Green Toys

By Jean Bentley

As Earth Day, April 22, approaches, why not treat your kids with an environmentally friendly toy? Whether made from organic materials or simply an old-fashioned game that encourages playing outside or using your imagination, there are plenty of green toys on the market that will allow your children to be kind to Mother Earth while having fun.

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Have an Active Summer

The onset of warm weather is met by children everywhere with smiles, cheers, and, all too often, hours spent vegging out in front of the TV or playing video games, unwinding after a year of mental exhaustion.

For parents, summer brings with it more work, kids demanding near-constant attention, and the concern that children aren’t getting outside and enjoying the fresh air – not to mention physical activity – nearly enough.

For all of those parents and kids, here are some tips for keeping things fun and fit this summer:

Don’t just model good behavior – get involved.

Families that play together, stay together. Or something like that. Engaging in physical activities with kids is a great way to get them excited and strengthen family bonds at the same time. Trust me, a backyard game of softball with the kids before dinner is a great way to burn calories and create a memory all at the same time.

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Summer Fun

By Stacy DeBroff

For the days when your child’s energy level runs high, look outdoors for entertainment. Start by doing a little research and begin adding dates to your calendar—movie night on the town common, weekly concerts, local baseball games, pool schedules, and nature programs at a nearby zoo or sanctuary. Find out what your community offers kids and take full advantage of it.

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Spring Cleaning

By Stacy DeBroff

Starting a big cleaning project after you've let things go for months can overwhelm you. This time, take extra time to develop an overall structure that will help you restore and maintain order throughout the season.

It may feel like you are too far behind already to spend time making files and reordering drawers, but it's an up-front investment that will pay off with less work and more organization in the long run.

As inspiration, keep in mind the results of feeling less harried, as well as having time freed up to enjoy your child and do things for yourself.

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