As a parent, your child’s safety is your number one priority. Follow these guidelines from local swim instructors to keep your kids safe in the water.
Casey's Clubhouse at Dove Park in Grapevine
Recently rebuilt, this one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive playground was designed for children of all abilities.
Summer Movie Guide
Catch a family-friendly movie at these free outdoor screenings, poolside shows and morning matinees around Dallas-Fort Worth this summer.
Playgrounds With Heart
Encourage your child’s playful spirit with an afternoon spent wheeling about at these area accessible playgrounds. Adventure World Playground: This…
Mina Chang
Standing in the doorway of her W Residences high-rise in Victory Park, Mina Chang is at once a vision of…
East Hill Park in Lewisville
East Hill Park is one of the larger parks in Lewisville and also the newest, featuring a walking trail and picnic areas.
Chisholm Park in Hurst
Chisholm Park’s playground has been updated with brand new equipment, including two shaded play structures.
Kiest Park in Dallas
Kiest Park is one of the largest in Dallas at over 250 acres, with three large play structures that are wheelchair-accessible.
Hope Park in Frisco
Hope Park opened just last year and is an all-inclusive playground for local children, featuring accessible swings and a spongy surface suitable for wheelchairs.
White Rock Lake
Run, kayak, sail or watch birds on the water or at the parks around Dallas’ favorite lake.
Dad Next Door: Andy Timmons
Meet Andy Timmons, musician, session guitarist and dad to 10-year-old Alex.
State of Care
Is the foster-care system failing thousands of children living in our own backyard? Are we?
How to Choose a Sunscreen
9 surprising facts about sun protection you need to know before you buy sunscreen for your kids
Down by the Lake Shore
Summer fun by land and by water at White Rock Lake in Dallas.
Homebound and Fancy Free
Adventures in working from home
A Day in the Life of Will Jaegar
Will Jaegar is a full-time stay-at-home dad and part-time college student. He lives in Denton with his wife Stephanie and their two children: Thomas, 2, and Frankie, 6 months.
Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve
Bike, walk and run the trails of Plano’s largest park.
Turks & Caicos Islands
Planning a family vacation to the beach? Check out the world-renowned beaches of the Turks & Caicos Islands, only a short flight away from Dallas-Fort Worth.
Quick & Healthy Meal Ideas
Make healthy meals for your family in 30 minutes with these tips and recipes from health and wellness coach Dana Shafir.
Shelly Slater
Meet WFAA Reporter Shelly Slater, mom of two boys: Hutcheson and Hawkins.