Activities, Games, Hobbies
Sports Gifts - Ideas for Your Tween
If your tween is into sports, consider these ideas for sports gifts.
Why Your Tween Should Attend Day Camp
A good day camp can make your child's summer fun and exciting. Here are the benefits of sending your child to a day camp program.
Slumber Parties - Activity Ideas for Girls
Slumber parties are all about having fun. Here are a few activity ideas for your tween daughter.
Fun Birthday Cake Alternatives for Tween Parties
Forget the birthday cake, these birthday cake alternatives are great choices for tweens.
Middle School Activities Your Tween Can Join
There are a number of middle school activities that might appeal to your child.
The Craft Supplies Every Tween Needs
Whether they're for school projects or just for fun, these are the craft supplies every tween needs.
Easter Holiday Fun - Ideas for You and Your Tween
Easter holiday fun for parents and preteens.
Craft Supply - What's In Your Craft Supply Cabinet?
Tweens need certain supplies for school projects, hobbies, and just for fun. What's in your family's craft supply cabinet?
Summer Activity - What Summer Activity Does Your Family Look Forward …
Everyone has a favorite summer activity - what's yours?
Summer Activities for Bored Tweens
Summer fun for the active preteen.
Fun Jobs for Children and Tweens
Tweens can be pretty independent, and many are ready and willing to begin earning their own spending money, or learn new skills around the home. Fortunately, there are numerous jobs for children, and especially preteens, that will get them started on their working life. Remember to be there for your child when he or she begins something new, whether it's working as a mother's helper for a neighb…
How to be a Mother's Helper
Is your tween ready to be a mother's helper? Here's what every mother's helper should know.
Activities for Earth Day - Share Your Ideas on Activities for…
Know of any great activities for Earth Day for parents of tweens? Share your ideas.
Spring Activities for Older Children
The change of seasons always brings plenty of opportunities for children to learn and grow. Spring is a time when we all say good-bye to winter, and welcome warmer weather, flowers and longer days. Welcome the season with these spring activities for older kids.
A Parent's Guide to Summer Camps
Summer camps offer children the opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends, and maybe even establish a little independence from mom and dad. But finding the right camp, and preparing your child for the experience can be quite the chore. You can make the process a bit easier on yourself and your tween with just a little preplanning. Below...
Nature Activities for Home, School or Anywhere
Teach your tween the joys of being outdoors with these fun nature activities.
Car Activities for Kids - Share Your Ideas on Car Activities for Kids
How do you keep your children busy on a long road trip? Share your ideas on car activities for kids.
Winter Activities for Families with Tweens
If the cold winter months are taking their toll, it's time for you and your tween to enjoy a few fun winter activities.
13th Birthday Party - What Did You Do For Your Child's 13th B…
The transition from tween to teen should be celebrated. How did you help your child celebrate his or her 13th birthday? Share your ideas on throwing a 13th birthday party.
How Did You Plan and Pull-Off Your Tween's Surprise Party?
Have you thrown a surprise party for your tween? Tell us how you did it, and kept the secret from your child.
Winter Activity - What is Your Family's Favorite Winter Activity?
What does your family look forward to during the winter months? Share your family's favorite winter activity or winter tradition.
New Year's Traditions - Share Your Family's New Year's Traditions
Does your family enjoy watching the Times Square Ball drop? Do you watch a special movie on New Year's Eve? Share your family's special New Year's traditions.
Traveling with Kids - What's Your Secret to Traveling with Kids?
How do you make the most of a long car trip or plane trip with your children? What's your secret to traveling with kids, keeping them happy, and most of all, enjoying the trip together?
Plan a Fun Thanksgiving for Kids
Tweens often loose interest in the Thanksgiving holiday, but you can plan a fun Thanksgiving for kids and put your tween to work at the same time.
Halloween Traditions - What are Your Favorite Halloween Traditions?
What do you look forward to during the Halloween season? Is it visiting a pumpkin patch, or making your own costume? Share your favorite Halloween traditions.
Tween Birthday Party Ideas - Great Tween Birthday Party Ideas for Old…
If you're planning a birthday party for an older child, consider these tween birthday party ideas.
Great Ideas for Tween Birthday Party Favors
Looking for ideas for tween birthday party favors? This is where you can share your ideas, or find out what today's tweens want in their goody bags.
Share Your Best Ideas for Tween Halloween Costumes
Share your best ideas for fun and creative tween Halloween costumes.
Birthday Party Locations - What Are the Best Birthday Party Locations…
Find out what parents of tweens think are the best and worst birthday party locations for the preteen age group.
Fun Themes for a Tween Birthday Bash
Every party needs a theme. Here are a few for your tween to consider.
Easy to Make Tween Costumes for Halloween or Just for Fun
These easy to make tween costumes are easy to make and are perfect for Halloween, parties or just for fun.
