With the cost of family vacations rising, one affordable alternative is to reserve a campsite at a state or national park. Whether you pitch a tent or rent a cabin, at these campsites you'll have a low-cost base of operations for outdoor activities like swimming and hiking.

Print, cut out, and take along this handy wallet-sized shopping list to help you remember the freshest vegetables and fruits you can buy during the spring months of March, April, and May. Buying fresh, organic produce is good for you and for the environment. Click here for autumn, summer, and winter lists.

Check out this list of top family-friendly beaches throughout the country, and start planning your next vacation!

Print off this list of must-have beach essentials so you and your family can have the ultimate beach experience.

Kids can celebrate summer with these fun arts and crafts ideas.

Kids will make dad feel special with any of these creative craft ideas for Father's Day gifts.

Kids can create this cute tie tack for dad on Father's Day.

This creative mouse pad craft is great for kids of all ages to make for someone special in their life.

Prepare students for the sixth-grade school year with this guide of fun and educational activities for summer learning. Included in this packet is a list of suggestions for books to read over the summer, geography skill-builders, genetics worksheets, measurement activities, creative writing lessons, and more! See our summer learning guides for other grades.

On your family vacation this year, swing by some of America's most historically significant landmarks.

Before your family goes hiking or camping this summer, read up on some common-sense safety tips.