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50 Fun and easy ways to play outside this summer

Even though the weather has been gorgeous here in Southern Minnesota this month, lots of moms are reporting that they're having a hard time...
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Sing physics and chemistry carols with the kids!

Here's a great way to combine some seasonal fun with science. Learn some physics and chemistry carols!From "The 12 Days of Physics"...
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50 Fun things to use with play dough

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  • November 13, 2011
Playdough can be great fun for kids, but it can get boring after a while. Add some creative tools, and it becomes all new again.Here's 50 fun...
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The Purple Cabbage pH Experiment

Here's a fantastic science experiment that teaches children about the pH scale in a nearly magical way.You'll need: One small head of...
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35 ways to use pumpkins for crafts, entertaining, education and more

It's pumpkin season! Pumpkins are good for so much more than just jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin pies. You can use them for crafts, decorating,...
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40 Fun and fabulous ways to celebrate fall with your children

Fall arrived this week in Southern Minnesota with crisp temperatures and frost warnings. With it come dozens of wonderful ways to celebrate the...
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Ten terrific ways to connect with your child in September

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  • August 29, 2011
September is one of Minnesota's nicest months, and it's filled with opportunities to spend some fun time with your child.Here's 10...
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Review: Birdcage cards offer educational fun

Birdcage Press recently sent our family an assortment of packs of educational cards to try out, and they've been a big success at our...
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Five fabulous finds for children at thrift stores

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  • August 17, 2011
We regularly hit up Mankato thrift stores to find really fun and unique items for the kids to play with. We rarely look in the toy section though -...
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Review: Art Ditto teaches art masterpieces through memory game

Looking for some hands-on ways to teach art history in your homeschool? Birdcage Press offers a plethora of fun ways to do just that, including the...
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