One of the best ways to nurture a love of reading in children is to make it feel like a treat, not a task. What better way to do that than by creating a special space at home just for books? A kid-friendly reading nook doesn’t require a big budget or a lot of space; all you need is a little creativity and collaboration. ...
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Archives by: Denise Koeth
Denise Koeth
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Denise Koeth is Digital Content Manager for Northeast Ohio Parent. She oversees content on the NortheastOhioParent.com website and manages the brand’s social media activity. Denise grew up in Northeast Ohio and she and her husband are currently raising their two boys here.
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Planning a summer getaway often starts with a difficult question: Who will watch the pets while the family is away? Increasingly, for many families the answer is simply to bring them along. Fortunately, there are many pet-friendly destinations within a short drive of Northeast Ohio. We provide some inspiration to help you plan a one-tank trip for the entire family — pets included. ...
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Between managing schedules, remembering school forms, coordinating meals and keeping track of everyone else’s needs, modern motherhood often comes with an invisible checklist that never really turns off. For a growing number of moms, self-care isn’t about occasional pampering — it’s about finding creative, sometimes unexpected ways to make daily life more sustainable. ...
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Looking for a place to take your family out to dinner without breaking the budget? You’re in luck: many restaurants in the greater Cleveland/Akron area offer free (or cheap) kids meals. There are options several days of the week to enjoy a meal out with your family while saving money. ...
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A makerspace is simply a place where kids can create, tinker, build and take things apart — essentially, they can explore how the world works in fun ways. When combined with sensory-rich activities — projects that invite kids to touch, pour, squeeze, twist, stack, mix and experiment — you create an environment where STEM learning feels more like play than work. ...
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When it comes to winter fun, nothing beats gliding down a hill of freshly fallen snow. Sledding is a family-friendly activity that can easily be adapted to your kids. Make a short visit to a gentle slope for younger children, or stay for the day at a steep hill for older thrill-seekers. ...
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