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Swimming Pool Games for Kids
If the sweltering summer days are calling you to the swimming pool to cool off and to entertain your kids, you may need a game or two to keep the kids from annoying one another. These games work well for holiday parties and birthday celebrations. Depending on the level of supervision, small or large groups of kids can enjoy these activities. Help your kids work off some extra energy while escaping the hot summer sun.
Can Swimming Make Your Child Smarter?
If you want to learn to swim jump into the water. On dry land no frame of mind is ever going to help you. – Bruce Lee Splash! Dive! Dog paddle! Get your kids swimming as early as possible. Yes, it feels good and yes, its good for you, but did you know that swimming makes your child smarter?
It’s Almost Summer – What To Bring To The Pool
This post is in partnership with Band-Aid and Compeed. Summer is upon us and so is opening day of the swimming pool! Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for all of those who served our great country. It also marks the beginning of summer for kids across the country and the season of fun…
Mom Manners: Etiquette Tips for the Pool and Playground
As families everywhere say goodbye to school schedules, we are primed and ready for the lazy days of summer. But before packing up our bathing suits and sand-buckets, its important to lay down a few etiquette ground rules to guarantee enjoyment and safety for all. Nothing is more upsetting than a child (or parent) not playing by the rules or disrespecting someone elses property. We have enough stress to contend with during the school year, so everyone appreciates a little extra thoughtfulness during the summer.
Child with Autism and Swimming – Part two
In my last blog, I discussed swimming experiences for autistic children and I brought up the possibility that your autistic child may feel the water is a bit too comforting and why they may feel that way.