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Sparking a lifelong love of learning through the power of play is the mission of Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas City—and do they ever live up to their mission! We recently visited after not having been for awhile and I rediscovered what a treasure Wonderscope is. In fact, shortly after our visit, we returned with friends for another day of fun.
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Family Activities in Kansas City
Children's Museums in Kansas City
Fun for Toddlers in Kansas City
Fun with Kids in Kansas City
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Few things conjure up autumn’s enticing colors and scents like the season’s favorite fruit, the apple. Head outside to one of Kansas City’s fall gems—a local orchard or cider mill—and take home fresh-picked apples for bushels of homemade family fun.
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Fall Ideas
Apples in Kansas City
Fall Fun
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The thyroid gland can be difficult to understand. You may be aware that you have a thyroid gland, but you may be unsure of its actual purpose. According to www.WebMD.com, the thyroid gland is what influences the majority of all metabolic processes by producing hormones. If your thyroid is not producing the necessary amount of hormones, problems can occur. Thyroid problems can be easily managed, but they can also become life threatening if not treated.
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Ten practical tips to help you enjoy family friendly shows with children.
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Family Activities in Kansas City
Live Theater in Kansas City
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Long distance relationships of any variety can be challenging, even when the relationships are between grandparents and grandkids. Luckily, staying in touch doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, with a little cooperation from grandparents, it can be lots of fun. Check out these ideas (from simple to tech savvy) that will help your kids and their grandparents create and nurture a lasting relationship, even when miles separate.
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Grandparents' Day
Grandparents Day
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Why is it some people can ingest foods containing lactose, while others are plagued by even a trace of it? The American Academy of Pediatrics says, “Lactose intolerance occurs in people who can’t digest lactose. Lactose is the sugar found in milk and other dairy products.”
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Allergies
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You won’t catch them wearing dresses or the color pink. Nor will you see them playing with dolls, holding pom-poms or splashing makeup on their cheeks. Instead, you’ll find these girls hanging with the guys, jumping on skateboards, playing sports, shopping in the boys’ clothing sections and retaliating against all things girly. So what are parents to do when their daughter is a … tomboy? First of all, relax--and welcome her with open arms.
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Tomboy
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A father shares his touching account of his child's victories despite disabilities.
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Adults can have a huge impact on a child’s view of service. I grew up around people who freely gave their time to serve others, and it has undoubtedly affected my thoughts and attitudes about volunteering. Some of the ways I was introduced into the world of service may help illustrate how the youngest of children can get involved in meaningful ways and carry their experiences into adulthood.
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Five fantastic methods to teach the art of shoe tying to tiny tots.
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Making great birthday memories isn’t about spending money. In fact, if you know where to go, birthdays can be completely free! Check out these companies who love to give free items on your kids’ birthdays (and sometimes even yours).
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Birthday Traditions
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Fun Farm themed books for young children
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It's Apple Picking time! Each of the u-pick Apple Farms on our list is a locally owned family operation designed to provide the best in healthy produce and a great family outing. So, grab the camera and the cooler and take the kids on a trip they won’t forget!
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Fall in Kansas City
Apple Picking Kansas City
Family Fun in Kansas City
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In honor of one of the founders of The Greatest Show On Earth®, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® announces the call for Kansas City-area nominations for The Barnum Award. The award honors the spirit of P.T. Barnum and his inspirational contributions to society by identifying and celebrating children age six to 14 who give back to their own communities in creative, fun, and innovative ways. Nominations now being accepted for Kansas City area children can be submitted online at www.TheBarnumAward.com through Friday, August 27th.
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It’s time to start thinking about which after-school activities your child should sign up for. Soccer? Football? Chess club? Drama? Dance classes? Piano lessons? Art classes? With so many to choose from, how do you decide? --And are they worth it?
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After School Programs
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From vibrant butterflies, to creepy crawly insects, to our favorite animated hive-keepers, and GIANT Bugs... Kansas City offers many great family outings for exploring and enjoying bugs & butterflies!
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“History is the core of knowledge,” says Sonia Warshawski, holocaust survivor and speaker from Prairie Village. But after a recent study showed that 77 percent of high school students in a neighboring state cannot name our country’s first president, it seems many kids are dwelling in the Dark Ages. Warshawski believes it is up to us, parents, to teach a love of history to our children. Here are some ideas to bring history home in fun, exciting ways.
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History for Kids
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It’s August and most area children will soon head back to school. For many children this is exciting, but for others, this time is scary. This might be especially true if your child is going to full day school for the first time.
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Back To School Traditions
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Great Books for Back 2 School!
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Staying Prim in your Prime: Look and Feel Healthy in your 20s, 30s and 40s
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