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‘Secret’ Netflix Codes to Help You Search for Kids’ Movies

by Shahrzad Warkentin

You can even find classic musicals on this list of Netflix movie codes

Between original content and new seasons of kids’ shows and movies that seem to debut daily, it can be hard to wade through it all to find what you really want to watch—especially when the platform doesn’t make it especially easy to search by specific categories. If you need a little help finding the good stuff, these secret Netflix movie codes are about to make your life a whole lot easier. Read on for more!

So, how do you use these Netflix movie codes? To get started, simply copy and paste this URL into your browser bar: www.netflix.com/browse/genre/CODE Just replace “CODE” with one of the numerical codes from the list below to view all the titles in the category you want.

Here are some of the helpful Netflix sub-genre codes just for kids and family content:

Kid & Family Movies

  • Children & Family Movies (783)
  • Children & Family Movies based on real-life (4927)
  • Children & Family Movies from the 1980s (1951)
  • Exciting Children & Family Movies (2381)
  • Family Features (51056)
  • Feel-good Children & Family Movies (4505)
  • Feel-good Children & Family Movies from the 1980s (4355)
  • Goofy Children & Family Movies (355)
  • Biographical Children & Family Movies (2478)
  • Sentimental Children & Family Movies (4942)
  • Sports Children & Family Movies (453)
  • Visually-Striking Imaginative Children & Family Movies (2480)
  • British Children & Family Movies (2473)

Movies Based on Literature

  • Comic Book and Superhero Movies (10118)
  • Imaginative movies based on children’s books (2253)
  • Movies based on children’s books (10056)
  • Dramas based on children’s books (1129)
  • Sentimental Movies based on children’s books (3869)

Anime

  • Comedy Anime (9302)
  • Drama Anime (452)
  • Anime Series (6721)

Movies by Genre

  • Dinosaurs (67687)
  • Dramas for ages 8 to 10 (1267)
  • Princesses (67624)
  • Goofy Animal Tales (904)
  • Animal Tales (5507)
  • Classic Musicals (32392)
  • Classic Comedies (31694)
  • Nature & Science Documentaries (2595)

Teen Viewing

  • Feel-good Teen Movies (2548)
  • Teen Action & Adventure (3754)
  • Teen Comedies (3519)
  • Teen Coming-of-age Dramas (4295)
  • Teen Coming-of-age Movies (2916)
  • Teen Dramas (9299)
  • Teen Independent Comedies (4441)
  • Teen Movies (2340)
  • Teen Sports Comedies (945)
  • Teen Sports Movies (3410)
  • Inspiring Teen Movies (1349)

TV & Kids’ Fitness

  • Kids’ Music (52843)
  • Education for Kids (10659)
  • Kids’ TV (27346)
  • TV Cartoons (11177)
  • TV Comedies for ages 5 to 7 (4887)
  • TV Shows for ages 11 to 12 (4293)

Check out the complete, utterly massive list of sub-genres and Netflix secret codes here.

Related: The Best New Family Shows & Movies on Netflix in April

 

 

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7 Things Our Sons Need to Hear—& Know—Before Middle School

By Krissy Dieruf

 

1. You don’t have to talk big to be cool.

Guys seem to have a dynamic of competition that is fun and playful but can lead to “big talk” or making yourself look and sound bigger than you are really are. Whether in sports, academics, girlfriends, stuff you have or stuff you can do, boys have no problem sharing all their amazing qualities with one another. This is awesome! Except that those qualities can sometimes be exaggerated and blown out of proportion.

Trust that you are an amazing kid without needing to promote yourself or exaggerate a single thing. People can see who you are without you having to tell them. Be yourself and you won’t need to talk yourself up.

2. Playing sports is not the most important thing in the world.

There is huge excitement and a rush that comes with watching someone who is great at a sport and everyone loves to be connected to a winning team. But sometimes the sports culture and our obsession with it can lead us to think sports are more important than everything else. It also creates the idea that kids who don’t play sports are second class citizens.

Your job as an awesome human being is to see everyone for their character above their performance. A lot of kids will be liked for what they do in a sport, not how they actually treat people. Avoid the trap of this particular type of group-think. And, if you are one of the athletes, be kinder and more inclusive of others because of it. Not the other way around.

