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    25 Best Back-to-School Finds at Costco

    Don’t forget Costco when you’re tackling that back-to-school list: The warehouse club carries more school supplies than you might expect, with prices that are often lower than Amazon, Walmart, Target, and other major retailers — especially if you can divvy…

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    25 Things to Buy at Walmart for Back to School

    You may not be done with lazy pool days, but the nation’s biggest retailer, Walmart, is already geared up for back-to-school shopping. Like rival Target, note that some of Walmarts cheapest back-to-school deals are available only in store (think composition…

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    15 Activities to Do with Your Grandkids This Summer

    Fresh air, sunshine, and fewer extracurricular activities make summer the perfect time for you to spend more time with your grandkids. The following list includes activities you can do with all ages of grandkids. So roll up your sleeves, kick…

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    31 Spectacular Free Fireworks Shows for Fourth of July

    Fourth of July festivities include concerts, parades, and other patriotic displays, but Independence Day is a dull cookout if there aren’t any fireworks. Those fireworks are at their best when you don’t have to pay admission to see them, which…

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    13 Signs That It’s Time to Consider Senior Care

    The decision to move a loved one into a senior care facility can be a very emotional and stressful decision. “While there is great talk about “aging in place” or staying in the home as long as possible, the truth…

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    20 Cheap or Free Things to Enjoy on a Snow Day

    Stuck at home on an unexpected day off from work or school? Netflix binges are definitely a strong contender for snow days, but there are plenty of other ways to pass the time that are productive, creative, and fun for…

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    Charlotte Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    On those downright exhausting days when you struggle to find time to feed yourself, the idea of cooking dinner for the family may seem like a nightmare. Fortunately, you can…

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    23 Most Magical Toy Stores to Visit

    Toys ‘R’ Us closed its doors for good earlier this year, but there are still plenty of great places to find toys these days. Independent toy stores across the country…

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    30 Fun Free Attractions for Kids Across the Country

    Nearly every parent relishes an opportunity to do something for free (or very cheaply) with their children. Given how much it costs to raise a child, especially if they pursue…

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    Houston Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Frugal families need a special treat every once in a while. Take advantage of a night out at one of many restaurants in Houston where kids can eat free or…

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    Los Angeles Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Cooking at home may be the most economical option, but sometimes we all just need a break. Luckily, many restaurants offer free or discounted meals for kids during the week…

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    San Antonio Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Sometimes any excuse to get the kids out of the house is a good one, but when free food is involved, there’s no excuse necessary. San Antonio has many restaurants…

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    Sick of PB&J? Try These Easy and Creative School Lunch Ideas

    These days, many children are exposed to fusion cuisine and multicultural dishes from a very young age. Packing something different from the typical brown-bag lunch is a fun way to…

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    The Biggest Health Hazards Facing Your Kids Today

    From accidents and illnesses to injuries and infestations, the world can attack your kids in a million different ways. Since you can’t protect them from everything, your best bet is…

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    15 Most Extravagant Preschools in America

    To many families, preschool is a chance for tots to get used to a classroom setting, carry a cute backpack, and make some haphazard art projects. But that’s not always…

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    18 Lunch-Box Staples That Are Surprisingly Bad for Your Kids

    Fruit roll-ups, granola bars, yogurt tubes and mac n’ cheese cups are just some of the food items marketed to children for lunchtime. Unfortunately, many foods aimed at kids are…

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    13 Ways Technology Can Get Your Kids Outside

    The abundance of technology available to kids these days — iPhones, iPads, gaming apps, and even televisions — can often be daunting for parents, particularly when it comes to encouraging…

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    18 Ways to Distract Your Kids From Technology This Summer

    Prying a child away from a smartphone or iPad may be easier said than done, but it can certainly be accomplished. And there’s no better time than summer, when kids…