A News Podcast Just for Kids: KidNuz
While you shuttle the kids to and from school and their activities, podcasts are a great way to be entertained or learn something new. KidNuz is a daily news podcast for kids and we had…
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Recipe Spotlight: A Little Yumminess
Here's a recipe from Stacie Dong and Simran Singh of A Little Yumminess that will get you cooking with your kids and getting them to try a few new flavors.
Using Flexible Spending Accounts & Tax Credits for Summer Camps and After School Activities
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) can be a great way to reduce your taxes while you spend on child care. You can use money from your FSA to pay for summer camps and after-school activities. Certain…
The Origins of your Favorite Christmas Traditions
There are many popular traditions at Christmas, from gingerbread men to ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’. But where exactly did these traditions come from?
Building Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence in Children
Natalie is a high school teenager who believes she is not smart enough. Her parents noticed her self-esteem is low and want to help her regain her confidence. Stories like Natalie’s are not uncommon in…
5 Fun Fall Activities
Get ready for falling leaves, cooler weather, and spooky surprises with these hands-on activities for kids. Leaf piles and pumpkins and no school, oh my! Try one (or all) of these fall ideas with your…
Best Camps, Classes & Kids’ Activities of 2018
ActivityHero announces the best camps, classes, and kids’ activities of 2018 — based on reviews and votes from families. Thousands of parents reviewed and voted for camps and classes on ActivityHero, and the following 36…
Top Winners of $15,000 Business Grant Contest for Children’s Camp and Class Providers
Project Ember and Rock Band Land Win Top Prizes ActivityHero today shared the results of the 2018 Business Grant Contest. Over the course of three months, families voted for over 1,300 children’s camp and class…
7 Clever Ways to Keep Kids Cool on Hot Days
The best summertime activities help your kids beat the heat while having a blast. Here are 7 fun ideas to try out!
Choosing Sports for Kids: 8 Ways Parents Can Help
When kids start to express an interest in sports, it might be hard to know where to start. How do you know if your child is a Steph Curry or a Serena Williams? Here’s some…
Swim Lessons for Kids: 4 Reasons Every Child Should Learn
Swim safely this summer! Learn to recognize the 5 danger signs of drowning and find out how swim lessons promote safety, self-confidence, and more. By The ActivityHero Team Swimming is great way for kids to…
6 Business Ideas for Enterprising Kids
Encouraging kids to think like entrepreneurs teaches them long-lasting lessons about the value of hard work, careful planning, and creativity. By Melanie Hargrave We all remember sitting at the end of our driveways at a…
Kids’ Martial Arts Classes: A Parent’s Guide
Is martial arts right for your child? Here, experts answer common parent FAQs about choosing martial arts program styles, readiness, safety and more.
Thanksgiving kids’ activities inspired by pumpkin spice
Get ready for Thanksgiving Week with these hands-on kids’ activities inspired by Pumpkin Spice and Thanksgiving turkeys. Enjoy the smell of Pumpkin Spice and try one of these Thanksgiving project ideas with your kids. For…
18 Seasons to Harvest Compassion
Help your family grow compassion and harvest the benefits of community service.