Many parents and families of young kids have set their sights on Disney vacations over the years. For scores of people right now, however, those plans are pretty much out the window — or at least put ...

Summer is finally here. The challenge is, how do I keep my children occupied for more than five minutes? I am always searching for new and fun ways to keep them engaged and their imaginations active.

Summer is right around the corner and with it comes warm sunshine, longer days, and endless opportunities for adventure. It's the perfect time for kids to explore, create, and make lasting memories.

We have it on good authority that the long days of summer go by in a blink of an eye when your kid is busy boogie boarding and building sand castles. 3. Play with chalk Hand your kid some chalk and ...

You were once a kid, so you know how it goes: You look forward to summer only to find that you’re bored — a lot. Your little ones are likely experiencing the same thing right about now. So, maybe they ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- There is so much going on this summer and lots of it is perfect for kids. Elizabeth Diffin, senior editor of Chicago Parent magazine, shared a few great events. Any dino-obsessed kids ...

If you’re looking for a spot to beat the heat, there are plenty of places to take a dip or get doused for free or for just a few bucks. “Saratoga Hidden Horseshoes” is an ongoing scavenger hunt where ...

It’s always exciting when the summer season comes around. The kids are out of school, work can get a little easier, and the temperature is nearly perfect. It’s only natural to think about all the fun ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." From fun summer activities perfect for those long evenings to simple indoor games that get the party ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. School is out and summer break has ...

Well, not for the entire summer, because they return to their schools on Aug. 14. Many of us, and our kids, remember the school year ending mid-June and everyone heading back to classes right after ...