Ages & Stages

The emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and STEAM (add art) education has grown substantially over the past two decades and educators say there’s much more to come as industries continue to increase the demand for a STEM educated workforce. It uses problem-based learning, which provides students with a problem or topic and then encourages them to be hands-on, work together on projects, make mistakes and come up with multiple solutions. Learn more about its importance and how some local schools are placing an emphasis on STEM. ...

Children begin building speech skills from birth, then develop sounds, and eventually, use all speech sounds correctly. Parents, family members, teachers or others might be worried that a child is not learning or talking the way they should for their age. Find out about the disorder and how it's evaluated, plus treatment options. ...

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Consider focusing on a theme to help your young child develop speech and language skills during winter break. The "All about me" theme detailed here includes books, snacks, activities and field trips designed for both fun and helping to build your child's vocabulary. ...

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If taking the kids to visit Santa is a holiday tradition for your family, we've got you covered. From a quick visit to a lengthier event, there are many options in the greater Cleveland area. ...

What parent or grandparent doesn't love a heartfelt, handmade gift from their kids or grandkids? Check some gifts off your holiday shopping list while entertaining the kids at the same time at these local businesses that feature custom, do-it-yourself creations. ...

Taking a break from school doesn’t mean your kids should completely take a vacation from learning. There are many educational events taking place during winter break in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Check this list for some ideas to add to your family's calendar. ...

For students and teachers, winter break is a time to relax, catch up with family and enjoy time away from the school year structure — but it doesn’t mean children should completely take a break from learning. Find ways to take advantage of educational opportunities outside of the classroom. ...

Reading aloud to a child for 15 minutes every day — approximately the time of a bedtime story — is crucial for reading, learning and language skill development. As we head into the busy holiday season, it's even more important to set aside time each day to read with your young child — and to make sure older children spend time reading during their upcoming winter break from school. ...