3. You are in charge of your body—your body is not in charge of you.

You have a strong mind and a strong body. You are in charge of it, no one else. It is special to me and I hope it is special to you. It doesn’t matter what others are doing with their bodies, you decide what you’re comfortable with.

You may feel sometimes as if your body is the leader of your actions, but your brain is what drives your body. Always. You will have some pretty lit (as you kids say these days) relationships when you are older and wiser and you will experience everything in time. Don’t rush.

4. Your emotions are just as important as your grades, sports, friends or activities—actually, even more so!

Historically, boys and men have been taught to ignore their emotions, but trust that you have just as many feelings as every other human being (about 27 basic ones and even more complex ones!). Limiting your emotions or choosing to ignore them, limits your existence and your incredible awe-filled life experiences!

So, no matter how uncomfortable, embarrassing or difficult it may be at times, listen to yourself, pay attention to how you feel and learn talk about your emotions with the people you trust (i.e. your mom). They make you who you are and you are amazing.

5. Blame me for anything.

There will be times that you are faced with difficult decisions. When all your friends are doing something that you know is not okay, when your conscience is tugging at your, but your brain is confused because something sounds fun or you’re curious or you don’t want your friends to be mad at you for not joining in.

When you know you should say no, but that doesn’t seem like enough, when the pressure is there, blame me. Tell your friends your mom turns crazy and will ground you for life. Tell them I have superhuman powers and will find out everything so you just can’t do it. Of course, I trust you to make good decisions, but when you need an excuse, blame me.

6. I expect you to make mistakes and yes, even fail at a few things, too.

If you don’t know this by now, I will tell you again; it’s okay to make mistakes. In fact, I want you to, because that means you are trying new things and pushing yourself outside your comfort zone. This is the only way to actually grow as a human being and to find out all your incredible strengths.

How you handle failure is one of the best things to know about yourself, because there is little in this world more difficult than failure. It does not denote an end, but only a hurdle over which one must learn a new way to leap. And I know you are a great problem solver.

7. I am so proud of you.

Already I can see inside of you a huge heart and a strong mind. I can see your generous spirit and caring soul that looks out for the underdog. I love your cool hairdos and your insistence on needing to come to your own decisions on your own time, in your own way. You have a depth of character, persistence and a profound desire for the truth. You already know yourself well.

Trust yourself, love yourself. You have everything inside of you that you will ever need. And know that I am here, always, loving and trusting you, shining a light on you as you grow, stretch and run wildly and beautifully through life. I am so proud of you.

 

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Krissy Dieruf is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children, loves to sing and dance around the house and has a soft spot for rebels and crazy hair. 

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Florida Adventures Worth Diving Into with Your Teen

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

Let’s face it, keeping teens entertained throughout an entire family vacation is easier said than done–and should be an Olympic sport if you ask us! While they’d much prefer spending time with friends or glued to TikTok, getting together as a group without the usual daily distractions makes for wonderful memories.

Enter Destin-Fort Walton Beach. A stunning destination located along the Florida panhandle that’s known for its sugar-white sand beaches and crystal Gulf waters. Not only does it feel like you’re on an island, but it offers plenty of adventure too.

To help you plan an unforgettable trip that your 13 going on 30 will actually enjoy, we’ve compiled a surefire list of activities that’ll remove “I’m bored” from their vocabulary.

Scuba Diving

Sure, swimming in the ocean is fun but it doesn’t compare to witnessing the beauty of what lies beneath. With an introductory course to scuba diving in Destin-Fort Walton Beach, your kids over age 10 can learn the basics of exploring the wonders of the ocean and leave with a new skill.

They’ll be able to try on diving equipment and can take their first shallow dive in calm waters near the Destin Jetties. For parents looking to make this a regular excursion, the course counts as an open water dive towards getting scuba certified, so they can continue on with their newfound passion.

Ready, set, scuba dive into this adventure!

eFoil Lessons

Step aside paddleboards, kayaks and canoes, eFoils are here! The electric-powered hydrofoil surfboards can go up to 25 mph, allowing the daredevils in your family to roam the ocean water. eFoils are also steered with a wireless hand controller that turns off when a rider loses their balance, so you don’t have to worry about anyone getting hurt.

Lessons are available for teens age 13 and up, which can be booked from March through October. Don’t forget to bring a waterproof camera for some Instagram-worthy photos.

