About realkidsshades

Real Kids Shades is a leading maker and provider of sunglasses for children. By advocating sun safety through our Safe Eyes Everyday program, RKS helps parents provide serious sun protection for babies, toddlers, and kids up to age 12. All Real Kids Shades provide comfort, durability, and safety. Our rigorous product testing program assures all Real Kids Shades are CPSIA Compliant, CE Certified, and FDA Approved to provide 100% UVA and UVB protection.

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Parent-Child Date Night Ideas

June 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Parenting can be challenging, no matter how many children you have. Our hectic lives often have us squeezing in every little thing we have to do in a single day. But something we must always make time for is spending quality time with our children. Setting up a date night for you and your son…Read More

Summer Fun & Games with Sidewalk Chalk

June 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Summertime means getting outside and enjoying some fun in the sun. Playscapes, sprinklers, and swimming pools are great fun when kids want to play outdoors, but what about letting your kids express their creativity with some good old fashioned sidewalk chalk?   From pictures to games, sidewalk chalk activities offer infinite creative freedom for kids…Read More

Surprising Statistics About Sunglasses

June 12, 2013 By 1 Comment
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The results of the 8th annual American Eye-Q® survey have revealed some pretty surprising statistics about how consumers view sunglasses. The American Optometric Association (AOA) shared in a recent press release that the survey showed “only 40 percent of consumers cite protection of their eyes from sun damage as the primary reason they wear sunglasses.”…Read More

Amblyopia – What it is & How to Spot it

June 6, 2013 By 1 Comment
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As parents, we learn to identify the signs that our children aren’t feeling well rather quickly. The sniffles could be a warning that a cold is on the way, and complaints of a sore throat could mean a case of strep throat. But when it comes to our kids and the health of their eyes,…Read More

Summer Camp Essentials

June 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Summer camp can foster memories that last a lifetime. A week away at camp can offer a host of opportunities for kids to make new friends, have new experiences, try new activities, and create memories that they’ll be able to cherish for the rest of their lives.   But before we send our children off…Read More

Real Kids Shades is a leading maker and provider of sunglasses for children. By advocating sun safety through our Safe Eyes Everyday program, RKS helps parents provide serious sun protection for babies, toddlers, and kids up to age 12. All Real Kids Shades provide comfort, durability, and safety. Our rigorous product testing program assures all Real Kids Shades are CPSIA Compliant, CE Certified, and FDA Approved to provide 100% UVA and UVB protection.