Recreation

Six Super Sidewalk Games

From hopscotch to kick-the-can, traditional games teach kids problem-solving, social skills – and fun!

Juliette Guilbert

Making Family Hiking More Fun and Educational

Explore these eight ideas for making the most of an outdoors trek with your kids, sure to capture (and hold) their attention!

Kimberly Blaker

Classic Card Games for Kids

Boost children's math, strategy and agility skills with War, Go Fish, Old Maid, Speed and Crazy Eights.

Bill of Rights for Young Athletes

Ensure your kids' extracurricular sport experiences are positive with this guide from Michigan State University.

Institute for the Study of Youth Sports

How to Train Your Dragon Movie Preview

The new animated film's stars talk about their medieval movie – and how it'll resonate with kids and parents alike.

Chris Azzopardi

Home Field Day

There's no need to wait for the school fun: Try these three field day-inspired events right at home!

Kristen J. Gough

Cabin Fever Cure

Family starting to go stir-crazy? Try out these 30 sanity-saving ideas to salvage winter fun!

Lou Credeur

Ice Skating Primer

Slip on your mittens, lace up those blades and get the family gliding in these seven steps.

Kim Kovelle

Christmas Characters Unveiled

This holiday season, teacher your kids the "back story" on Rudolph, Frosty and Santa Claus.

Ken Marten

Board Games for Family Fun

Whatever your family's idea of fun and games, go directly to these nine cool choices perfect for any game night!

Kim Kovelle