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How to Have a Retro Summer: Iconic activities and old school games
The kids are out of school—it’s time to simplify the schedule and encourage as much outdoor play as possible. Have an old-school, retro summer!
What is a Retro Summer?
What does it mean . . .
Fun Art Summer Camps for San Diego Kids
Are you ready to help your child explore their artistic side this summer? San Diego is home to incredible art camps where kids can dive into painting, sculpting, drawing and more. These camps below ar . . .
Family Camping Fun: Activities, Recipes, Games and Tips
Grab your camping gear and get ready for a great outdoor adventure (even if it's only in the backyard). Here are activities, crafts, recipes and tips that help make fabulous family campi . . .
Art with Alyssa: How to Make Upcycled Flower Suncatchers
Creating flower suncatchers is a fun spring and summer project that also makes a sweet handmade Mother’s Day gift. Press dried flowers between two layers of clear plastic from an upcycled con . . .
Best Family Camping Sites In and Around San Diego County
Ready for a San Diego family camping adventure? Sleep under the stars and experience the great outdoors at an awesome campground in San Diego County! Whether it's ocean views or mountain air you cra . . .
2026 Summer Camps
If you're looking for the BEST spring and summer camps in San Diego, you've come to the right place!
Browse through San Diego's Summer Camps and Programs Guide to find awesome experiences where . . .
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Summer Opportunities for Kids: Internships, jobs, classes and more
Summer break usually means endless beach days, hanging out with friends and no homework. But as kids become teens, it’s also the perfect time to tap into their strengths and engage in meanin . . .
21 Ways to Say “I Love You” to Tweens/Teens
Tweens and teens often struggle with receiving affection. They embarrass easily and some would rather die than be seen kissing their mothers in public. At a time when they lack self-confidence in ma . . .
Pros and Cons of Taking a Gap Year
High school graduation is rapidly approaching, but your senior is totally burned out, with no clue what comes next. Until he finds better focus and direction, the reality of paying tens of thousands . . .
How to Help Teens Learn Responsibility and Independence
A recent article in The New York Times reported that 30 percent of college freshmen do not return their sophomore year. Teens are heading off to college only to find that they are unprepared for new . . .
20 Creative Ideas for Teens (from Teens)
Many kids are going stir crazy as families across the country continue to social distance —and teens are no exception. Most of my clients are teen girls, so I reached out to them for suggestions o . . .
26 Ways to Help Teens Find More Peace
Teens have a lot to manage with school, activities, social media, changing bodies and pressure from many directions. Like the rest of us, teens can benefit from more calm in their lives. But because . . .
Pros and Cons of Hiring a College Admissions Counselor
When it comes to applying for college, the numbers can be overwhelming. Elite schools boast single digit admissions rates, a four-year education can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, and applic . . .
How to Prepare for College Applications Over Summer
Most high school juniors and rising seniors would rather hang out at the beach than think about school this summer. But if college is a dream, summer is a great time to make it a reality. Thanks to . . .
Essential Items for Your Teen's College Packing List
When my daughter went off to college, we packed every inch of our Suburban with obvious necessities: clothes, dorm bedding and accessories, cleaning supplies and snacks. It didn’t take long to dis . . .
10 Things Teens Should Know Before College
Your teen has survived testing, essays, applications and the waiting game. Now it’s time to teach your college-bound teen some important life skills before he heads out to explore the world on his . . .
Alternatives to College for High School Graduates
There is an enormous amount of pressure on teens to rush off to college immediately following high school graduation. While there are many students who can’t wait to pursue this next phase of educ . . .
