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Start a Tradition With Your Grandchildren
Turn a simple activity into a legacy that's treasured for life
Art projects, movies, and walks around the neighborhood are great, but it's the special, original, even offbeat activities that bring you closer together. Personal traditions ... read more
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Activity Idea: Go Fish!
A fishing trip is a fun way to spent time with your grandchildren. Never baited a hook before? Not to worry — it's reel easy.
Imagine a day that's made up of fresh air and sunshine, no cell phones, video games, e-mail, or blasting TVs. It's just you and your grandchild — fishing poles in hand & ... read more
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Back-To-School Crafts
Clear out the summer cobwebs with a lesson in creativity your grandchildren are sure to enjoy
As summer winds down, back-to-school season arrives, with its robust mixture of excitement and trepidation. Here are three craft projects that can help your little ones get in ... read more
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A History of Kids' TV
Loved Fred Flintstone but thumb your nose at SpongeBob? A look at the evolution of children's TV finds that American Idol is sometimes pretty much like The Mickey Mouse Club
When Linda Cibotti was a kid in 1950s Quincy, Mass., she loved the newfangled entertainment of kids-only TV. The boxy living-room appliance with all the dials and space-age an ... read more
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Know Your Noodles
Shopping for pasta with your grandchildren? It's a chance to teach them some Italian phrases and share a few laughs.
You love cooking with your grandchildren almost as much as you love sharing a meal with them. And there are few meals children love more than an Italian feast featuring their ... read more
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Mocktails, Anyone?
Salud, cent'anni, l'chaim! Here's to a celebration that includes the grandchildren.
Shirley Temple, take a bow ... and step aside. Some new entertainers have taken center stage. The effervescent, sometimes sparkly, always refreshing, and totally nonalcoholic ... read more
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Take A Hike (No, Really!)
Traipsing the trails instills a sense of patience, thought, and most of all, togetherness
Mary Yeo didn't discover hiking until she was in her 40s. Now 72, Yeo is still an avid hiker and mountaineer, but these days, the Maine resident often brings one or more of he ... read more
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Grandparents Day Is Coming Soon!
The 29th annual nationwide celebration of grandparents takes place on September 7
It all sounded so official in 1979, with words and phrases like "whereof"' and "hereunto" and "joint resolution."
But when President Jimmy Carter signed the proclamation crea ... read more
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Finding Your Thrill on Blueberry Hill
Ditch the supermarket and go for the real deal at a berry farm
Luscious and lovely, blueberries are truly the crown jewel of summer fruit; their shape even mimics a crown. Whether baked into a pie or devoured by the handfuls, these irresi ... read more
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Goin' to the Drive-In
Drive-in theaters celebrate 75 years of window-scratching speakers, floppy hot dogs, mini-golf ... and passion
Despite years of darkened screens, the drive-in movie theater is alive and well — and enjoying a resurgence as a great place to take the grandchildren. In fact, thi ... read more
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Fourth of July Crafts
Try these fun and easy star-spangled projects
The centerpiece of many Independence Day celebrations is the backyard barbecue — a glorious opportunity for family members of all ages to enjoy a day together.
Each of ... read more
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Minding Their Manners
Grandparents play a vital role in modeling good etiquette
The grandparent, the brother, the aunt, or the perfect stranger ... at one time or another, everyone has witnessed the phenomenon that is a misbehaving child. Screaming at the ... read more
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How To Bond From A Distance
You may be separated by miles, but you can create a close connection with these innovative ideas.
When it comes to forming a bond with grandchildren across county and state lines, calling little Annie to ask, “How was your day at school?” won’t suffice. U ... read more
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Father's Day Crafts
Forget the tie. These gifts will make any Dad or Granddad a happy fellow.
Poor Dad! When I was growing up, his day was always an afterthought. For Mom, there were plans for flowers, breakfast in bed, and elaborate plots to surprise her with dinner o ... read more
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Pet Projects
When it comes to gifts for your grandchild's four-legged friends, it's time to get crafty
Pets can be wholeheartedly important in the life of a child. While working on these projects, talk about why you enjoy sharing your home with your feathered or furry pal.
Kee ... read more
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100 Things To Do With Your Grandchild This Summer
Get ready to have some fun in the sun. There's something for every grandparent and grandchild on our list of oh-so-simple summer activities.
Set up a lemonade stand. Make unusual flavors like apple lemonade and pineapple lemonade along with the traditional favorite.
Stare at clouds. Make up stories a ... read more
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Hello GrandMuddah, Hello GrandFaddah
Summer Camp: The pursuit of spontaneous fun
Anyone who has ever been to camp remembers the intricacies of packing a trunk and anticipating a summer of excitement.
While much of that prep work has remained the same, su ... read more
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Memorial Day Crafts
For Decoration Day, pay homage to the family heroes with these meaningful projects
My grandson, Cameron, is obsessed with his favorite superhero, Spider-Man. The red-suited character has an awesome costume, climbs walls without any assistance, and shoots web ... read more
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7 Tips for Fantastic Photos
Sometimes it takes more than a cute smile to make a great picture. Here's how to take your best shots.
1) Know Your Camera
If you have family coming over for a visit, take some time beforehand to read the camera’s manual, charge its battery, and make sure to have an emp ... read more
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Picture This
No matter what your skill level, you can pursue photography with your grandchildren
Nancy Carr and her three grandchildren never go anywhere without their cameras. Even little Leo, who is now 2 years old, has been wearing a camera around his neck since he sta ... read more
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