PLAY IN THE DIRT WITH YOUR KIDS IN FIVE EASY STEPS
STORY: Sue Rodman
Kids are natural gardeners. They love to dig in the dirt, pick dandelions and try to catch butterflies as they flit from plant to plant. Gardening is also a great way for them to learn about the environment around them, increase their awareness of where food comes from and gain healthy eating habits. We […]
A PERFECT LITERARY CHECKLIST FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES
STORY: Sue Rodman
One of the easiest gifts an adult can give a child is to read to them. It’s an activity that can be done as soon as they’re born and can continue long past the time they’re old enough to read themselves. According to a Kids & Family Reading Report by Scholastic, the majority of both kids […]
SEVEN WAYS KIDS CAN GIVE BACK ALL YEAR LONG
STORY: Sue Rodman
It’s time for gift-giving, and in addition to showing people we care through presents, parents often look for ways to teach their children about the less fortunate through volunteering. But kindness is a year round endeavor. These seven organizations offer ways that even the youngest child can practice empathy no matter what month it is.
Locks of […]
SIMPLE WAYS TO TEACH KIDS PROPER ETIQUETTE
Etiquette expert Peggy Newfield has trained more than 10,000 Atlanta children to be more confident and considerate individuals.
STORY: Sue Rodman
Every parent hopes to raise a polite and well-mannered child, but in our go-go-go society, it’s not always an easy task. […]
FIVE OUT-OF-THE-ORDINARY DAY TRIPS YOUR KIDS WILL FLIP FOR
Head south to Milledgeville for a day of fun paddling on the Oconee River.
STORY: Sue Rodman
When lazy summer days at the pool start to get a little old, it’s time to plan a fun day trip with the kids. There’s no shortage of museums and attractions in Atlanta, but why not break out of the […]
QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN CHOOSING YOUR KIDS’ CAMP PROVIDER
A day at Trinity School Summer Camp includes swimming and other fun sports.
Parents put a lot of time and energy into researching child care options for their children, but that same effort doesn’t always go into where the kiddos will attend summer camp. Recommendations from friends are a big plus, but parents should do their […]
SIX WAYS TO BRING ATLANTA’S PAST TO LIFE FOR YOUR KIDS
In “Gatheround,” children and parents alike can learn about events surrounding the civil rights movement in Atlanta.
Whether you’ve lived in Atlanta your entire life or are a recent transplant, teaching children the history of our community is important to a prosperous future. Most kids, however, will tell you they don’t like history, primarily […]
5 KID-FRIENDLY ICE CREAM PARLORS IN BUCKHEAD
Sprinkles Cupcakes
W hat better way to bring the hot Atlanta heat down a few notches than with a cool ice cream cone? Buckhead has both traditional ice cream parlors, as well as some upscale treat shops with unique kid-friendly ice cream desserts. Try one, or better yet, try them all this summer!
STRESS-TAMING SERVICES FOR KIDS AND TEENS…
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Children and teenagers today are busier than ever. Schoolwork and after-school activities keep them on the go constantly. Just like adults, kids can certainly enjoy a bit of pampering to keep their stress levels down. Why not indulge them in one of these experiences to take a break from the madness?
Manicure and Pedicure
Sugarcoat ($30)
A manicure and pedicure […]
WHERE TO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN WITH KIDS
The air has finally turned a bit crisper. The leaves are beginning to change, and the best part of fall, for some, is Halloween. Buckhead residents and businesses go all out for this spooky holiday. Just drive through any of the neighborhoods, and you’re bound to see everything from whimsical yard displays to downright eerie haunts. To get the most […]
