Ages & Stages

Registration opens Tuesday for the first installment of Fun at First & Main, the 2017 summer event series presented by Akron Children's Hospital and Northeast Ohio Parent magazine. Be one of the first 250 families to register for Fun at First & Main — Crafty Kids, planned for June 7 in Hudson, and you’ll qualify for a free 2017 Fun at First & Main T-shirt! The free monthly events are ideal for parents and kids ages 2 to 9 and feature theme-related activities, including face painting, crafts, prizes, balloon creations, and more. ...

Choosing a school for a child with unique learning needs can be overwhelming; often the hardest part is knowing where to start. While every family will make decisions based on their child’s individual needs and circumstances, these common considerations — including therapies, communication, family support, and more — can help guide you through the process. ...

I posted my story to my Facebook page that day to make the point that raising children is "enough." It's stimulating. It's challenging. It's rewarding. Seeing my baby crawl and listening to my toddler count and sing and dance is far better compensation than any paycheck I've ever received. ...

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On Wednesday, preschoolers at The Goddard School in Jackson Township and Highland Heights kicked off the 7th annual Root for Earth initiative. While the children learn about eco-friendly topics throughout the year, this week especially celebrates learning about the environment and what it means to be a good environmental steward. ...

Musical Fingers offers Summer Classic Rock and Contemporary Christian Rock camps with the same goals at its year-round music therapy and music education classes: let kids have a blast creating music, elevate their self-esteem and instill a deep-seated love for music; and help special needs individuals transform their dis-ability into ability. ...

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Parents are researching camps for their kids, but it’s also the time for teens to start thinking about a summer job. Being a camp counselor can have its ups and downs, but nothing can compare to the memories made that will last a lifetime. If your teen is interested in working as a counselor, help them strengthen their resume with these important skills. ...

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