With so many distractions — phones, online games and social media — it might be difficult to get some tweens to sit down and read. Here are a few tips to encourage them to uncover new reading adventures that are age appropriate for them. ...
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Archives by: Angela Gartner
Angela Gartner
About the author
Angela Gartner has been the editor at Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine since 2014. She has won local and national awards for her features, columns and photography over the years. Previously, her work appeared in publications including The News-Herald, Sun Newspapers and The Chicago Tribune. She grew up in Northeast Ohio and is a mom of two boys. The whole family is busy every weekend with sports and finding new happenings around the region. She is also a board member and past president at the Cleveland Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. She loves reading, writing poetry and taking the family's Scottish Terrier on walks.
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Every week or, even daily, your child might bring home something artsy for you to put on the fridge door to be admired. Whether it’s a drawing or craft, these school projects can add up throughout the year — and even as they move from grade to grade. So, what do parents do with these projects once their fridge life has expired? Here are some tips to keep everything, without cluttering your home.
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From tying shoes, cutting with scissors, picking up toys and using utensils, to holding a crayon or pencil, young children are practicing fine motor skills. While many children hit these developmental milestones easily, everyone learns at their own pace. As kids begin to learn how to write, parents want to watch out for signs their child is having difficulties early on. ...
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