On hot, outdoor days, color code several water bottles for each person with permanent markers. Make sure each person drinks their share to keep dehydration at bay.



Spending the day at the pool? Have kabobs already prepared in the fridge. When you get home, fire up the grill, and in minutes, each person has a tasty treat of their own ready to enjoy.


Break out the bikes during the summer when you head to the food mart. Your kids will have a blast, and you will burn off those barbecue calories from the weekend.


Meal times can be simpler with a crock pot. Start your food before you take the kids to the park, and your meal will be ready when you get home.


Water and kids don't always mix. If you've got a water party happening on your lawn, make sure a responsible adult is assigned to supervise. It only takes an inch of water for the day to become a disaster.