Brooke Tucker-Reid, momstown writer How is it August already? It’s like I blinked and July was gone. Before the rest of the summer slips through your fingers and you succumb to the craze of back to school shopping, here are a few fun activities to try with your kiddos. From farm to hungry little bellies…
“Slip, Slap, Slop”:Sun-Safety for Youngsters the Australian Way
Perhaps, you have not heard the Australian motto for protecting young children in the sun? Australians are matter-of-fact in their approach and use the saying “Slip, Slap, Slop” before going outdoors with youngsters. Did you figure it out yet? That’s right. Slip on a hat, slap on a shirt, and slop on the sunscreen when preparing for safety in the sun. These are the basics of sun safety, but, there are many more good ideas for keeping your baby and young child safe from the sun’s harmful rays this summer.
Kids Who Help in the Garden are Smarter and Healthier
Did you know that kids who garden are more than twice as likely to eat the recommended 5 servings of vegetables a day? This is just one of the reasons to include your kids in gardening during the spring and summer months. Yet, there are many other reasons for children to garden which include emotional, cognitive and physical development.
Tight Budget Family Vacation Ideas
According to a recent Trip Advisor survey, 92 percent of families are planning a vacation this year — up from 88 percent in 2009. If your family is on a tight budget, and you don’t think you can join this 92 percent, think again! You see, if you plan well, and use the following tips and ideas for cheap family destination spots, you too, can have some great and memorable family trips. Start your Family Vacation Scrapbook this year!
Lana Kelly
Editor, momstown Belleville
Escape the Summer Heat
Wanting to escape the summer heat? Visit Belleville’s splash pads!
Belleville’s Best Ice Cream
Looking for the best ice cream in Belleville? Make sure to visit Reid’s Dairy this summer!
