Kids VT, June 2011
Vermont Day-Cations; Two-Wheeling in Stowe; Dinner at the Texas Roadhouse; Keeping Youth Sports Fun; Dads Share Memorable Father’s Days
Book Review: 11 Birthdays by Wendy Mass
Manahan’s summary: “Strange things occur when best buddies Amanda and Leo break from a 10-year tradition and don’t celebrate their 11th birthday together. Leo’s hurtful comment at the previous year’s party instigated a falling out. Following her dismal solo 11th birthday, Amanda finds herself in a puzzling phenomenon of repeated days. She miserably stumbles through…
Pedal — or Push — Party
Whether they’re on tricycles, in-line skates, bikes or skateboards, kids love to show off their tricks. Support that passion with a birthday party on wheels. Skate parks Recreation areas in Burlington, Williston and Bristol have skate parks where you can invite guests to bring their ride of choice — complete with helmet and pads, of…
The Art Of… Pottery
When kids learn to use a pottery wheel, they can put their creations to use: a bowl for the dog, a mug for grandma, or maybe a “volcano” they can fill with baking soda and vinegar and watch erupt. But this craft is not just about the final product. Learning to make pottery helps children…
Vermont Day-cations: 10 Trips to Explore Vermont’s History & Culture
Summer in Vermont is short and oh so sweet. The lush, green days of June, July and August make up for the long, dark winter. To help you get the most out of this fleeting season, Kids VT presents a three-part series of recommended summer day trips designed to introduce your family to the rich…
When is a child’s fever too high?
Colds, the flu and stomach bugs are a normal part of childhood, as are the fevers that accompany them. Parents, especially new ones, often worry whenever their child’s temperature goes above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. But is an above-normal reading on the thermometer cause for concern? Not necessarily, says Dr. Lewis First, chief of pediatrics at…
Catching Tadpoles
There haven’t been many sunny Saturdays this spring, but one at the end of April gave me a glimpse of summer. My partner, Ann-Elise, had helped organized a scavenger hunt at Gilbrook Pond in Winooski, and the kids and I participated. We were supposed to look for evidence of wildlife. My son Graham ran off…
Getting Out in Stowe — Without the Snow
You don’t need a lift ticket to enjoy an outdoor adventure in Stowe. The Stowe Recreation Path, with its smooth surface and well-marked road crossings, is a wonderful environment for budding cyclists, parents pushing strollers and kids who use wheelchairs. If you only know winter Stowe, riding along the bike path will give you a…
How did you celebrate your most memorable Father’s Day?
Joe Sinagra Town: St. Albans Job: Executive Officer, Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Northern Vermont Kids: Son, Spencer, 8; daughter, Sophia, 5 The most memorable happens to be my first one, eight years ago. My mom had passed away in May of that year, and my son was born that year, so my first…
A Fresh Twist for Strawberries
Recipe: Lemon Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches with Fresh Strawberries
