If you’re a guru camper, you likely know what to do to prep for some time outdoors. But if you’re a newbie, you may be clueless about how to pull off an excursion in a tent. Giggle Magazine has some tips and tricks for conquering camping, though; writer Allen Haynes breaks down the planning into [...]

In response to our recent post about tub toys, reader Doug Mackey of Just Think Toys commented, “We recently introduced BathBlocks, which allow children to build marble runs, water slides, waterfalls, floating towns, and more in the bath. BathBlocks are simple with lots of open-ended possibilities that encourage young minds to think, to create, and [...]

Just a reminder in the event you have not yet stumbled upon our school closure procedures: During hurricane season, PlanetKid will adopt the closing procedures of Brevard County public schools. PlanetKid will ONLY CLOSE if and when Brevard County schools are closed. Any questions about this policy, just give us a ring!

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Lacrosse is becoming a hip sport, and while it’s not been hyped much for little kids, times are a changin’, and youth leagues are starting to pop up in some cities. What do you think about this sport, known to be rough and tough and aggressive — OK for kiddos? Or no way?

We’ve cycled through all types of computer interest here at our house — we’ve gone from none to some to completely over-the-top, and while my kids mostly like their iPod Touch and DSi contraptions at the moment, they do veer into the office for some computer time now and then, and I’ve got to tell [...]

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With summer-like weather comes the need for safety awareness. You know: watch your kids while they swim (don’t leave them even for a second to answer the phone), apply and re-apply sunscreen (on every little itty bitty part of your body, and your kids’ bodies, too), wear life jackets on boats, drink lots of water [...]

Photo: howtotrainyourdragon.com We’ve written about this before, but it seems time for a reminder since school is almost over, and we’re all going to be hunting for summer activities before too long. If it’s movies that will fill your time with kids, don’t forget to check out the ratings — plus these three sites, which [...]