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Awesome Austin’s Best Hidden Hiking Spots
McKinney FallsZilker Botanical Garden One thing that sets Austin apart from other cities is the number of ways to get outdoors while being smack dab in the city center. Several hiking trails lie hidden just off the beaten path. Pack snacks, sunscreen, and...

10 Things Your Kids Should Know About 4th of July
Independence Day, celebrated on July 4, is a time for families in Austin to come together and honor the nation's history. For young Austinites, understanding the significance of this day can foster a sense of pride and patriotism. Here are 10 essential facts...

Crack The Father’s Day Gift Code
Father’s Day is almost here, and what better way to celebrate dads than with a heartfelt gift? However, dads are notoriously hard to buy for, either because they say they do not want anything or already have everything. For this reason, we created this Father’s...
Lifelines

Unforgettable Summers Start Here
If you think back to your childhood, what do you remember the most about summer? We likely...

Adventures in Babysitting
Between Zoom meetings, grocery shopping, and an overflowing calendar, an idea comes to...

Best Summer Camp for Your Kid? Here’s How to Pick!
Summer in Austin means Fredericksburg peaches, a plunge into Barton Springs and the annual...

Give Kids Something To Laugh About
Sometimes life can be difficult. Whether we are feeling anxious about current affairs or dealing...
Education

Discover the Best School for Your Child
Choosing the best school for your child can be one of the most significant decisions you’ll...

When Does a Tween Become a Teen?
I picked my son and a few of his friends up from middle school to drive them to an...

Protect Your Kids From Explicit Content
My oldest daughter was exposed to pornography at the tender age of 9. She invited a friend...

Planning Ahead for Summer Learning
Summer offers a particular allure; the days are longer, and anything fun...
Family Matters

What are Signs of Childhood Depression?
Q I’m a single mom with two boys. George is 8-years-old. His brother Larry is 10. While...

7 Tips to Help Kids Overcome Negativity
Q Our 10-year-old son, Scott, is negative about his abilities. He says he is not smart...

Dad’s Guide to Celebrating Mom and Step Mom
Q My wife and I have a blended family. We each have kids from previous marriages and a child...

How Can Kids Help the Earth?
Q Our 8-year-old daughter Olivia saw a television program about the environment. The show...
KidZone

4th of July Fireworks in a Jar
Celebrate the Fourth of July with a spark of science and a burst of color! This hands-on...

Stitch a Smile: Crafting an Embroidered Flower Hoop for Mother’s Day
Mix creativity, fine motor skills, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and...

Make Bluebonnets That Last Forever
Make bluebonnets that will bloom long after the real flowers have given way to summertime heat....

Make A St. Patrick’s Day Bouquet
Kids can transform 2D paper into beautiful 3D flowers, exploring creativity and engineering...