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March Craft Time

pillowcaseFinal.jpgMarch is full of fun holidays including St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) and National Bubble Week (March 7 – 13). Spruce up your home with this super cool pillowcase.

Avoid March Madness: 15 Places For Preschoolers

phoPKzoo.jpgJust because it is cold and rainy outside doesn’t mean you and your preschooler have to be stuck inside the house. Whether March is lion or lamb-like, we’ve rounded up some of the area’s best indoor play spaces, children’s museums, and even a few outdoor activity options.

Kids Talk: What would make you feel most loved?

phoPKriya.JPGParents and Kids magazine visit Mrs. Wagoner's fourth-grade classroom at Margaret A. Neary Elementary School in Southborough and asked: What would make you feel most loved? If you'd like to have P&K Editor Heather Kempskie visit your classroom, let us know!

In My Heart: Valentine’s Day Clay Heart

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Show some love by letting your children create colorful hearts out of clay. Kids will have making the clay and then decorating with thier own special touches.
 

Celebrate the Chinese New Year: Easy-to-Make Eggrolls

phoPKtiger.jpgAs 2010 ushers way to the Year of the Tiger on February 14, families can explore this cultural celebration by spending time together, tasting new food and wishing friends luck in the coming year. What are the traits of the Tiger? How can you make your own egg rolls?

Winter Babies, New moms: Easy Ways to Break Out of Hibernation

 phoPKbaby1.jpgHaving a winter baby can be difficult for new parents because you’re likely to be stuck inside more than you’d like. However, it’s important to get out of your house, socialize with others, and take care of yourself. Here are some ideas for a quick, rewarding escape.

25 Places to Go and Things to Do for $25

phoPKcarle.jpgA tight family budget doesn’t mean that you and the kids have to hibernate this winter. Here’s a rundown of local activities that can be done for $25 or less -for a family of four. Because cheap fun means you can have more fun!

Family Fun: Glitter Snow Crystals

snowflake4.jpgSnowflakes and children are a lot alike – no two are ever the same! Bring the beauty indoors with this special glittery snowflake design.

Harry Potter Exhibition at the Museum of Science

Faithful fans of the Boy Who Lived and who love all things Hogwarts, Quidditch and wizardry are going to feel the magic at the Boston Museum of Science’s (mos.org) new visiting collection, Harry Potter: The Exhibition.

Twenty Places To Go and Things To Do To Make Special Holiday Memories

phoPKwinter.jpgNew England is a wonderful place to celebrate the winter holidays for families. From seasonal performances, light displays, and treats galore; there are so many activities to choose from! It was hard to pick the best holiday events, but to help you get in the spirit of the season; here are twenty of our favorites.

10 Great Movies to Watch with Your Grandkids

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phoPKmarypoppins.jpgGet the grandkids together for movie night at your house. We've assembled our favorite picks for your viewing pleasure including classics like Mary Poppins and some newer picks like Kung Fu Panda.

Celebrate Grandparents with ‘Wind Beneath Your Wings’ Windchime

craft_supplies.jpgGrandparents and their grandchildren can spend the day together making this unique craft. Time spent sharing family stories, either in Nana’s kitchen or at Papa’s workbench, will create enduring memories and constructing the project with delicate yet sturdy hands will teach patience and diligence.

Kids Kitchen: Honey Bear French Toast

Make a yummy treat together.

Life as an Individual: Local 13-year-old inspires others with comic

phoPKwichacaba.jpgThirteen-year-old Hunter Triplett of Newton lives life as an individual. As an extremely mature, yet playful, student in the seventh grade at S.A. Day Middle School, Hunter wants to encourage other kids to be original.He's doing it with his own comic.

25 Places to Take Your Kids in New England Before They Grow Up

swan boats.jpgAs you make your summer vacation plans, here’s a list of 25 places in New England that are not only fun to visit , but are important to do with your kids before they grow up. All will make memories that your kids (and you!) will remember for a life-time.

Disney Magic or Disney Drama?

jodi.jpgMy first trip to Walt Disney World was quickly approaching and according to most parents, I was doomed. I had not booked one (important) thing. Then a miracle happened. Local mom Jodi Grundig agreed to help me. Click on the video on the homepage to hear our conversation.