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Polls & Tips

Does your family wear shoes in the house?

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36 Actually Funny Knock Knock Jokes for Kids

Knock Knock. Who's there? I eat mop. I eat mop who?

Knock, knock. Who’s there? Doris. Doris who? Doris locked. Open up, please!

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Conversation Starters for Kids of All Ages

If you were an Olympic gold-medal athlete, which sporting event would you want it to be in?

How were you kind to someone today?

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What is the best baby wipes brand?

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At what age did your child start music lessons?

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Easy Riddles for Kids...With Answers!

If there are six apples and you take away four, how many apples do you have? Four.

The more you take away from me, the bigger I get. What am I? A hole.

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Age-Appropriate Chores for Kids (That Work for Us)

Picking weeds outside, watering flowers/plants/herbs and raking leaves is a chore that my kids find fun. (Added bonus if you buy their own gloves/watering can).

Lots of yard work options for chores! Older kids can mow the lawn, and all ages can help with sweeping, pulling weeds and other gardening tasks.

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In a year, how often does your family go on vacation?

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