Ages & Stages

Ages & Stages

To All my Friends who had Kids Before me: I’m Sorry

We had been friends since college/high school/church camp, then you had a child. I told you “call me if you need anything.” However, you were busy keeping a tiny person

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My kid is crazy… and I secretly love it

I have one of those kids that make my friends ask me how I do it all day. He doesn’t stop dancing, jumping, skipping and most notably falling all day long. ...
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Schools in Cleveland, Ohio, that offer the international baccalaureate program

Global Learning: Schools Providing a Worldwide Perspective Through IB Program

Most people are familiar with Advanced Placement (AP) classes in education, but there’s another academic program that is growing in Northeast Ohio. read more

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Cleveland Clinic Children's offers advice for building a kid's self-esteem

Don’t Raise a Sore Loser: 6 Ways to Help your Child Handle Disappointment after Losing

It’s bound to happen. If your child plays a competitive sport or game, he or she will lose sometimes. And, as a parent, it’s your job to help your child

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Ideas for locker organizers

Tips to Keep Your Child’s School Locker Organized

Lockers. Parents and teachers have a love/hate relationship with them. On one hand, your child needs them to store books and papers, however, those books and papers often can get

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Alex's Lemonade Stand raises money for a cure for childhood cancer.

Local Organizations Support Families and Children Battling Life-Threatening Illnesses

Illness is never part of any family’s plans, but many families navigate deadly illnesses with determination, fortitude, and some help from support organizations. In Northeast Ohio, we have strong support

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Ohio Third Grade Reading Guarantee

Must-Know Facts About Ohio’s Third Grade Reading Guarantee

Parents with elementary-age children who haven’t taken the Third Grade Reading Guarantee might be wondering if their kids will be ready for the state mandated test. While school districts begin

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Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage in Beachwood, Ohio

‘Stop the Hate’ Scholarship Program Kicks off this Week at the Maltz Museum

The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage will kick off its Stop the Hate Youth Speak Out program with an event on Wednesday. Teachers, parents and students who are interested in the scholarship program are invited to attend the free event, which features an introduction to the program and a special tour. ...
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Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center Parent Tip of the Week

How does Hearing Loss Affect Speech-Language Development?

The first few years of life are a critical time for speech and language development, as children must be able to hear speech clearly in order to learn language. The earlier a hearing loss is identified and treated, the more likely the child will develop speech and language skills on par with normally hearing children. Learn about the different communication methods and approaches available for children with a hearing loss. ...
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Apps to save money

Save Money, One Dollar at a Time

One of the most intimidating tasks we face as parents is budgeting. Car seats, preschool, daycare, various lessons, college funds… the list could go on forever. So what can we

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