Tweens, Halloween and Making the Most of the Autum Season
Making the most of Halloween, tween style!
Great Tween Party Ideas
Ideas for hosting a tween party and picking a theme.
Birthday Ideas for Older Children
Throwing a party for a preteen can be fun. Here's what you should know.
No Tween Left Inside
Nature Deficit Disorder is common among tweens. This resource helps parents and teachers by offering up ideas and suggestions to help preteens plug back into nature.
Fun Items for Preteen Party Favor Bags
Throw a great preteen birthday party with these ideas on stuffing a great goody bag.
Tween Volunteerism
More and more schools are requiring tweens to volunteer. Inspire and help your tween make the most of the experience.
Pumpkin Activities for You and Your Tween
Make the pumpkin the center of fun activities this fall.
Helping Tweens Celebrate Halloween
They might be too old to dress up but tweens can still celebrate Halloween.
Best Family Vacation - What Was Your Best Family Vacation?
What was the best trip your family ever took? Share your best family vacation memories here.
Easy To Make Halloween Costumes - What are Your Ideas on Easy to Make…
Halloween is as much fun as ever, but it doesn't have to be expensive outfitting your tween. What are your ideas on easy to make halloween costumes?
Easy to Make Halloween Costumes - Share Ideas on Easy to Make Hallowe…
Halloween is as much fun as ever, but it doesn't have to be expensive outfitting your tween. What are your ideas on easy to make halloween costumes?
Locker Decorations - What Locker Decorations Did You Buy for …
Decorating a school locker can be fun. What locker decorations did you buy for back to school?
Halloween Party Games - Share Your Favorite Ideas on Halloween Party Games
Share your ideas on great Halloween party games.
Ideas for Valentine Boxes - Share Your Decorating Ideas for Valentine Boxes
Are you creative? Is your child? Share your decorating ideas for valentine boxes.
How to Make a Chef Costume
Be a chef for Halloween, here's how.
Activity Ideas for a Kids Halloween Party for Tweens
Tweens love Halloween parties. Here are a few ideas to get your party off the ground.
How to Make a Lifeguard Costume
This easy to make lifeguard costume is perfect for Halloween.
Locker Tips Every Tween Should Know
If your child is headed off to middle school, these locker tips will come in handy.
Haunted House Ideas - Share Your Ideas on Making a Great Haunted House
Share your haunted house ideas with parents who are thinking of creating a house of horrors.
Show Love - Fun Ways to Show Love to Your Kids
Every day ways to show love to your growing preteen.
Activities, food, fun, gifts and more - with preteens in mind.
It's all about the Holiday Season, and having fun with your tween.
Back to School Fun for Tweens
Make going back to school fun for your tween. Here's how.
Before the Party Review Sleepover Rules
Discuss sleepover rules before the party begins.
Tween Gifts That Rock
Why is it that once our children become tweens, gift giving becomes a chore? It was easy to please your son or daughter when they were younger. Most of the time, a Barbie, Tonka Truck, or Play Doh would do the trick. The tween years present careful consideration to gift giving, whether your buying for your child or someone else's.
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Free Things to Do This Summer with Your Tween
Interested in summer fun on a budget? A few ideas on free things to do this summer with your preteen.
Slumber Party Success
The key to a great sleepover is planning ahead.
Ideas for Great Teacher Gifts
These ideas for teacher gifts are fun to give and to receive.
Going Green with Kids
What to go green as a family? These tips will help get you started on going green with kids.
Tween Holiday Activities
Fun Christmas activities for tweens and their families.
Location, Location, Location
Pick a fabulous location for your tween's next party.
Psychological Benefits of Being Physically Active
Physical activity has many psychological benefits for tweens, including enhanced mental health and higher self-esteem. Learn why your tween should be physically active.
Girl Gift Ideas - Girly Girl Gift Ideas for any Occasion
Girl Gift Ideas - Girly Girl Gift Ideas for any Occasion
Get Ready for Summer, Now!
Is your family looking forward to the summer months? Here's how to get ready for summer now!
What Your Tween Can Learn from Pet Ownership
Owning a pet can help tweens grow in a number of ways.
Having Fun Over Winter Break
Is your child ready for two weeks off from school? Here's how to have fun over winter break, and enjoy time together.
Winter Holidays - What Does Your Family Do Over the Winter Holidays
The winter holidays can be a great time to take a trip, relax together or get caught up on family business. What does your family do over the winter holidays?
Child Volunteer - Does Your Child Volunteer?
Does your child like to volunteer? Share your experiences and tips on child volunteers.
Make Your Family Vacation Tween Friendly
Planning a family vacation? Even older kids can have a great trip, as long as you prepare.
Winter Movie Choices for Kids and Families
The long winter months just call out for movies. Here are some winter movie choices for kids and families.
