This May Be Parents’ Most Important Back-to-School Responsibility

By now, most of us have sent the kids back to school with backpacks full of new supplies and words of encouragement and support. Along with giving our children everything they need to have a successful year, we are also…

Here’s How To Get Your Children Reading More This Summer

With school out for the summer, children are soaking in the sun and playing outside with their friends. Let’s face it, the last thing on their mind is schoolwork or reading. While it’s important to give your children time to…

Go From Summer To School With Backyard Science

Depending on where you live, school may be starting soon — if it hasn’t already – but the summer months are not over yet. The dog days of August can bring hot days and boredom and with them whiny kids…

Bluebirds—A Family Entertainment and Education Opportunity

By Mark Fike I run a youth outdoor club and each year we partner with a local building supply chain and receive donated supplies for the youth to build bluebird boxes. The activity teaches the kids how to use tools,…