Schedule an epic eFoil lesson now!

Kayaking at Spectre Island

Tucked away in Santa Rosa Sound, Spectre Island is a pristine, white sandy beach that serves as home to many different species of birds and sea creatures. Your older children can explore the undeveloped island and surrounding turquoise waters in a single or double kayak where they may catch a glimpse of dolphins, bald eagles and osprey to name a few.

Whether they’re a beginner or a pro kayaker, they’ll love the breathtaking views and challenge of navigating on their own.

Yippie kayak–check out these rental options!

Charter Fishing

Charter Fishing offers not only the chance to reel in the catch of a lifetime, but also quite the scenery with amazing views and the potential for dolphin sightings. Book a half or full-day private charter where your first-timers will have the chance to fish the Gulf–and take home their catch.

Receive one-on-one instruction with the boat captain and first mate, who’ll ensure everyone in the family reels in a prize. At the end of your trip, bring your catch to a local restaurant to have it grilled, blackened or fried for dinner.

Schedule your fishing excursion today!

Surf Lessons

Remember the sheer excitement your once-little experienced riding a wave with just their tiny body? Now you can see that sparkle in their eyes again with a surf lesson that’s certain to give them an adrenaline rush.

Head to Destin-Fort Walton Beach for manageable waves that your beginner surfer can tackle–and that won’t end in a wipe-out! With a personal instructor, your teen will learn a variety of skills, from standing up on a surfboard and maintaining balance to making surf wax their best friend. All supplies are included, just make sure to pack towels, sunscreen and snacks.

Catch some amazing waves with this surf lesson!

 

For guidance and suggestions when planning your trip to Destin-Fort Walton Beach, head to destinfwb.com/little-adventures.

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Get Bumped Up! Maternity Workout Clothes for Pregnancy & Beyond

by Kate Cartia

From prenatal yoga to grocery store runs, these maternity workout clothes will keep up with you

Maternity clothes have come a long way from the shapeless dresses and empire-waist tent tees that used to dominate the industry. Designers have realized that we mamas want to be comfortable, of course (duh), but aren’t always necessarily interested in covering all the way up. More fabric doesn’t always equal comfort. In fact, it can even mean feeling downright awkward. Instead, we’ve started rocking maternity workout clothes!

Whether you’re an avid athlete, dedicated gym-goer, or someone who just prefers a sporty vibe, activewear is a go-to! And that doesn’t have to stop once you’re expecting. Of course, with a doctor’s okay, prenatal exercise is hugely beneficial. Considering all the changes a pregnant body undergoes, staying strong, flexible, and energized matters a whole lot. But even if you’re not big on formal workouts and just prefer a daily hot girl walk, athleisure is the trend. It’s comfortable. It’s easy to mix-and-match. It’s ultra-layerable, seasonally versatile, and super cute if you know where to look. And it just so happens that you’re looking in the right place, right now. We’ve put together some fabulous on-trend maternity workout clothes that are both fashionable and functional. We even added some shoes and accessories, and your water bottle go-to list is right here!

Workout Wear

Ingrid + Isabel Active Rib Crop Top + Leggings

Adjustable crop top and matching leggings grow with you during your pregnancy and beyond.

Ingrid + Isabel Active Rib Crop Top ($64.00)—20% off with code ADVENTURE through 1/16—Buy Now

Ingrid + Isabel Active Leggings ($88.00)—20% off with code ADVENTURE through 1/16—Buy Now

Ingrid + Isabel Ribbed Full Length Bodysuit

With a zero-bulk under-the-bump seam and comfy straps, you can wear this to the gym or under a cardigan to run errands!

Ingrid + Isabel Ribbed Full Length Bodysuit—20% off with code ADVENTURE through 1/16—Buy Now

Ingrid + Isabel Active Side Zip Jacket

Thanks to the side zipper, you can adjust this jacket from bump to beyond. Choose from black (worn by Meghan Markle!) or ribbed neutral putty.

Ingrid + Isabel Active Side Zip Jacket ($88.00)—20% off with code ADVENTURE through 1/16—Buy Now

Ingrid + Isabel Cooling Longline Nursing Sports Bra

Extra support and nursing access? This sports bra is a winner in our book.

