Your Child, Ages 7-11

Dear Parents,

Age-appropriate chores are a great way to teach your child about responsibility and money management. Find tips to help divide chores among your kids, and for deciding how much allowance they should receive.

Independence Day isn't just about fireworks and cookouts. Teach your child the meaning behind this important holiday with fun learning printables, patriotic crafts, and a rousing rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Finally, a trip to the beach can be the perfect summer escape. Check out our list of family-friendly beach destinations, and print off our handy list of must-have beach essentials to help keep your getaway safe and fun for the whole family.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Allowance and Chores
Teach your child to be responsible.

The Importance of Chores What Works: Calculating Your Child's Allowance How Your Child Spends His Allowance Kids, Allowance, and Chores

Dividing Up Chores Good Money Management Begins with an Allowance Chores and Children More on Allowance and Chores

Independence Day
Does your child know the true meaning of the Fourth of July?

Word Fun: Declaration of Independence What Do You Know About the Constitution? "The Star-Spangled Banner" Lyrics Patriotic Book Fourth of July Word Search

Patriotic Craft Activities for Kids Printable: Original American Flag Our Forefathers and Mothers Fourth of July Maze More Independence Day Activities and Printables

Going to the Beach
Find tips for planning your next beach day.

Top Family-Friendly Beach Destinations Sun Safety for Children Fun in the Sun Safe to Swim? How to Prevent Water-Related Illness

Beach Bag Essentials What's Your SPF IQ? What Works: A Day at the Beach More Sun Safety for Families

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No-Cook Summer Recipes
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