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Staying Cool in the Heat

by Christina Mack

August 26, 2008

My older daughter can't play outside for more than 10 minutes without complaining that she's hot. I often think it's a clever plan to make me turn on the hose and fill up her splash mat, but some days it can get pretty hot outside. Instead of falling back on the same sprinkler or pool, maybe it's time to think up some new ways to cool off. Here are some ideas for playing outside without  Read more...

Buried treasure

by Christina Mack

August 08, 2008

Yesterday I gave some ideas on how your preschooler can dress up and play pirate . But we all know the thing pirates want to do more than anything else in the world is search for buried treasure. Why not give in to your child's desire and put together your very own treasure hunt! First, you'll need to gather trinkets. You can either stop by a dollar store near you to pick up some  Read more...

Visit A Far-Off Land Without Leaving Your Backyard

by Christina Mack

July 17, 2008

Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons Isn't it amazing how a simple backyard can be so many things to an imaginative preschooler? When she's digging in her sandbox, our backyard is a beach. When she's kicking her soccer ball around, the yard is a soccer field. And sometimes the yard is a jungle where she looks for wild animals (and a not-so-subtle hint to us that it's time to mow the grass).  Read more...

A True Sign of Summer: Fireflies!

by Christina Mack

July 04, 2008

When I was a kid, I remember the fireflies (or lightening bugs) coming out as the sun went down and the sky darkened on those warm nights. It seems like they always appeared right around the beginning of summer break. I don't know if I'm just living in an area where there aren't as many now, or if the fireflies are taking longer to come out, but I've only noticed their soft yellow flashes in  Read more...

Go Camping in Your Own Backyard

by Christina Mack

June 27, 2008

I recently discovered that tomorrow, June 28th, is the date for the Great American Backyard Campout . Organized by the National Wildlife Federation, this annual event brings awareness to outdoor family activities and learning about our natural world. Personally, I think this is a great excuse to pitch a tent in the backyard and make s'mores. For my preschooler, camping is a really fun  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in columbus

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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