Ingrid + Isabel Cooling Longline Nursing Sports Bra—20% off with code ADVENTURE through 1/16—Buy Now

Maternity PowerChill Light Support Cross-Front Nursing Sports Bra

Super soft with removable pads, this one will stay in the rotation for sure.

Maternity PowerChill Light Support Cross-Front Nursing Sports Bra ($19.97)—Buy Now

Maternity UltraLite Rib-Knit Racerback Tank Top

From workout to weekend, you'll want to live in these tanks!

Maternity UltraLite Rib-Knit Racerback Tank Top ($8.97)—Buy Now

Maternity Sleeveless PowerSoft Performance Swing Dress

A little sweet, a little sassy, a little sweaty. This swing dress does it all.

Maternity Sleeveless PowerSoft Performance Swing Dress ($55.00)—Buy Now

Maternity Full Panel Leggings, Capris, & Biker Shorts 3-Pack

Everything you need in one set. Boom. Easy-peasy.

Maternity Full Panel Leggings, Capris, & Biker Shorts 3-Pack ($45.00)—Buy Now

Quince Tencel Jersey Maternity Lounge Joggers

We adore Quince for their ultra wallet-friendly and sustainable goodies, so these soft and relaxed Quince Tencel Jersey Maternity Lounge Joggers are one of our favorites!

Quince Tencel Jersey Maternity Lounge Joggers ($29.90)—Buy Now

Quince Ultra-Form Performance Maternity & Postpartum Leggings

These leggings from Quince are friendly for both over-the-bump and under-the-bump wearers, but the best part (other than the support and exceptional quality) is the pockets!

Quince Ultra-Form Performance Maternity & Postpartum Leggings ($29.90)—Buy Now

Quince SuperSoft Fleece Maternity & Nursing Hoodie

Quince's SuperSoft Fleece Hoodie is designed for both during your pregnancy and after. We're pretty sure you'll want to live in it!

Quince SuperSoft Fleece Maternity & Nursing Hoodie ($39.90)—Buy Now

GAP Maternity GapFit Wide Waistband 3.5" Running Shorts

We're loving the flat waistband since it keeps a smooth silhouette and adds support!

GAP Maternity GapFit Wide Waistband 3.5" Running Shorts ($29.00)—Buy Now

GAP Maternity Waffle Hoodie

This one is the perfect layering piece!

GAP Maternity Waffle Hoodie ($34.99)—Buy Now

GAP Maternity Recycled Under Belly 7/8 Power Leggings

For those of us who prefer an underbelly band, these leggings are perfect.

GAP Maternity Recycled Under Belly 7/8 Power Leggings ($59.95)—Buy Now

POSHDIVAH Maternity Yoga Shorts

Over-the-belly and featuring pockets (yes, pockets!), these are a fabulous addition to your comfy closet.

POSHDIVAH Maternity Yoga Shorts ($22.99)—Buy Now

GINKANA Maternity Half-Zip Pullover

The lightweight cotton fabrication of this pullover makes it easy to layer both over and under other pieces and comes in a ton of colors.

GINKANA Maternity Half-Zip Pullover ($20.99)—Buy Now

Smallshow Women's Maternity V-Neck Tops

What's better than one comfy maternity tee? Three comfy maternity tees!

Smallshow Women's Maternity V-Neck Tops ($36.99)—Buy Now

Kindred Bravely Louisa Maternity & Postpartum Support Leggings

These beauties are a Mom's Choice Awards Gold Winner, and the light compression and versatile style (from pregnancy to postpartum) proves why!

Kindred Bravely Louisa Maternity & Postpartum Support Leggings ($89.99)—Buy Now

Kindred Bravely Maternity & Postpartum Joggers

These all-season bamboo joggers are definitely ready for anything and we can't get enough of how comfy they are.

Kindred Bravely Maternity & Postpartum Joggers ($59.99)—Buy Now

Pregnancy-Friendly Workout Shoes

Kzik the Madrid Slip-On Sneakers

Kzik sneakers are designed for slipping on and going! No need to bend over your bump. Plus, they're incredibly comfortable and supportive.

Kzik the Madrid Slip-On Sneakers ($99.00)—Buy Now

Blowfish Malibu Angler Sneaker

These adorable slip ons from Blowfish Malibu can be paired with leggings, shorts, jeans, and even dresses!

Blowfish Malibu Angler Sneaker ($35.63)—Buy Now

Adidas Puremotion-Adapt Running Shoe

Slip these on and you're out the door in a snap! They're sporty and adorable, so they'll fast become faves.

