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5 DIY holiday activities for the whole family

'Tis the season for baking and crafting - the perfect ways to feel festive and bond with loved ones of all ages. These 5 festive projects will inspire laughter and good cheer while helping you mark the season with togetherness.

4 tips for safer picnics

A picnic can be big fun. However, improper handling of the food can mean big trouble, in the form of foodborne germs. Before you fill your cooler, check out 4 tips for safer picnics.

Outdoor play time can enhance children's sleep

Parents are hearing a lot these days about the hazards of today's "indoor childhood," with kids spending countless hours on electronic media. But one consequence may be going undetected. National Wildlife Federation's new parent guide highlights the connection between the time kids spend playing outdoors and sleep deprivation.