We want our children to be independent, right? However, we don’t always set them up for it. Jessica Ontko Freeman, a licensed therapist and Northeast Ohio native, provides some ways to encourage self-direction in our elementary-aged children. ...

Northeast Ohio Blogger, life coach, Michelle Dickstein shares her experience of helping her kids learn the lessons of the meaning of money and working towards goals. ...

Looking to fill your child's bookshelf? National Parenting Product Awards provides some reads that will delight kids — and parents alike. ...

Creating a reading corner or book nook is a great way to encourage your little reader. We’ve asked experts to weigh in on how you can build a book nook for your child, no matter what kind of space or budget. ...

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Fill your bookshelf with these October picks including a few "not-so-scary" titles for your little ones and new chapter books for your tweens. ...

The shoes. The socks. The sports bags. If you are a parent to tweens or teens, you probably know the stinky feet struggle. To fend off funky foot odor in your family, learn about what causes it in the first place and how to prevent it in the future. ...

Once again, it’s time for fall fun in Northeast Ohio. Between trips to the apple orchard and pumpkin patch, your family can enjoy seasonal festivities at home, too. Find inspiration with these fall-themed STEAM activities for kids of all ages, arranged from those that appeal to younger children to those best suited for older kids. ...

In the elementary years, early readers might need some help, but it’s a good idea for families to have a healthy space at-home to discover and explore books and activities. We provide some ideas on how to fill your child’s library. ...

Jason Lea, Northeast Ohio Parent Dad columnist, shares how Shel Silverstein’s classic book “The Giving Tree” should inspire parents to “give to themselves” once in a while. ...