Adidas Puremotion-Adapt Running Shoe ($37.49+)—Buy Now

UMYOGO Just So So Slip-On Sneakers

You've probably already seen the Just So So sneakers around, since they're trending like crazy. There are so many colors to choose from and extremely affordable, so you can have a pair for every mood!

UMYOGO Just So So Slip-On Sneakers ($39.99)—Buy Now

Skechers Women's Billion Slip On Sport Sneaker

These slip-on sneakers have a sock-like stretch fit, so they'll adjust with you (even through pregnancy swelling)!

Skechers Women's Billion Slip On Sport Sneaker ($59.99)—Buy Now

Rykä Ferocity Slip On Sneaker

Extra arch and heel support make these casual-meets-active sneakers such a great choice!

Rykä Ferocity Slip On Sneaker ($89.99)—Buy Now

Maternity Workout-Ready Accessories

NeoTech Care Pregnancy Support Belt

Even if you're not working out, this belly support band takes the pressure off your back and support your growing belly!

NeoTech Care Pregnancy Support Belt ($24.97)—Buy Now

Kindred Bravely Under-the-Bump Bikini Underwear (5-Pack)

These are incredibly comfortable and stretchy, plus the low-rise makes them perfect for postpartum recovery since they're designed to avoid irritating a c-section incision!

Kindred Bravely Under-the-Bump Bikini Underwear (5-Pack) ($34.99)—Buy Now

shortyLOVE boxer Backpack

Lightweight, convertible, and chock FULL of storage, the shortyLOVE boxer Backpack absolutely can't be beat. It even fits a full pair of shoes, tennis racquet, laptop...oh, and hello, chic baby bag with seriously luxe details.

shortyLOVE boxer Backpack ($288.00)—Buy Now

NatraCure Cold Therapy Socks

Pregnancy and postpartum foot swelling is no joke, and these reusable gel ice pack socks are the answer to sore feet, pregnant or not!

NatraCure Cold Therapy Socks ($24.99)—Buy Now

FridaMom Pregnancy Belly Band Tape

Discreet kinesiology tape is designed for pregnant skin, and the medical grade adhesive stays put for up to three days, even through showers.

FridaMom Pregnancy Belly Band Tape ($19.98)—Buy Now

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Reach New Heights: Portland Climbing Gyms for Kids

by Annette Benedetti

Do your kids need to get some energy out? Bring them to a Portland climbing gym—STAT

Let’s be honest, during the long winter months it can be challenging to get kids outside, especially on the rainiest days. And while we love Portland’s many indoor playgrounds and play spots, and consider ourselves experts in the realm of creative places to play on a rainy day, sometimes it’s fun to mix it up a bit. So the next time your kids are climbing the walls at home, lean in and let them climb—somewhere else. These Portland indoor climbing gyms are waiting to help you and your little ones get your wiggles out this winter.

1. The Circuit

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If you are nervous about your little ones scaling a wall with only a rope to keep them safe, bouldering, or climbing without ropes, is an activity that even toddlers and pre-schoolers can enjoy. The Circuit is a bouldering gym that boasts being home to the best kids' climbing space in Portland. They have kid-specific boulders that are designed with shorter climbers in mind. Even better, all of the walls were created to accommodate climbers of all ages, sizes, and ability levels.

If your child isn't in the mood to climb The Circuit also offers slacklining. Slacklines are similar to tight ropes but made of stretchy, flexible material. They provide hours of fun for your littles as they practice balancing and carefully placing one foot in front of the other without falling.

410 N.E. 17th Ave.
Portland

6050 S.W. Macadam Ave.
Portland

16255 S.W. Upper Boones Ferry Rd.
Tigard, OR
Online: thecircuitgym.com

2. Portland Rock Gym

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Located in NE, the Portland Rock Gym provides hours and hours of thrills and chills as your young climbers scale walls speckled with colorful "rocks" guiding their path. This gym offers Kids Climb which is perfect for 8-to 11-year-olds and includes a staff member who assists your child as they begin climbing roped walls, bouldering, and using the auto-belays. There are also camps and clubs you can sign your kiddo up for if they fall in love with this daring sport. Sign your clan up for the monthly family package and enjoy climbing all winter long.

