Kids and Parenting

DealDash Back to School Tips Series – #1

There is about a month to go before the kids return to school. Check here each week for some tips in this new series.

Back to school season will be upon us shortly. This can be a stressful time for both parents and kids. There are so many things to do, and not enough time to do them. In this new blog series, we will give you some tips on how to make the transition back to school as smooth as possible. Each week until class begins we will give you suggestions on making this a smooth transition for your  — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash Helps Your Kids Start a Lemonade Stand

The weather is warming up, doesn’t a nice cold glass of lemonade sound great? If only your kids had a lemonade stand…

Summer is a great time for kids to start a lemonade stand! Not only does it give them a chance to make some money, but it also teaches them important life skills. In this blog post, we will discuss the steps that you need to take in order to set up your child’s very own lemonade stand. We will also provide some tips on how to make delicious lemonade that will help their business succeed! Read on for  — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash Toy History – Lite Brite

Today we are here with another classic toy! Meet the toy, learn some history, and get ready to play!

You might be surprised to know that some of the toys that you played with as a kid are still being enjoyed by kids today. One of these classic toys is the Lite Brite. I remember playing with this toy as a kid in the 80’s, but it was actually invented many years before that. Read on for the interesting history of the Lite Brite, from DealDash.

Lite Brite Lights Up the Night

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Kids and Parenting

DealDash Kids: The Slinky History and Facts

Today’s classic toy spotlight is on the Slinky! Who has had a Slinky? Raise your hand!

The Slinky is an iconic toy that has been around for more than 70 years and continues to be a popular item even in this day and age. It’s hard to believe that this simple spring-based toy was created by accident! Join me as we explore the history of the Slinky, from its humble beginnings to what it means today. Read on for some fun facts and interesting history of the Slinky, from DealDash.

The Slinky – Background

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Kids and Parenting

DealDash Kids: Teddy Bear Facts & History

Teddy bears are cute, cuddly, and everyone has had one at some point. What is it about these adorable bears that make us love them?

Teddy bears are loved by kids and adults alike. They’re adorable, soft, and cuddly! But how did they become such a huge part of our culture? This post will cover the history of teddy bears as well as the different types of teddy bears that exist today. We’ll go through what made them so appealing, as well as why we enjoy them so much and how the name arose. Read on for some fun and  — Read full post