Articles written by Erica Loop

From daycares and early education sites to home based centers, selecting the right childcare arrangement can mean loads of difficult decisions.

Oct 10, 2011 - Erica Loop

Make your own kids' Halloween costumes on a budget. Design princess, ninja and monster outfits for a fun-filled holiday.

Oct 5, 2011 - Erica Loop

Your child's Halloween costume doesn't have to break the bank. Instead, try a low-cost idea.

Oct 1, 2011 - Erica Loop

Back to school time is just around the corner. Fight off the before school blahs with a few fun activities!

Aug 14, 2011 - Erica Loop

Kids can create cool summer art projects featuring landscapes of this hot season!

Jul 21, 2011 - Erica Loop

Parents looking for an entertaining and educational activity for their kids this summer will enjoy this fun filled nature observation project.

Jun 27, 2011 - Erica Loop

Summer break is a great time to engage your child in activities. Parents can look for fun ideas for their kids, even while on a budget.

May 27, 2011 - Erica Loop

Celebrate Mother's Day with an afternoon filled with fun-filled mom and child crafts. From painting to printing and more, you are sure to have a blast.

Apr 21, 2011 - Erica Loop

If you are looking for a new way to celebrate Easter, try an egg hunt party. Your child will look forward to this fun filled group holiday activity.

Mar 31, 2011 - Erica Loop

Don't let the kids simply sit around this summer. Instead, enroll your little ones in a uniquely creative summer art camp.

Mar 29, 2011 - Erica Loop

Kids can craft a cute bunny themed Easter decoration to celebrate this spring holiday!

Mar 23, 2011 - Erica Loop

Make an artistic Easter egg to celebrate the holiday with imagination and creativity!

Mar 12, 2011 - Erica Loop

From spring showers to May flowers, try some of these seasonal activities to keep your little ones busy.

Feb 27, 2011 - Erica Loop

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a creative coloring page or educational worksheet.

Feb 27, 2011 - Erica Loop

If you're a parent who is tired of breaking the family budget on expensive kids' activities, try some of these ideas for a low cost solution.

Feb 15, 2011 - Erica Loop

Superbowl Sunday may be all about football, but kids can create a creative Pittsburgh Steelers team themed craft to support their favorite players.

Feb 5, 2011 - Erica Loop

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fun family party. Invite friends and family members for a festive time.

Jan 27, 2011 - Erica Loop

Combat the winter blah's with a few entertaining, and maybe even educational, indoor kids' activities.

Jan 14, 2011 - Erica Loop

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a fun heart themed kids' craft puzzle activity.

Jan 12, 2011 - Erica Loop

Valentine's Day printables are an easy way for kids to celebrate this friend filled holiday.

Jan 6, 2011 - Erica Loop

Celebrate the New Year with a kids' scrapbook activity chronicling the past year's events. This children's craft is the perfect way to reflect and remember.

Dec 29, 2010 - Erica Loop

Indoor water parks are a great place for kids to spend a cold winter day. Look for some of these Pennsylvania attractions.

Dec 10, 2010 - Erica Loop

Kids can create cute reindeer themed Christmas cards that are perfect for family and friends during the holiday season.

Dec 10, 2010 - Erica Loop

Parents looking for a snow tubing park in Pennsylvania can try one of these wintertime attractions.

Dec 5, 2010 - Erica Loop

Christmas parties are a great way to bring together friends and family for a festive gathering. This year, try a pint sized party for your child.

Nov 29, 2010 - Erica Loop

Kids can create cute holiday cards that show their creativity and can help the family budget.

Nov 25, 2010 - Erica Loop

Christmas is coming, and so is Santa! Help your little one to map Kris Kringle's travels.

Nov 23, 2010 - Erica Loop

Free printable coloring sheets and kids' activities can be a simple way to introduce new concepts or even celebrate a holiday.

Nov 3, 2010 - Erica Loop

Cooking with your child can be a fun and exciting activity. Learn about ideas for preparing a festive Thanksgiving meal.

Oct 27, 2010 - Erica Loop

Create a Thanksgiving placemat with your children this holiday season. This kids' activity will engage little ones while making a lasting memory.

Oct 17, 2010 - Erica Loop

Fall is a great time for a family visit to a functioning farm. Learn how to plan a fun visit with your child.

Oct 12, 2010 - Erica Loop

Kids can create awesome autumn art that can double as a fun filled fall game.

Oct 2, 2010 - Erica Loop

Kids will love this fun fall painting activity that uses real autumn leaves instead of brushes!

Sep 16, 2010 - Erica Loop

Halloween is right around the corner. Celebrate this holiday with a fun fall themed kids' art project.

Sep 12, 2010 - Erica Loop

Dinosaurs are a favorite with kids of all ages. Treat your little one to a fun filled day of fossil making arts and crafts activities.

Sep 11, 2010 - Erica Loop

Welcome fall with a fun family art activity! Use paint, clay and paper to create autumn fun crafts.

Sep 10, 2010 - Erica Loop

Redshirting children means holding a child back an extra year before starting kindergarten. In my experience as a parent this can be a confusing process.

Sep 4, 2010 - Erica Loop

Printable activities are an inexpensive way to entertain, and often educate, your child. Choose from a variety of fall themed pages this season.

Sep 2, 2010 - Erica Loop

Science centers and museums can be a great place to share a special family outing. Try some of these northeastern play spaces.

Aug 28, 2010 - Erica Loop

Create an imaginative back to school book to capture a special childhood memory.

Aug 17, 2010 - Erica Loop

Back to school time is nearing! Throw a back to school bash before the first day by following simple party planning steps.

Aug 12, 2010 - Erica Loop

College textbooks can be a huge expense for the incoming freshmen and season student alike. Save much needed cash by renting a semester's worth of books.

Aug 9, 2010 - Erica Loop

From crafts to math worksheets, kids' activity resources can help to ease boredom and educate the child during non-school hours.

Aug 1, 2010 - Erica Loop

Learn how to reuse left over arts and crafts materials, and turn them into brand new kids' activities.

Jul 29, 2010 - Erica Loop

Kids can commemorate a special summer vacation by creating an artistic photo collage.

Jul 24, 2010 - Erica Loop

Back to school time is right around the corner. Kids can prepare with an imaginative arts and crafts activity.

Jul 19, 2010 - Erica Loop

A pricey summer vacation may be out of reach for some families during an economic downturn. Try some of these budget friendly alternatives and ideas.

Jul 10, 2010 - Erica Loop

Art activities are a great way to keep kids entertained during the long summer months. Try creating a historical portrait for a day of imaginative play.

Jul 10, 2010 - Erica Loop

Summer is the perfect time to visit a water park with the family. West coast parents will enjoy some of these refreshing kids' activities.

Jul 1, 2010 - Erica Loop

Memorialize a family summer vacation by helping the kids to create a colorful travel journal that is packed with photos, drawings, and more!

Jun 24, 2010 - Erica Loop