21 N.E. 12th Ave.
Portland
Online: portlandrockgym.com

3. Stoneworks Climbing Gym

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Beaverton’s Stoneworks is designed to promote community and exudes "family-friendly." It boasts 34-foot climbing and lead walls, high-ball bouldering to 20 feet, top-out bouldering area, and auto belays. If you or your kids fall in love with climbing there are climbing lessons available, and Stoneworks offers fun kids' rock climbing programs that are guaranteed to keep your little ones engaged and interested. It is also home to one of the best junior climbing teams in the country that welcomes kids 9 to 19. Consider thinking ahead because Stoneworks also offers a variety of summer camps for kids aged 12 and under.

6775 S.W. 111th Ave.
Beaverton, OR
Online: belay.com

4. Movement Gym

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This rock climbing gym recognizes that kids are natural-born climbers. Their walls are designed to accommodate all sizes and abilities and there are a variety of classes available for youth. From beginners to kids who are ready to compete, there is a program for everyone. 

1405 N.W. 14th Ave.
Portland
Online: movementgyms.com

5. Source Climbing

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At Source Climbing, your kiddos can take classes to start off on the right foot with climbing. Ages 6-12 can take the youth intro class before moving up and really honing their skills. Kids ages 9+ can even join a recreational climbing team to explore competitive climbing in a safe environment. Also, don't forget to check out their summer camp options!

1118 Main St.
Vancouver, WA
Online: sourceclimbing.com

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Target, Walmart, & Costco Among Growing List of Stores Closed on Thanksgiving

by Karly Wood

Target, Walmart, Costco, and Home Depot are among the retail giants closing on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving. The turkey. The stuffing. The warm, welcoming love of your family as you surround each other and give thanks for everything you have. Oh, and the shopping too. Wait. Isn’t this supposed to be a holiday about thankfulness, and not about where you can get a new mattress for 60% off or the latest TV for one-third off the price that it normally is? If you’ve noticed that a growing number of stores are starting their Black Friday sales on Thanksgiving Thursday, you’re not alone. And plenty of people (shoppers and employees) don’t like it.

In response to this, some retailers are staying closed on Thanksgiving Day. Yep, that’s right. Those amazingly awesome deals are going to have to wait until Friday — giving employees a full day off. So instead of heading out to the mall, you may just need to stay home with your family.

photo: Heidi Finn via Unsplash

Which stores are waiting until Black Friday to open? There’s a growing list of stores that have full Thanksgiving closings, including:

  • Ace Hardware
  • Barnes & Noble
  • Bed, Bath & Beyond
  • Best Buy
  • BJ’s Wholesale
  • Costco
  • Dick’s Sporting Goods
  • Footlocker
  • Home Goods
  • Homesense
  • IKEA
  • Kohl’s
  • Macy’s
  • Marshall’s
  • Nordstrom
  • Nordstrom Rack
  • Petco
  • REI (with be closed both Thanksgiving and Black Friday)
  • Sam’s Club
  • Staples
  • Simon Property Group (U.S.’s biggest mall group)
  • Target
  • The Container Store
  • TJ Maxx
  • Walmart

Check with your favorite retailers before heading out to shop them on Thanksgiving Thursday.

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Space Trivia for Kids That Is Totally Out of This World

by Amber Guetebier

Space trivia for kids is perfect for a night under the stars

Whether you’ve got a would-be astronaut in your household or are just looking for quirky or interesting facts for kids, there’s no denying that space is a fascinating topic. From the moon and stars to space exploration, here’s some of our favorite space trivia for kids.

1. The moon is very hot (224 degrees Fahrenheit, average) during the day but very cold (-243 degrees average) at night.

2. Venus spins clockwise. It’s the only planet that does!

3. One teaspoon of a neutron star would weigh six-billion tons.

4. Sally Ride was the first American woman to fly in space, on June 18, 1983.

5. One million Earths could fit inside the sun!

6. Even in an airplane, a trip to Pluto would take about 800 years. 

7. Ham the Astrochimp was the first hominid in space, launched on Jan. 31, 1961. 

8. Neptune’s days are 16 hours long.

Astronaut in space
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9. It takes eight minutes and 19 seconds for light to travel from the sun to Earth.

