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26 Fun Things to Do with Your Kids -- Before Labor Day!

The days are getting shorter, but summer isn't over yet -- which means there's still time to check one (or all!) of these family activities off of your want-to-do list. (27 Photos)

Jenna McCarthy on Jul 20, 2012 at 3:37PM

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26 Fun Things to Do with Your Kids -- Before Labor Day!

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Pick Flowers on a Nature Walk

On a regular old walk you're likely to hear cries of complaint. But give your walk a purpose ("Let's see if we can build a bouquet the size of Texas!") and the mutiny is almost guaranteed to be at a minimum. Bonus: You'll get to enjoy a homemade centerpiece for the rest of the week. Just make sure you (and your kids) know what poison ivy looks like!