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Farmers' markets are a great place for kids to learn – about the value of a dollar, where their food comes from (and how it looks in its natural state), money math, which fruits and vegetables are harvested during each season, how to conduct a financial transaction, and of course, making choices.

When we visit a farmers market, I give my kids a small amount of money to use as they choose, provided that they make the purchases themselves – it has built their confidence, composure, and decision-making skills.

Now that spring is here and summer is fast approaching, the local farmer’s markets are setting up their tents and filling their tables with local, whole, fresh foods. Read on for info about neighborhood institutions of hands-on learning (A.K.A. farmers markets) which are opening during the month of May.

If our 4 Homemade Mother's Day Gifts ideas have given your kids the crafting bug, or if you have your own ideas for making Mother's Day gifts with kids, read on for five great places to get the arts and crafts supplies you need to make something special.

Forget the flowers, the bath salts, and the foot soak. Indulge your mom, your wife (or yourself!) in the most glorious brunch of the year, a splurge-worthy meal to celebrate the fine art of motherhood. Boston’s special kid-friendly Mother’s Day brunches take it up a level with cruises, crafts for kids, and decadent drinks.