10. The footprints on the moon will be there for 100 million years. 

11. A neutron star can spin 600 times in one second. 

12. Jupiter is the fastest spinning planet in the solar system (it only takes about 10 hours to complete a full rotation on its axis). 

13. Sound does not carry in space. 

14. The Earth's core is as hot as the surface of the sun. 

15. The very first animals in space were fruit flies...they were sent up in 1947 and recovered alive. 

16. In 2011, ten-year-old Kathryn Aurora Gray discovered a supernova (a star that has run out of energy, explodes and then collapses before it dies) that no one else had seen before. 

Chabot Space & Science Center

17. Europa, one of Jupiter's moons, has saltwater geysers that are 20x taller than Mt. Everest. 

18. Saturn's rings are made from trillions of chunks of orbiting ice. 

19. Alpha Centauri isn't a star, but a star system. It is 4.22 light years away. 

20. One day on Venus is almost 8 months on Earth. 

21. Golf is one of only two sports ever played on the moon. In 1971, Alan Shepard hit a ball with a six-iron while on the moon as part of the Apollo 14 mission. The other sport was a javelin toss, during the same visit. 

22. Jupiter's Great Red Spot is the Solar System's longest raging storm: it has been observed for more than 200 years. 

23. Mercury and Venus do not have moons. (They are the only two planets in our solar system that don't!)

24. There are more stars in the universe than there are grains of sands on Earth. 

 

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25. Mars has the biggest volcano (so far) ever discovered in the solar system. 

26. Jupiter's red spot, which scientists have been observing for 150 years, is changing shape and might be shrinking. 

27. Since there is no atmosphere in space, it is completely silent. 

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It Now Costs Over $300,000 to Raise a Child, According to New Estimates

by Shahrzad Warkentin

And that doesn’t include college

New estimates show that inflation isn’t just jacking up the cost of groceries and gasoline, but childrearing, too. The cost to raise a child for a two-parent, married family with two kids on a middle income? Over $310,000.

The Brookings Institution‘s estimate addresses children born in 2015 and spans all the costs through the age of 17. And spoiler alert: it doesn’t include any costs for sending your kids to college.

That $310K price tag has jumped $80,000 from 2017, which equals out to be over $18K per year.  Expenses that fit into the increase are plentiful and include child care, healthcare, housing, food clothing, haircuts, diapers and other must-haves like sports and lessons.

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So how did experts arrive at that number? It came down to using an average inflation rate of 2.23% (2015-2020), plus another 1.77% for the last two years. Thank you, recession!

“The new estimate only crunches numbers for middle-income, married parents, and doesn’t include projections for single parent households, or consider how race factors into cost challenges” reports The Hill. The cost for those family dynamics are even more bleak.

“Rising expenses for raising a family could disproportionately affect lower-income families. For a single parent earning $20,000 or $30,000 a year, shelling out the extra funds for a child might be difficult,” says said Dr. Isabel Sawhill, a senior fellow at Brookings.

For Black families, the Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute found that “that Black households are more exposed to inflation fluctuations than White households.” The Wall Street Journals says that “can make it difficult for households to determine how much the money they earn will buy.”

At the end of the day, no one enters parenthood thinking they are going to get off cheap. But for the next generation, we’re betting they’ll think long and hard about opening the purse strings before having kids.

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Why Are So Many Kids Quitting Sports By Age 11?

by Erica Loop

The cost might have a lot to do with when kids quit sports

A national survey from the Aspen Institute with the Utah State University Families in Sports Lab found that the average kid quits playing sports by age 11. For most kiddos, that’s only three years of athletic activity before “retirement.” Between the focus on competition (over fun) and the high participation cost, children are spending less time in organized athletics.

The Aspen Institute’s survey found that children report experiencing a high level of enjoyment from sports. But even though they’re reportedly having fun, kids also experience moderate levels of stress. According to the parent’s reports (in the survey), the most stress-inducing sports are hockey and lacrosse. Children had the least stress when participating in skiing/snowboarding, track, and field, soccer, and skateboarding.

Then there’s the money factor. When it comes down to finances, hockey is the most expensive—with parents spending an average of $2,583 per year. The least expensive sport was track and field, with a price tag of $191. Of all expenses, the parents reported travel as the biggest cost.

