for activities to do around the house with my kids. I've been feeling guilty lately because I'm ...
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- There are some things you can do with your kids while you are doing "chores". We LOVE "I Spy". Not only do we spy colors, but we do shapes, action smells, things that ...
- Playdoh is very popular in my house. I have a 4 and 6 year old and we often do playdoh together. Also we like to do art and craft projects. Outside we have a couple...
- My girls are 3 and 5. I work at night, so usually in the morning, the girls play while I get some stuff done... like laundry, cooking and dishes, maybe vacuum too. T...
Activities
Asked by A.G. from New York
on January 26, 2009
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My family just moved into Newtown a few months back! My son goes to Preschool in Monroe, and I've just been told that he is extremely shy. I knew my son wasn't the lou...
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- I was always worried about my daughter (19 months) being too shy. Early on, I joined our local mom's club and a group run by one of our hospital's lactation consultant...
- Hi A., The Mom's Clubs and Newcomers's clubs usually schedule weekly/monthly activities as well as playgroups. I belong to chapters in Fairfield, but you can find so...
- In monroe there is Playtime Village, which is a big play area that kids under 5 can go to and play with peers...I think their website is playtimevillage.com. It is a ...
Activities
Asked by A.P. from Dallas
on February 24, 2010
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My son will be 4 in march and loves all sports, t-ball is his favorite, I have been looking around on the web but everything I find like city leagues say age 5! Does a...
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- Try your neighborhood YMCA. My son started soccer at 3 and many of the Y's have ballet classes/dance for young girls. It's a wonderful place to be involved daily.
- Have you tried doing a Google search for "youth sports camps" in your area? When my son was 3 he was really into t-ball and I had the same problem as you. They don't ...
- mesquitesoccer.org I believe he can start here at 3 years old.
Summer Activities
Asked by S.B. from New York
on March 24, 2008
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Do you know about any summer activities in Bay Shore,Long Island ?I am looking for swimming lessons, karate and church programs including Sunday School.
Thanks
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- There is a YMCA on W Main Stin Bay Shore. I dont know if they have swimming lessons etc, but they may have something else that may interest you. the phone # is ###-###...
- Hi, there's a YMCA in BAY SHORE 1 East Main Street Suite 246 Tel: ###-###-####. Also, google your town, some towns have their own website that may be helpful with in...
- Hi S., My son goes to Swim America at Armitraj and loves it he also did the YMCA in Bayshore (the classes were too big)it was OK. You can try the town hall (Islip) the...
Need Creative Ideas for Classes This Summer
Asked by E.B. from Philadelphia
on March 29, 2008
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Hello Mamas,
My five and a half year old stepdaughter has somehow convinced my husband and me to forgo camp this summer and let her stay home every day with a babysit...
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- I would suggest checking with your local library. The Chester County library has weekly classes that are very eductional and free. I've seen computer classes, story b...
- I have always been happy with the zoo camp classes at the Brandywine Zoo great for kids who are more into learning than playing sports....the park system also has some...
- Why not try Darlington Arts Center? They have music, theatre and art classes. My boys went to their Summer Camp last year and loved it. Here is their website...they...
Running a Family "Day Camp" for My Kids
Asked by H.?. from Boise
on April 16, 2012
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So I have been reading about all these amazing summer day camps for kids in my area, drama camps, science camps, etc. The trouble is I cannot afford any of them! Ser...
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- I'm with ya! I read about it in Parenting magazine. With some digging, I assume you can find it on their website. Anyway, they suggested inviting friends/fami...
- Get the money upfront to make sure you get paid. I once talked with a group of moms about doing this and only charging $50 per week which really paid me nothing and on...
- Hi H.- What a wonderful idea for your kiddos! I am not familiar with your area...but it brought to mind a story from my childhood.... When my best friend meg ...
Activities for Toddler
Asked by R.B. from Detroit
on September 6, 2007
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Hi,
Up until recently I worked full time and my daughter was in daycare. Now that I am a stay at home mom I am looking for suggestions on activities that I can do w...
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- what i have done for xmas is find crafts online to do.you can do this ne time just look upo crafts for toddlers or perschool they can be fun good luck A.
- We have a rolling 3 drawer cart that my kids call the craft cart. It is FILLED with paper, crayons, markers, stamps, stickers, scissors, playdough, paints ..... My k...
- Hi R., I am a part time working mom, so sometimes it is also hard for me to come up with creative activities to do with my little ones as well. I recently found a gr...
Seeking Fun Summer Activities for 14 Month Old
Asked by K.L. from Los Angeles
on May 20, 2008
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Hi, I'm currently a full time teacher who will soon be off for the summer. I'm looking forward to being able to spend the summer with my son who will be 14 months in...
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- Hi Karin, I hope you have a fantastic Summer. As a teacher, you need to be paid more and given more time off. Well, I will tell you that Stroller Strides is a fan...
- If you're willing to drive a little, you can try the Seaside Lagoon in Redondo. They have a salt water lagoon with fountains, sand swings play structures and a Ruby's...
- We love the water! There's a great play area at Soak City for young children and that's our favorite place. We've had passes since my son was 2, but my daughter has ...
Kaleidoscope Camp (Arlington Hts Park District)
Asked by Y.D. from Chicago
on June 12, 2009
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Hello, have you ever tried the Kaleidoscope camp? I was going to enroll my child there but was told that the camp is taught by college students. This sort of scared me...
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- My twins were enrolled at Kaleidoscope camp in Arlington Hts. at the rec. park location, when they were four years old. Yes, the staff that coordinates the activities ...
- Not necessarily........remember those same young people may be your child's teacher in the next year or two. I would check out what the management of the camp is......
- On the contrary - Kal Camp is wonderful. If your child is outgoing and makes new friends easily, I highly recommend it. The kids have so much fun! If your child is ...
Army Party Game Ideas
Asked by J.I. from Davenport
on June 16, 2009
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Hello Ladies, I am looking for some game ideas for my sons birthday party. He is turning 5 and wants an army party, camouflage. The only theme game thought was pin t...
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- What about a follow the leader type of game but they have to be in a line and do things like march, salute, etc.? Also, you could have an obstacle course they need...
- How about capture the flag? The kids could break into two "armies" and try to capture each teams flag in your backyard. Water balloon fights might be fun for that ...
- Okay, I just read the other responses and see that I am doing some repeating. Sorry. I would second the capture-the-flag idea, too. It is such a hit with my children...
