JumpStart’s own Thomas and Frankie made headlines on ABC 7′s Spark of Love segment last Friday! JumpStart has donated 3000 of our adventure-based games to boys and girls clubs around the Los Angeles area! Check out the segment and let us know what you think: http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=resources/lifestyle_community&id=6552250
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Is your oldest child a quiet math whiz who can’t seem to do anything without thinking every last detail through? Do you have a carefree youngest child who always takes center stage? How can these two kids possibly be related? It’s probably a question you often ask yourself. The answer may be just a click [...]
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As you catch your breath after one of the most historic election years in US history, now is the perfect time to start a conversation with your kids about what it means to live in a democratic country. Read on to find out how to make democracy relevant to your kids. Over the past few [...]
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Make your feast festive this holiday season by adding a little more spice to the table. We’ve got a cornucopia of ideas to liven up your celebration! With these crafty creations, your kids can create decorative placeholders, placemats, and centerpieces for the Thanksgiving table. Placeholders: These cornucopias will not only hit the spot, but mark [...]
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When the weather cools off or the rain sets in, you’ll be inundated with that infamous chorus of, “We’re bored!” Thanks to CJ, JumpStart’s imaginative and adventurous amphibian, your house can become an exciting estate where the indoor adventures never end. Even on what seem like the dullest of days, CJ can come to the [...]
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These days, it’s not uncommon for kids to be more tech-savvy than their parents. Between cell phones, computers, and video games, many kids access the Internet daily. So how can we keep up with all the new-fangled devices the kids are using and still make sure they are safe? Read on for the scoop on [...]
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What type of person does your child want to be? Learning about the characters your child connects with can tell you quite a bit about your little one, even if he or she cannot articulate which traits are most important. The JumpStart gang is full of all types of characters so there’s no better place [...]
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Activity 1 – Spookghetti Skeleton Recommended for kids ages 6 and up Here’s a great way for your kids to bone up on anatomy and create a fun Halloween decoration at the same time. Using the provided characters as a guide, gather a variety of dried pasta and some glue to build your boney masterpiece. [...]
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