Some Father's Day Suggestions

The big day is almost here . . . and we're here to help.

ADDED June 12, 2008

For all you do as a parent, the American people have set aside one day in your honor. For Dads, that day is this coming Sunday, June 15.

(We've heard there is a small but vocal group of people who are lobbying Congress to have Mother's Day stretched into Mother's Week, or Mother's Month, in honor of all the work that Moms do for their kids.)

To make Father's Day special and memorable for your kids' Dad, you don't have to work too hard, and you certainly don't have to spend much money. A couple of small, special activities and commemorations will definitely do the trick.

Here are a few quick suggestions to make Father's Day a hit in your house.

1. Put together something for your husband that includes a photo of your kid or kids. Kinko's can make a for-the-car plastic coffee cup that they can put a photo in. You could also write "Best Dad Ever" or something to that effect on there.

2. Plan an activity that gets your husband out and about with your kids. A picnic for the family in a park could be a lot of fun.

3. Make the whole day special: a special waffle breakfast, a family walk around the block, etc. Do special, different things and tell your husband that it's in honor of him!

4. Make some signs extolling your husband and hang them around the house when he's sleeping. (For some free ones that we made and that you can download, click here.)

5. Have fun and be happy! This might be obvious, but the more you are upbeat and celebratory, the more that attitude will pervade the whole family.

Here's hoping you have a great Father's Day in your house. (And if you need any last minute suggestions or advice, feel free to email us at fun@todayisfun.com).

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