Thanksgiving Activities for You and Your Tween
Thanksgiving only comes once a year. Make it fun for your preteen with these Thanksgiving activities.
How to Make Autograph Pillows
Need a fun craft idea for your preteen? Here's how to make autograph pillows.
Valentine Snack Mix
Need a treat for a Valentine's Day Party, or just to celebrate? This Valentine Snack Mix recipe is super easy to make.
Fun Valentine's Day Activities for Tweens
Every season has it's celebration, and winter is no different. Valentine's Day is a fun annual event that preteens still enjoy. If your tween is looking forward to Valentine's Day, consider these Valentine's day activities for kids.
Throw a Great Classroom Valentine Party
Are you planning a Valentine party for your child's classroom? Here's your planning guide.
Ideas for a Valentine's Day Party for Tweens
If your preteen wants to throw a Valentin's Day Party, here are a few ideas to get the party going.
What You Should Know Before You Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
Make the most out of cutting your own family tree.
Enrichment Activities - Ideas for Preteens
Enrichment activities can be fun and educational. Here are a few ideas for your middle schooler.
Decorating Ideas for a Valentine Box
Does your child need to make a valentine box? Here are a few decorating ideas.
How to Make Choco Tacos
Your tween can make this mexican inspired dessert at home. Here's how to make delicious choco tacos.
Fun Halloween Games for Kids
Have fun this Halloween with a few fun games.
Summer Boredom Busters Your Tween Should Know
These boredom busters may pump a little excitement into your child's summer vacation.
Non-Candy Halloween Treat Ideas
Halloween treats without the sugar.
Find a Camp Program for Your Tween
There's something for everyone when it comes to summer camp programs.
What Kids Learn from Running a Lemonade Stand
A lemonade stand is a great way to teach kids about economics and even philanthropy.
Seasonal Activities - Ideas for Tweens and Their Families
Seasonal activities for preteens and their families.
Easter Traditions for You and Your Tween
Include your tween in these Easter traditions this year.
Indoor Activities - Fun Ideas for Tweens
Indoor activities will keep your tween busy on rainy days, or when the weather is too cold for outdoor play.
Simplify Your Holiday Plan with These Shortcuts
The holiday season is always a busy one, with one commitment, responsibility and get-together after another. When you have children, there's even more to do and enjoy. But you can simplify your holiday plan by taking a few short cuts. Below are ways you can give yourself a little extra time to spend on yourself, with your kids, or preparing for...
Christmas Caroling Tips and Ideas
Does your tween want to christmas caroling? These ideas will make for a fun and memorable experience.
Hot Chocolate Recipe
During the winter months, there's nothing quite like hot chocolate. This easy recipe for hot chocolate is a great treat for kids.
Spring Break Fun for Preteens
This year, have a little spring break fun with your preteen.
Recipe for Christmas Snack Mix
Great as a gift or just for snacking, here's an easy-to-make Christmas snack mix for kids or adults.
Nature Gift Ideas for Children
Are you shopping for a preteen who loves the outdoors? Here are some nature gift ideas you should consider.
Sleepover Food Ideas for a Great Tween Party
Sleepover food should be tasty and fun to eat.
Gifts for Artists - Creative Gifts for Artists or Artists-to-Be
Gifts for Artists - Creative Gifts for Artists or Artists-to-Be
Helping Kids Volunteer - Kids, Volunteer Opportunities and Tips
Helping Kids Volunteer - Kids, Volunteer Opportunities and Tips
Packing for Camp - Leave These Items at Home
Packing for camp gets your child in the mood for adventure. But be sure he doesn't bring these items with him to summer camp.
Make a Fun Summer Camp Care Package for Your Tween
Ease summer camp homesickness with a fun camp care package.
Is Your Child Going to Camp this Summer? Don't Despair, There's Plenty to Do
It can be difficult for parents when their child is away at camp, but going to camp is a great experience for kids. Here's your guide to making it through the separation.
Snow Day - How to Prepare for an Unexpected Snow Day
Snow Day - How to Prepare for an Unexpected Snow Day
Does Your Tween Want to Go to Camp this Summer?
Why your child should go to camp this summer.
Should Your Tween Attend a Co-ed Camp?
Co-ed camps aren't for everyone. Here's what parents should consider.
Winter Fun - Ideas for Kids and Families
You can have fun this winter by making the most of the cold weather.
What you should before, during and after summer camp.
Get the most out of the camp experience by applying these tips.
Summer Camp Movies for Your Preteen
Summer camp movies help set the stage for summer fun.
End of School Year Fun and Activities
Make the most of the end of the school year. Have a little fun!
Theme Ideas for a Fun Slumber Party
For tweens, nothing beats a slumber party. Here are a few ideas on how to throw a memorable sleepover.
Fun Party Activities for a Tween Birthday
Celebrate your tween's birthday with a few fun party activities.
