Ages & Stages

Cuyahoga County Public Library is offering free, five-week, virtual Baby Club programs for caregivers and children ages birth to 2. Registrants will learn helpful tips and research-backed practices they can use to boost their baby’s brain through play while connecting with other families.  ...

For your toddler attending preschool or daycare, check out these National Parenting Product Awards that provide learning, potty training tools, going-away-from-home comfort and more! ...

Already been around the birthday parade block? Whatever your comfort level or preference for gatherings, there are plenty of other fun, creative ways to celebrate safely in-person, virtually or with a hybrid event. Here are some ideas to make your birthday child feel special. ...

Learn more about the City of Shaker Heights' unique community through the eyes of residents, city officials, schools and businesses. ...

Teaching your kids to manage money is an invaluable life lesson. Mike Daugherty, technology expert, shares with us his recommendation for a new app kids — and parents — can use to improve financial literacy. ...

Winter brings a whole new season of outdoor and indoor adventures in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Find some family-friendly fun at a variety of places in the region. ...

The Wilson Reading System is a multisensory, research-based reading and writing program that is designed for use with individuals who have difficulty with written language in the areas of decoding (sounding out words) and spelling. It addresses the learning style of students with a language-based learning disability; however, it is beneficial to any student lacking basic reading and spelling skills. ...

To get young children talking, we often motivate them by showing that “using your words” can get them what they want. A simple way to achieve this is through "People Play" — songs, games and activities in which the fun happens when the child interacts with another person. Enjoy some of these great ways to play and interact that will also motivate your child to request more fun. ...

At a time when most Americans feel the country’s values are deteriorating — 77 percent say the country’s moral values are declining, according to a 2018 Gallup poll — how can we raise kids who show courage when it counts? Will they have the moral courage to stand up for themselves or others? ...

Toddlers often know what they want, but are not yet able to express their wants accurately to caregivers. When tension builds and frustration mounts due to a communication breakdown, toddlers may experience a full-blown tantrum. These expert tips will help parents keep their cool while helping their child through a communication-related tantrum. ...