STEAM Fun: How To Clean a Penny
Did you know you can make your dirty and dingy pennies bright and shiny with just a little chemistry?Kids love this STEAM activity because they get to experiment, and you'll love it because it&…
Hey Kids, Look Up! The Year's Best Meteor Shower is Happening Now
One of my favorite memories of growing up on a farm in Wisconsin was the view of the night sky. We could see so many stars away from city lights. Every so often we would get lucky enough to see a s…
Berry-licious: This Easy Fruit Pizza Will Wow At Your Next BBQ
Want an impressive-looking dessert that's deceptively quick and easy? This Fruit Pizza is sure to steal the show at your next BBQ!This Fruit Pizza has a heavenly cookie crust, a luscious cream…
Top 5 Things To Do In Sacramento With Kids This Week
Every Thursday, Macaroni KID Downtown Sacramento shares our picks for FIVE family-friendly things you won’t want to miss in Sacramento over the coming week.Here are five awesome things to do…
Why You Should Consider a Lactation Consultant
Breastfeeding is a remarkable experience that offers benefits ranging from immune system support to bonding and emotional connection. My personal breastfeeding journeys have been fulfilling ex…
One Family Will Win a Walt Disney World Vacation — Why Not Yours?
If your kids are in the Bluey phase, the Buzz Lightyear phase, or the “are we ever going to Disney?…
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Free Personalized St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Letter for Kids (2026)
Looking for a fun and magical way to surprise your child this St. Patrick’s Day? ☘️ Lucky the L…
Get Pumped Up For the Games With These 17 Great Olympic Movies
The Winter Olympics in Italy begin on February 6, and what better way to get pumped to celebrate the Olym…
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We talk a lot about kids’ sleep.Bedtime routines. Nap routines. Night wakings. Screens. White noise…
5 Kid Books About MLK Jr. & Other Civil Rights Heroes
Are you looking to share the importance of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights movement with your…
Sponsored 2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Macaroni KID's Family-Tested Favorites
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Sponsored We Sailed Disney’s New Cruise Ship. Here’s Why You'll Love the Destiny
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Sponsored How Portable North Pole Kept the Magic Alive for My Kids 🎅✨
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Printable Gratitude Cootie Catcher for Kids: A Fun Way to Show Thanks
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As parents, we go out of our way to make our homes safe. We cover outlets, lock cabinets, and pad sharp c…
Want to Boo Your Neighbors? Printable + 9 Boo Basket Ideas Inside
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Enter for a chance to win a Disney cruise from Macaroni KID!Macaroni KID wants you to set sail for advent…
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How to Watch the 2025 Perseid Meteor Shower With Your Family
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