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Artful Activities for Families

Turn off the television and give the gift of time—celebrate it, honor it, have fun and enjoy it with the people you love.
By Sandra Magsamen
Original Content  |  August 05, 2009
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Mother and daughter gardening

Plant a Little Sunshine

Invite the kids for a paper white narcissus bulb-planting party. Have each person plant a few bulbs in bowls with small stones. Teach the kids to nurture the bulb by watering them daily, and celebrate as the bulbs grow and blossom into sweet-smelling flowers.

Photo: 2009 Jupiterimages

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