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Books to Read with Kids on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
January 16, 2023
Ages & Stages Education Parenting
A great way to discuss new topics with your children is through books. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here are a few kid-friendly titles to introduce children to Dr. King, civil rights, activism and equality.  ...
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Count On: Early Arithmetic Skills are Important in the Classroom and at Home

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
January 4, 2023
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While your little one is still many years away from trigonometry and calculus, they are learning basic math skills through games, toys and everyday activities in the preschool classroom. Here are some of the ways children are learning early fundamentals of math.  ...
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Video: Behind the Scenes of the December Cover Photo Shoot at A Christmas Story House

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
December 22, 2022
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Northeast Ohio Parent recently chose the home as the location for the December 2022 cover photo shoot. Here's a look behind the scenes. ...
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Video: Meet Scuba Claus at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
December 8, 2022
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Scuba Claus is coming to town. Talk to the magical man in red while he’s underwater with sharks, stingrays, eels and angelfish during Meet & Greet Days at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, December 14-18. ...
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Places to See Santa in Northeast Ohio

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
December 4, 2022
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Whether you want a quick picture with Santa or make your visit an entire experience, there are plenty of places around Northeast Ohio for your kids to get facetime with St. Nick this year. ...
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Sensory-Friendly Gifts for Kids

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
December 1, 2022
2022 Editions December 2022
Sensory play engages your child’s senses — touch, hearing, sight, smell and taste, while helping to develop motor skills, encouraging experimentation and problem solving and can even help your child calm down if they’re feeling over stimulated. Here are a few sensory-friendly gift ideas for children.  ...
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What’s Streaming: New Holiday Movies to Watch in December

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 30, 2022
2022 Editions December 2022
New holiday flicks hit streaming platforms just in time for winter break. Grab some hot cocoa, light the fireplace and snuggle in for a movie marathon that the whole family will enjoy.  ...
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Share your Holiday Traditions with Northeast Ohio Parent

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 11, 2022
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How does your family celebrate the holiday season? Is there a special recipe you bring out this time of year, a craft you like to make or a game your family plays? Share your holiday traditions for a chance to be featured in the December issue of Northeast Ohio Parent! ...
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November Things to do with Kids in Northeast Ohio

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 6, 2022
November 2022 Things to do
Looking for family-friendly fun this month? Check out these activities and events in Northeast Ohio. Go on an owl prowl, explore winterland at the Cleveland Public Library, attend a Santa Parade and more! ...
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Just Us: Kayla Lupean Shares Her Adoption Story

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
November 6, 2022
2022 Editions Featured November 2022
Kayla Lupean, a single adoptive mom and founder of Play Maysie, talks about parenting solo, navigating an open adoption and helping youth in foster care. ...
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