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Book yourself (and the kids) a few days at a cozy cabin in the woods to take some time away from the screens and just relax among the trees. This list has family-friendly cabins across the U.S. including Gaitlinburg cabins, cabins in the Rocky Mountains, cabins near lakes and even some dog-friendly cabins. Nature awaits—what are you waiting for? PACIFIC NORTHWEST photo: via Airbnb Hood Canal Cabin—Hoopdsport, WA This Airbnb rental on the Hood Canal has everything a PNW vacation home should. Kayaks and rowboats (with lifejackets too!) are available for use on the over 100 feet of private waterfront...

There’s no time like the present to shower your neighborhood with a little extra love. You’ll teach your kids what it means to be a part of a real community and maybe even get to know a few new friends. From neighborhood scavenger hunts to Little Free Libraries, scroll down for low contact ideas that can make your hometown just a little bit (or a lot!) more awesome. photo: SDOT Photos via Flickr 1. Create an Instagram page for your community. Start documenting what makes your 'hood special, ala Bill Cunningham, whether it's the trees, the architecture, the people, or...

Photo: Chayene Rafaela on Unsplash Who doesn’t love a good story about a child finding a loving home? Adoption is one method for growing your family, but it’s so much more than that. For orphaned or abandoned youth, it presents a chance to receive and benefit from consistent support and care. Some of these tales involve children rescued from horrific conditions. Others simply warm your heart and restore your faith in humanity. 1. A Special Present Under the Tree Ask many children what they want for Christmas, and they’ll tell you “a bike,” or “a videogame console.” But the three...

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are right around the corner. Don’t fear, we’ve got you covered with this massive list of gifts for the elementary-age kids on your list. From art kits to STEM projects, from synthesizers to walkie talkies, it’s all here to make your job easier. Scroll through for what’s hot this year! Dreamworks Dragons Hatching Toothless Agitate baby Toothless until he's ready to hatch! Watch for the light-up eyes, that you can see through his eggshell, rock it to make him growl, tap to hear him tap back, clap and he'll respond. Buy Toothless here,...

Photo: Chayene Rafaela on Unsplash Who doesn’t love a good story about a child finding a loving home? Adoption is one method for growing your family, but it’s so much more than that. For orphaned or abandoned youth, it presents a chance to receive and benefit from consistent support and care. Some of these tales involve children rescued from horrific conditions. Others simply warm your heart and restore your faith in humanity. 1. A Special Present Under the Tree Ask many children what they want for Christmas, and they’ll tell you “a bike,” or “a videogame console.” But the three...