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Halloween is here yet again, which means hours of putting together costumes and buying enough candy to satisfy the neighborhood's sugar-crazed mobs of kids. Being a good dad on Halloween can be tough - you have to walk the line between strict and lenient. While dads want their kids to have fun, make sure you stress these five points with your tykes, tweens and teens.1. Tell … [Read more...] about 5 things to stress to your kids on Halloween night

Superheroes have never been bigger. Sure, as a dad you might remember when comics had their golden age way back in the '60s, but nothing compares to the giant media empire that surrounds franchises like The Avengers, Batman or Spider-Man these days. And of course, with every new superhero movie comes a slew of new Halloween costumes. Want to help your little guy decide … [Read more...] about Best superhero costumes for your son this Halloween

Want to do something cool with the kids this autumn and need a few suggestions? Sometimes, a major challenge with fatherhood is just keeping your kids entertained - and having some fun yourself. Rather than sit at home in front of the TV, consider these fall activities.1. Hit a few homers at the batting cages Even if your little ones don't care too much about the … [Read more...] about 4 awesome autumn weekend activities for dads and kids

There are a lot of activities that are important for you to do with your children, from playing catch to indulging in the occasional make-believe game. But one of the most important things you can do for your kids as a dad is read to them. Here's why.1. Reading boosts their vocabulary Whether they're in school or kindergarten and first grade are right around the corner, … [Read more...] about 5 benefits of reading to your kids

Sometimes the hardest part of being a dad is getting the little things right. Fatherhood means taking responsibility for your children's feelings as well as their safety, education and putting food on the table. That means saying "I love you and I care" even if you don't use those exact words each time. Consider these five simple ways to show affection … [Read more...] about 5 simple ways to show your kids affection each day