5 Cincinnati Day Trips the Whole Family Will Love

Youthland serves families throughout the Cincinnati and Dayton areas. We’re so fortunate to live in such a great place, surrounded by so many things to see and do. With summer upon us, we wanted to share some great places to visit in nearby cities – places that make for the perfect Cincinnati day trips! Keep […]

6 “Kid-Approved” Desserts to Make This 4th of July

With summertime in full swing, cookouts being planned, and BBQs occurring every weekend, coming up with new and creative desserts can be a challenge. We’ve put together this great list of “kid approved” desserts the whole family will enjoy this 4th of July or any time over the summer! A Delicious “Flag” Cake There are […]

5 Fun Activities to Keep Your Kids Busy This Summer

All year, kids across the country count down the days until their summer break. But in many households, after just a few hours in, you will inevitably hear the words… “I’m bored!” While we love having them home more, keeping children entertained 24/7 can be a daunting task. Here are a few ideas to try […]

Avoiding Summer Brain Drain

Summer is just around the corner! Are you ready to keep your little minds learning all summer long? If you need a few ideas, we’ve got some great ones to say no to summer brain drain and hello to brain gains! Find or Create Your Own Reading Contest Check out your local library, rec center, […]

5 Family-Friendly Activities for a Spectacular Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day is the holiday on which we honor the memory of those who sacrificed their lives serving in our nation’s Armed Forces, and it also marks the “official” beginning of the summer season. With warmer weather and a three-day weekend at your disposal, what’s a family to do? Below are five family-friendly activity ideas […]

5 Summer Snacks Your Kids Will Love

For most families, summertime is synonymous with fun, sun, and plenty of indulgent snacks. Try as we might, it’s not always easy to keep kids fueled with summer snacks that are both nutritious and delicious. Below are some creative ideas for healthy summer snacks that your kids will love. 1. Homemade Fruit Popsicles Chop up […]

7 Top Tips for Sunblock on Your Kids

While soaking up the sun is practically the name of the game during the summer, those intense rays of light can wreak havoc on your child’s skin if you’re not protecting it with some sort of sunscreen. Below are some handy tips for choosing and using sunblock on your kids, so that you can keep […]

How to Deal with Summer Camp Homesickness

When your child is away at summer camp, homesickness can often set in, especially if it’s their first time being separated from the familiar comforts of home. The summer camp blues are perfectly normal; in fact, the American Psychological Association reports that roughly 90% of kids who spend time away from home experience some form […]

4 Tips for a Hassle-Free Road Trip

So you want to hit the road with your family, but you don’t want to lose your mind in the process. After all, there’s a very fine line between having a carload of spontaneous family fun and having your road trip turn into a major meltdown. So how can you plan a road trip that […]