Family

As a mother, Melissa often writes about family-related topics. Whether she is writing for one of her personal niche blogs, contributing to a newsletter or a website, or writing for a print publication, Melissa enjoys writing about family.

Kid-Friendly Hikes in the Superstitions

Melissa’s article, Kid-Friendly Hikes in the Superstitions (PDF), was printed in the April 2008 issue of the Gold Canyon Ledger. As a resident of the area, Melissa and her family have spent countless hours exploring the Superstition Wilderness.

Gold Canyon residents know the beauty of the Superstition Mountains. The wilderness isn’t a playground reserved for adults however; several of the trails are kid-friendly and can help children gain an understanding of the habitat and history of the region. Plan a family outing and explore one of these kid-friendly trails.

Top Toddler Websites: The Internet’s Best Sites for Toddlers

Melissa’s first Editor’s Choice Award on Suite 101 came in January 2008 after she published the article Top Toddler Websites. The article quickly grew to be her most popular article out of the more than 100 published on the site.

With the majority of American households owning at least one computer, it is not uncommon to find websites designed specifically with toddlers in mind. Help your child explore the World Wide Web and visit one of these top toddler websites today.