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By Susan Adcox, About.com Guide

Insights from Parents for Alienated Grandparents Created: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Often grandparents claim to have been cut off from their grandchildren for no reason. These comments from parents who have cut off contact with grandparents may contain some insights for alienated ...
Be an Involved Grandfather Created: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Men tend to relate to their grandchildren differently from females, and their differences can be strengths. Learn what research tells us about grandfathering and why grandchildren benefit from havi...
Top Family-Friendly Websites for Grandparents and Grandchildren Created: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
If you're a long-distance grandparent, or even if you're not, you'll be interested in these family-friendly websites for grandparents to share with grandchildren. You won't have to worry about inap...
Grandparent Alienation Syndrome Created: Monday, May 20, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 20, 2013
Grandparent alienation syndrome has been used to describe the process of turning grandchildren against grandparents following a divorce or custody battle.
Six Ways that Childbearing Has Changed Created: Sunday, May 19, 2013 Updated: Sunday, May 19, 2013
If you're a grandparent-to-be, be prepared for these six ways that childbearing has changed. But don't be critical. Start now being positive in your new role.
Six Reasons Why Grandparents Choose to Be Uninvolved Created: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
There are a number of reasons why some grandparents choose to be uninvolved grandparents. Parents who wish the grandparents were more involved can take action to remedy the situation
Grandma's Short and Sweet Survival Guide Created: Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
If you are looking for a small gift for a new grandmother, Grandma's Survival Guide is the perfect choice. It's cute, readable and filled with good grandparenting tips.
Grandparenting Books: The Short List Created: Saturday, January 16, 2010 Updated: Monday, May 13, 2013
A bookshelf filled with helpful volumes is something every grandparent needs. This list of grandparenting books will give you lots of ideas for things to do with your grandchildren, as well as givi...
Families Need an Online Shared Calendar Created: Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Your family should have a shared calendar online so that planning events is simpler. You can get as simple or as fancy as you like, with free or purchased programs and apps.
Check Out This List of Grandparents Day Events for 2012 Created: Tuesday, August 09, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 08, 2013
If you want to celebrate Grandparents Day in a special way, check out this list from around the United States and Canada, all planned for Sept. 9, 2012. If you don't find something in your own area...
Grandparents Step In To Raise Two Grandsons Created: Monday, May 06, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
When life throws them a curve, some grandparents end up raising grandchildren. It's not easy, but they do it out of love for their grandchildren.
Hopscotch: An Ancient Jumping Game Created: Thursday, April 23, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
A piece of chalk and a sidewalk--that's all that's needed for a game of hopscotch. Although the grids may vary, the basic game is the same.
Sneaky Sprinkler: A Wet and Wonderful Water Game Created: Thursday, April 23, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
On a hot summer day, there's nothing like a game of Sneaky Sprinkler. The kids cool off, the lawn gets watered and everyone has fun.
I Spy: A Game for Young and Old Created: Thursday, April 23, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
One of the first games that most children learn to play, I Spy is great for practicing color recognition. Older kids like it because it tests their powers of observation.
Flashlight Tag: An Old-Fashioned Game for After Dark Created: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Flashlight Tag is a combination of tag and hide-and-seek that is played at night. It's an old-fashioned game that is sure to be enjoyed by today's kids.
Hide-and-Seek: Play the Classic Game or a Fun Variation Created: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Everyone knows the old-fashioned game of hide-and-seek or hide-and-go-seek, but your grandchildren probably don't know these variations on the classic game.
Swing the Statue: A Game Guaranteed to Make Children Laugh Created: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Swing the Statue is a game that derives its entertainment value from watching the players assume and try to hold strange positions. There is an element of competition, but it's more for amusement.
Shadowing: A Tracking Game for Older Kids Created: Thursday, April 23, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Shadowing is a variation of an old Scouting game, adapted for a smaller group. One group of kids attempts to track down "it."
Kickball: One of the Best Outdoor Games to Play With Kids Created: Sunday, April 19, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
A sturdy ball, an open area, four makeshift bases and a handful of kids -- that's all you need to play old-fashioned kickball. Kickball is one of the best outdoor games for kids because it's adapta...
Four Square: An Outdoor Game That's Challenging and Fun Created: Monday, April 20, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
A game that allows the players to work their way up to becoming king, four square ball is great when space is limited or when it's too wet to play on the lawn.
Kick the Can: A Historic Outdoor Game to Teach to Children Created: Monday, April 20, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
A variation of Hide and Seek, Kick the Can is a fast-paced outdoor game. According to tradition, it was popular during the Great Depression because it requires no equipment but a single can.
Red Rover: A Traditional Favorite Outdoor Game Created: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Red Rover is a traditional outdoor game. It requires no equipment but can be a little rough.
Red Light, Green Light: An Outdoor Game That's Fun for All Ages Created: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Red Light, Green Light is a traditional outdoor game that requires the players to react quickly to spoken commands. It requires no equipment and can be adapted for younger kids.
Horse: A Basketball Game of Shooting Skill Created: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Horse is a basketball game that requires only two or more players and requires only one goal. It's a fun game that rewards the player who can make unconventional shots.
Capture the Flag: A Classic Outdoor Game Created: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
Capture the Flag is a classic outdoor game that has been especially popular with Scouting groups. It can be quite rough and physical, although some of the variations are less so.
When a Grandchild Doesn't Like a Grandparent Created: Friday, May 03, 2013 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
As eager as grandparents usually are to bond with a grandchild, the feeling may not be mutual. Sometimes a grandbaby doesn't like a grandparent, but time usually takes care of the problem.
[Which Grandmother Name Is Right For You?] Created: Saturday, April 25, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
[So you're going to be a grandmother! What grandmother name suits you best? Take the quiz to find out.]
[Which Grandmother Name Is Right For You?] Created: Saturday, April 25, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
[So you're going to be a grandmother! What grandmother name suits you best? Take the quiz to find out.]
[Which Grandmother Name Is Right For You?] Created: Saturday, April 25, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
[So you're going to be a grandmother! What grandmother name suits you best? Take the quiz to find out.]
[Which Grandmother Name Is Right For You?] Created: Saturday, April 25, 2009 Updated: Sunday, May 05, 2013
[So you're going to be a grandmother! What grandmother name suits you best? Take the quiz to find out.]
When Parents and Grandparents Disagree About Discipline Created: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 Updated: Saturday, May 04, 2013
When parents and grandparents disagree about discipline, a sticky situation can result. If discipline is clearly inappropriate, the grandparents must intervene, but mostly they must wait until thei...
Grandparents Today Created: Thursday, July 24, 2008 Updated: Saturday, May 04, 2013
Demographic information about grandparents can be hard to come by, as it is a large and constantly changing group. The AARP Grandparent Report provides some basic demographic information about gran...

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