We in the Family Fun section hope you and your gang had a wonderful Fourth of July holiday. Hopefully you all spent the time enjoying the outdoors, eating good food and watching brilliant firework shows while basking in the glow of our collective independence. The family fun writers took a bit of time away from their own vacations and holiday merriment to grill up a few tasty treats for you, the Families.com reader.
Lauri dishes out some last minute holiday ideas. Even though America’s birthday has past, there is no reason why her ideas can’t be put in motion throughout the warm months.
Summertime is in full swing now and that means fireflies are out in force. Jeff tells of his daughter’s love for chasing, catching and releasing those illuminated critters.
Learn about the history of the word Collage and how to turn this no-wrong-way-to-do-it game and project into a family fun activity for kids of almost any age.
As a big believer in the arts and the importance of introducing children to music, books, sculpture and a variety of great art, it is no surprise that Jeff and his toddler love to get crazy with the paint supplies. Here, Jeff shares the many benefits of letting your son or daughter explore their inner-Cezanne.
Look for a whole lot more from the Families.com FUN blog in the days and weeks to come. Children’s’ book reviews, game reviews and more terrific family activities and outings will be coming your way all summer long!