In this economy, sometimes travel can take a back seat to the budget. SIGH. Well, in an effort to provide some great family fun for FREE, the U.S. National Park Service has made some special deal.

Our Geography Awareness Editor, Debbie Glade/smartpoodle, has written an article on many things you may not have known about our National Parks!

Here's great news from the U.S. National Park Service!

We had such fun playing at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts this week! They have a small collection of art from all periods, and currently have a Georgia O'Keefe exhibit. BUT! the best part was the ARTworks interactive gallery! This is "A special place for young visitors! "Paint" with virtual paint on a giant computer screen. Change the colors in a work of art with a computer. Enjoy books, blocks, drawing and more!" The KIA is located in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan.