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Their rich histories and modern amenities make the heights communities highly sought after by potential residents and frequently visited by those seeking entertainment and culture, as well as world-class restaurants and unique shopping. ...

In theory, giving kids household chores seems like a winning scenario for everyone involved — kids gain responsibility and parents finally get some extra help with the dishes, the dog and the never-ending piles of laundry. Kids aren’t always willing participants in this well-conceived plan. If you could use a little more help around the house, read on for ways to get kids to pitch in, from the pokiest preschooler to the most petulant pre-teen. ...

All school-age children, from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and older, can register for this event that includes topics such as how to become a superhero (in school or life), money management, basic learning and character building skills, bully-free zone, and more. Free school supplies to all kids who register and gift bags for parents, too, while supplies last. ...

During the first year of life, babies generally don’t need water. In fact, giving infants water can be dangerous because they can easily suffer from water intoxication, a condition in which their developing kidneys can’t excrete water fast enough. Here are some ways to avoid water intoxication. ...

Festivals bring good food, great music and family-friendly fun. They also offer a wide variety of learning opportunities, from culture and arts to community history. We provide a listing of festivals throughout the month of August. No matter what your family wants to do, we have a festival for you. ...

The reasons behind the decision to have a family pet vary — and can start when the kids are young or as they grow older. Whatever the time or whichever type of pet you choose, remember that the animal needs to fit your family’s needs. ...

Introduce reading to your child and keep track of your progress with this free program. Families can read a book (any book) to their newborn, infant, and/or toddler, according to 1000 Books Foundation in Nevada, which supports the early literacy initiative. The goal is to have read 1,000 books (families can repeat books) before your child starts kindergarten. This ongoing, self-directed program provides opportunities to earn rewards at these participating libraries. ...

Anna Moyer is a Ph.D. student in human genetics and has a younger brother with Down syndrome. She created the “Your Special Chef” visual recipe website as a high school project. She provides some advice on how to make cooking fun and safe for people with special needs. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent brings you a list of the area's splash-filled fun. These parks provide interactive water play with colorful nozzles and characters for children of all ages and abilities. Have your family members grab their towels and sunscreen, and get ready to cool-off this summer with these spray parks. ...

The first annual Northeast Ohio Parent magazine 2016 Cover Kids contest received more than 140 entries. The children, ages 0-17, were broken up into categories based on age, with the most entries in the 0-3 age category. Our panel of judges — which included Parent bloggers, writers, editors and designers — had to make tough choices and it wasn’t easy choosing this year’s winners. ...