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Need Ideas for Party Favors
Asked by J.S. from Santa Fe
on May 4, 2009
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My son is turning 3 in a few weeks (!!!) and we're having his birthday party at the swimming pool with all his little friends. We want to have little gifts for his fr...
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- If you do beach balls or floatie type things, bring a sharpie to write the names on them !
- Our cousin just had a party for her daughter. They had 3 books for the children to choose from. The got two small pieces of candy, a book, and they craft they made. ...
- I would imagine that it is ok to have beach balls and floatie inner tube type pool toys. They sell those and other "summer" themed items at the dollar stores (I like D...
Home Party Ideas
Asked by S.W. from St. Louis
on June 29, 2009
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Hello Mamas - My baby girl is turning 6 in July and has asked to have her party at home. Which is fine, except that I don't know what to do with a group of 10 6 year ...
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- S., I think it is wonderful that your little girl wants to have a party at home without the mindset that you must one up all of your friends. It sounds to me like y...
- I think the water toys sounds like a great idea but you need to have some other things in mind, in case the weather doesn't cooperate or the water toys lose their "Mag...
- I think they would have fun. You could add a couple of water games, like water balloon toss, water/sponge relay race, giant bubbles (I've seen them at Walmart). May...
What to Do When It Gets to Hot Outside to Play?
Asked by S.R. from Los Angeles
on April 22, 2009
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I just moved inland and it has been over 100 lately. What can you do with your kids to keep them having fun? I take him outside after 2:00 p.m. .But until then were bo...
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- S., I live in the desert and most of the summer its too hot ofr outdoors. I let them play outside early a.m. and afternoon,or (this may seem odd) I turn on the hose a...
- There has been a heatwave, so it won't be that hot all the time, even in summer. Check local movie theaters in summer - some of them have free kid movies on certain m...
- i used to take my little guy out in the morning. play in the pool, play outside a bit and then go inside for snack time. after that i'd do stuff inside. make a fort ...
Good Places for Camping in Minnesota
Asked by K.N. from Minneapolis
on March 2, 2012
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We just moved to Minnesota from Colorado. My family loves camping and spending the weekends in the mountains surrounded by nature and not much else. I was hoping I c...
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- The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources operates several top-notch state parks. Many offer camper cabins that you can reserve. Close to Minneapolis, try Will...
- Welcome to Minnesota! It seems most of our residents move out to Colorado, so I'm glad to hear some of you guys are moving this way. = ) We have lots of great State Pa...
- I'm not a camper any more, but I have friends who are and I have a Boy Scout. MN has some great state parks and maybe you can check them out online. Most of them req...
Turner falls/Arbuckle Vacation
Asked by R.K. from Dallas
on July 27, 2007
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We're doing our vacation in nearby Turner Falls/Arbuckle area this year - I've been there, but its been several years, and my 4 year old has never been. What should w...
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- We went up there for a day trip on Thursday. I would bring some floats - where we were the river wasn't deep at all, but there were a lot of kids with floats. I woul...
- We took a trip to that area in June. We also went to the Arbuckle Wilderness. Just FYI, it is very run down and in disrepair. It's pricey and the walk through area ...
- I'm so glad you wrote about this! I haven't been to Turner Falls in years. I hope you have a great time. :)
Activities for Bored 2 Year Old.
Asked by B.L. from Missoula
on September 8, 2010
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My son drives me nuts all day long because he wont entertain himself. He has all the toys in the world, but he doesn't really play with them. He doesn't like to color,...
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- When having a 2nd child... the 'expectations' upon the Eldest child... has to be in line with their development and be age-appropriate. Otherwise, both parent and the ...
- A 2 year old will likely not entertain himself. If you sit with him and do the activity with him, you will keep his concentration longer. Having a baby with a 2 ye...
- yeah, two is a bit young to entertain himself. he needs you to engage him in these activities, not just to hand them to him and hope he entertains himself. he wants to...
Games to Play for 5 Year Old Bday Party
Asked by K.G. from Boca Raton
on August 9, 2011
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Hi Moms,
Normally, I do his birthday parties at a indoor place, but this year we have decided to do it at our community pool..It's for about 25 kids (ages3-8).. Th...
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- How about hiding spider man in the pool and see who can find him or them? Making spider man masks. Really at a pool party I don't think you would need many games.
- Old fashioned games with prizes are always good- Who can walk on a line and balance the most pennies on a spoon? Plain Sight- show them a small toy or object - ...
- I would let the kids just play in the pool, with 25 kids they'll surely keep each other entertained and have a blast just swimming and playing in the pool.
Gift for Kid Who Has Everything!
Asked by R.D. from Washington DC
on June 3, 2009
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My daughter will be 6 next weekend, and my husband and I have no clue what to get her. She really has EVERYTHING! We do a HUGE Christmas, and smaller gifts at birthday...
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- R.: Hello and good morning. At six years old - your daughter should NOT have "everything" - as this will lead to her feeling "entitled" to things that aren't her...
- she is old enough to start learning about the value of money, so get her a savings account and a savings bond so that she can afford to go to college. not exciting...
- What about tickets for an event of some sort? I just took my granddaughter to see Annie at the Hippodrome. Or, since she is into girly stuff, how about taking her for...
How Do You Blow up the Pool Lounges Etc
Asked by S. from Dallas
on June 10, 2008
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Sorry this may sound like a stupid question but really how do blow thoughts plastic things up that you use in a pool.I bought one th eother day but have no clue how to...
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- We bought an electric pump from Target for $20. MUCH better than the manual pump. In Target, it's near the swim stuff. Intex Quick Fill High Output Electric Pump
- you can buy a pump for 9.00 in academy :)
- Not a stupid question at all! I bought an electric pump. You can get them by the water toys at Target OR by the camping equipment (air mattresses). I love them! Th...
December Birthday Party Locations for 5Yr Old in Romeoville/Plainfield Area
Asked by M.B. from Chicago
on October 19, 2009
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I am looking for ideas on where to have my sons 5th birthday party in December. Anyone have any ideas where to have one in Romeoville/Plainfield area.
Thank for th...
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- GymQuest - Plainfield around 143rd and Van Dyke Road www.gymquest.com
- Have you considered Pelican Harbor Indoor Party Pool area in Bolingbrook at their rec center? It's a great place and teh kids love being able to swim and splash aro...
- Have you considered the Romeoville Recreation Center? They offer b-day party packages and themes. Here is the number to call if interested: ###-###-####
