Summer camp is a place to have fun, make memories and even work toward a successful career. Millions of adults, former campers and camp instructors themselves, credit these experiences for shaping who they are today. That’s why so many insist Read more…
If you’re a young adult and looking for work, you have plenty of options. You can choose part-time jobs with flexible schedules that allow you to attend college. You can also choose full-time work that doesn’t require an advanced degree. Read more…
When children express an interest in sports, parents have some decisions to make. One of the more important ones: Should they play multiple sports or would it be better to choose one sport and focus on that? Here are some Read more…
Now that the summer is in full swing, there are no shortages of ways to spend time with family. Special July days abound, and although Independence Day is the biggie, there are others during this mid-summer month. Some are thoughtful, Read more…
The Continental Congress voted for independence from Great Britain on July 2, 1776. On July 4, 1776, they adopted the Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson. We celebrate this every Independence Day. Independence Day became an official holiday in Read more…
“Mom, I’m bored.” How many times have parents heard that one? As a rule, bored kids aren’t happy kids. Long summer days are more enjoyable for the whole family if kids spend their free time in meaningful ways. And keeping Read more…
Summer camp is a good experience for kids of all ages and especially teenagers. The reasons teenagers should attend camp range from social/emotional benefits to practical skills and physical activity. Kids between the ages of 13 – 18 are on Read more…
Like camp, making smores or lazing around the pool, family road trips are a staple of summer. Some parents might say, “How to survive a road trip with kids? Take separate cars.” All kidding aside, here are some suggestions for Read more…
Dozens of interactive, popular online camps keep kids under 15 learning, socializing and having fun. All from the comfort of their own home, while on vacation or anywhere they find themselves this summer. Depending on your child’s age and interest, Read more…
Parents who enroll their kids in summer camps consider many factors that will enrich their children’s lives. Arts, sports and STEM subjects are a major draw. They want their children to thrive in scholastic, athletic and artistic endeavors. Certainly, these Read more…