What to be for Halloween? Ideas for Your Tween
Is your tween asking what to be for Halloween? Kids can make their own costumes, with a little inspiration. Here are a few ideas.
Easter Fun for Older Kids
Easter is a time of celebration and inspiration. Here' how older kids can still have Easter fun.
How to Make a Dead Bride Costume
Looking for a ghoulish Halloween costume idea? Here's how to make a dead bride costume.
Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Tweens
These scavenger hunt ideas will keep your tweens busy for hours.
Weekend Fun with Your Tween
The weekend can be a lot of fun for tweens. Here's how to have some weekend fun with older children in mind.
Plan a Nature Scavenger Hunt - Here's How
If you spend time outdoors with your tween, a nature scavenger hunt is a fun idea.
Travel Destinations for Families with Tweens
Tweens love to travel and these destinations are just right for their age group.
A Day Off From School - A Guide for Parents and Tweens
A day free from school is an opportunity for fun and even a little family bonding.
Costume Suggestions - Tips for Tweens
Don't get caught unprepared for Halloween. Costume ideas are everywhere.
Creative Themes for Halloween Parties
If you're going to throw a Halloween party this year, you'll need a few good theme ideas.
Halloween Tips for Tweens
A few tips will get your tween in the mood for Halloween.
Friendship Fun for Tweens
It's time for a little fun with friends, tween style.
Tips on Making the Most of School Tryouts
If your tween wants to tryout for a play or a school team, here's what he should know.
Slumber Wonders - A Book About Sleepovers for Tween Girls
Help your tween make the most of a sleepover party with this handy guidebook.
Make the Most of the School Band Experience
Joining the middle school band or orchestra can be a of fun and rewarding for your tween.
Plan a Great Summer Trip with Your Tween
Make the most of your family's summer trip.
Holiday Movies Your Tween Will Love
Watch a few holiday movies with your tween and enjoy the time together.
How to Avoid a Bad Halloween - Tips for Tweens and Parents
There's no reason your tween has to have a bad Halloween. Here's how to make sure the evening is fun for your tween.
Christmas Break Fun for Tweens
Make sure your child doesn't spend Christmas break in front of the television. Consider these fun ideas instead.
Fun for Tween Girls - Activities, Projects and More
It's easy to keep your tween daughter busy. Here are a few projects to get you started.
Help Your Child Battle the Post Holiday Blues
The post holiday blues can strike anyone, even kids. Here's how to prevent it.
Have Fun on Your Child's School Break
Take advantage of a school break to enjoy time off with your tween.
Is Your Tween an Overscheduled Child?
Try to avoid overscheduling your tween. Every child needs down time, and time alone.
Fun Retro Games for Tween Parties or Activities
Retro games are great for parties, classroom activities or just for fun.
Fun Night Activities for Kids
Night activities can be fun and get your child out of doors for a little while.
Summer Jobs Your Tween Will Love
Your tween is old enough to find his first summer job.
Amusement Park Fun for Tweens
Having fun at an amusement park is easy with these tips.
A Parent's Guide to Middle School Sports
The benefits of participating in middle school sports.
Middle School Events
Attending school events is a part of the middle school experience.
Make Your Tween's First Day of School a Hit
Don't let your tween's first day of school go by without your support.
How to Have Fun When Your Child is Sick at Home
Don't let your child get bored if he's sick at home. Here are a few ideas to make the most of the situation.
Enjoy a Spooky Halloween with Your Tween
Begin celebrating Halloween early in October so you can have fun all month long.
Beach Fun for Preteens
Heading to the beach? Here's a few ideas on having fun at the beach with your child.
Gift Ideas for Tweens Who Love Animals
Does your child love pets or animals? Consider these fun gift giving ideas.
What to Do if Your Child is Sick on Halloween
Being sick on Halloween is a disappointment, but there's still a lot your child can enjoy.
Winter Break Jobs for Preteens
Your tween can earn a little money over winter break, or help out the family by taking on these winter break jobs.
Storm Activities for Tweens Stuck Inside
Weather can keep your child indoors for days at a time, be prepared with these fun storm activities.
Charitable Gifts for Tweens
Give a great gift that does some good. We have a few ideas on charitable gifts for preteens.
Make the Most of a Camp Fair
A camp fair can help you find the perfect camp for your child.
Answers for Your Summer Camp Questions
Make sure your summer camp questions are answered.
Review of Let's Go Outside!
Get your children outdoors and having fun with this wonderful resource.
Summer Camp - Common Problems Tweens Face
Prepare your child for problems that might arise at summer camp.
A Great Summer Camp Experience for Your Child
A great camp experience depends on a little preparation ahead of time.
Summer Camp Safety Tips Your Tween Should Know
If your tween follows these safety tips, you'll have no reason to worry while he's away at summer camp.