Mark Merrill is founder and president of the national non-profit, Family First. Through its All Pro Dad program with more than 1,500 school chapters, Family First provides resources, training and even ...

Editor's note: FoxNews.com is pleased to present an excerpt from "All Pro Dad: Seven Essentials to Be a Hero to Your Kids" the new book by Mark Merrill and Tony Dungy .

Fire up the grill. Cannonball into the pool. Reunite the family after a long school year. Summer is finally here! But before you plan your summer schedule with your kids, consider spending your time ...

I'm a husband and father of five adult children, so the holidays are particularly meaningful. Great experiences, family dinners and restful time with my family make this the most special time of the ...