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Dr. Travis Dorsch, Utah State associate professor and founding director of the Families in Sport Lab, said in a press statement, “We need to figure out why they discontinue, not just that they do. For kids, two years in a sport may seem like forever, while we as adults think they should continue for much longer. We need to frame it through the interpretive lens of adolescence,” Dorsch added.

So what can you do if your child decides to retire from their sporting career early? First, respect their decision and don’t push something your kid doesn’t seem that interested in. You can also visit the Aspen Institute Project Play site here to find resources and other information on children, sports, and the power of play!

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8 Easy Tips for Transitioning to a Tween Room

by Jennifer Massoni Pardini

Just as we watched our babies transform into opinionated toddlers and then imaginative school-goers, our rising tweens reveal ever more of their personalities and passions that aren’t so little anymore. A big part of instilling confidence along the way is showing our respect for their self-expression—their rooms being an important extension of that. Read on for fun and inspiring tween room decor ideas to help make their space truly their own.

Start with a Clean Slate

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Wall space is one of the first terrains you may remember taking control of yourself, whether you collaged photos of friends or hung posters of your favorite bands (or 90210 stars). If your tweens have lived and played in their rooms since nursery-hood, it may well be time for a fresh coat of paint anyway (in a color or fun accent of their choosing). Then let them change up what most inspires them. If you have framed prints they want to update, sites like Etsy, Wayfair and Minted have a range of options and price points. A large bulletin board is easy to refresh, and storyboarding is also a great study tool for visual learners.

Carve Out a Creative Corner

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The experts at Highlights Learning say it’s a great idea to have a “school stuff” zone, so everything is in one place, making staying on top of schoolwork all the easier. If your tween doesn’t already have a study station, go for a desk that will last through this next stage of her education when she'll be working independently. If you’re short on space, set something up under a lofted bed, go DIY with a hideaway desk, or even retrofit a closet. (We have many more workstation ideas rounded up, too.) And don’t forget wall space when it comes to keeping workflow in check and in style, like a chalkboard calendar, functional pegboard or mounted storage. 

Delegate Organization

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Remember those early years of rounding up their toys, puzzles and miscellaneous “projects” every night before bed? Now that it’s their job to keep a tidy room, help your tween stay organized by stowing away anything on the loose in stylish storage bins, like these hand-crafted, 100% cotton, and naturally dyed baskets from Lorena Canals. We love that these are also machine washable and available in ash-rose, aubergine, black, and vintage blue.

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Clean Out the Bookshelf

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It’s that time again to weed shelves and make room for all the new titles they’ll be bringing home in middle school. While they may be reading a fair share on tablets or computers, it’s essential to have real deal books within reach to keep encouraging reading for fun. For age-specific reading inspiration, check out our list of some of the best graphic novels for tweens and teens. 

Update the Sleep Zone

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Just as you once transitioned that crib to a toddler or twin bed, it may again be time to re-think sleep. If you have space to work with, consider upgrading to a full or queen that will him off to college (and serve as future guest accommodations, too). Or, perhaps you’re keeping twin beds on hand for the sleep-over circuit now in full swing. No matter the sleeping arrangement, the bedding theme itself could most likely use a refresh. 

Let Their Personal Passion Shine

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By this age, many tweens are well on their way to honing a sport, hobby or passion. Their personal space can certainly reflect that, be it a guitar propped in a corner for an aspiring shredder, an oversized world map for a traveler in training, or a printing service for a budding photographer’s latest shots. These metal wall signs from Pottery Barn are perfect for sports fans.

Re-Organize the Closet

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Just as their rooms do, closets should also grow and adapt as our kids do. Marty Basher, an interior design expert at Modular Closets, has some choice tips for tween parents when it comes to organizing closets. “Formal events, dances, concerts, and performances bring the need for more hanging space in the closet,” Basher says. “With their input you can create a space to hang jewelry and formal dresses or suits and uniforms and full-size sports equipment.” Basher also advises adding hooks, a full-length mirror, and shoe storage solutions. “Use under the bed storage for off-season shoes and boots and only have what they’ll need for the season in the closet. Make use of boxes and baskets for high storage of items they don’t use regularly but can reach now when they need them.”

Add a Dash of Green

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Houseplants do so much to bring fresh air and energy to our interior spaces. So why not give your tween room a little something living to tend to that will give a little fresh O2 in return for a brain boost? You can even rent a plant for a few months to see how your tween does with the new responsibility.

 

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