4 Ways to Get Your Child Started with Coding
Computer programming isn’t just for college students and hackers. Here are four engaging ways to get your kids started with coding. By Ashley Wang It’s pretty clear by now that technology is a force to…
Category Archives: Camps
5 Ways to Save on Summer Camp
Want to pack your kids' summer with fun -- while staying on budget? Check out these 5 tips to save money on summer camps, from the experts at ActivityHero.
Summer Camp Tips for Shy, Quiet Kids
Worried your child won't warm up to summer camp? Here, top camp directors share secrets for helping shy kids step outside their comfort zone.
Is Sleepaway Camp Right for My Kid?
Considering exploring overnight camps for your children this summer? Two directors share tips to prepare kids for the positive experience of a lifetime.
Tax Deductible Summer Camp and Childcare: Things to Know
Did you know that some summer camps and after school activities can qualify as childcare for tax purposes? Find out more about what to ask your tax preparer.
SF Bay Area Summer Camp Fairs 2018
Hey Bay Area! Get a chance to meet camp directors and ask questions by checking out a local camp fair. It's a great opportunity to discover new camps and plan a summer your kids will love.
Top 10 Winter Camps in the SF Bay Area
Find out which types of winter camps fill up first, and discover popular winter & holiday break camps in the San Francisco Bay Area.
World Holidays for Kids: Books, Movies & More
Are you interested in helping your children become “global citizens”? The holidays are a nice time to enjoy our own traditions while exploring others, too.
14 Christmas Classics to Spark Kids’ Holiday Spirit
Are there any favorite titles from your childhood that you haven’t yet shared with your kids? Dip into this list for some old-fashioned holiday fun.
10 Media Choices for Kids Going to Sleepaway Camp
These books, movies, and TV shows offer a glimpse into the magical world of overnight camps — and can help ease kids’ minds before packing their bags.
5-Minute Fall Crafts for Kids
Holiday dinners and cleanup leave parents tired … but kids still want something to DO! Here are quick, clever crafts to spark playful fun and learning.
ActivityHero’s May “Free Week of Summer Camp” Giveaway Winners
Every month this summer, ActivityHero is giving away a free week of summer camp. These lucky folks were our May winners: Congratulations to Rachelle O! Her daughter picked Art Camp at Art Bash Studios, San Jose. At…
Create a Boredom-Busting Spring Break Bucket List!
Staying home for spring break? Use these tips to create a "Break-Time Bucket List" that will challenge your family to expand their horizons!
Preparing Kids for Summer Camp: Why Communication is Key
Summer camp is a great experience for kids. The memories they make at camp will be treasured for a lifetime. One question that we hear from parents often is, “How do I prepare my child…
Academic Camp: A Summer “Must” for Curious Kids
Summer academic camps can unite kids with like-minded friends, prevent summer "brain drain," and help them explore hobbies, interests, and future careers!