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How Pokemon Go brings families together
When Pokemon GO was released last year, kids weren't the only ones saying "gotta catch 'em all".
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Five things your family will learn while hiking together
Hiking might not sound like the most kid-friendly activity, but in my family it's where some of our best moments happen.
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Five-year-old plays 'the greatest game of hide and seek ever'
Most little kids are not very good at hide and seek. They either hide in the same place time and time again, or their giggling gives them away before the finder has had time to count to ten.
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Ideas for hours of fun over Christmas and the holidays
Summer holidays are a child's idea of bliss. With long, hot, unscheduled days as far ahead as they can see, the options for fun are endless.
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Top tips for outdoor play with the little ones
Here are some tips for getting the kids outside (without hearing too much complaining about being out there).
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Mum turns periodic table into a game of Battleship
When one mother found herself in need of a way to teach her children the periodic table, she came up with the best invention of all - turning that task into a game.
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Who doesn’t love a groan-worthy dad joke?
Who doesn't love a groan-worthy dad joke?
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Dad says he was just 'taking the P155' with son's white-nosed Cousins
You don't post things like that without expecting some sort of reaction. Think it's quite amusing how quickly media outlets have run with it despite not knowing what's behind it"
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British man creates sweet LEGO movie trailer to propose to his girlfriend
A British man enlisted the help of a 17-year-old filmmaker to create an unforgettable – or should we say awesome – Lego marriage proposal.
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Dad shares how to make a giant Connect Four game
One lucky birthday boy is the proud owner of a giant Connect Four board, thanks to his clever dad.
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25 puzzles you will want to complete with your kids ASAP
Puzzles are addictive and establishing this relaxing pastime with your child can be incredibly rewarding and beneficial to your relationship.
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