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Cozy up in your favorite place and explore the wonders of books with your child. From infants to teenagers, here are a few seasonal suggestions to purchase or pick up at your local library. Also, check out local author Amie Longstaff's new book "Monster Motts." Northeast Ohio Parent will be giving away a signed book on our Facebook page in October. ...

Whether you have an infant, toddler or preschooler at home, it’s important to understand cleaning priorities and practices as kids crawl, toddle and run. American Cleaning Institute provides a few helpful reminders for moms and dads to help keep their children safe. ...

Animals, art and aquatics are a few examples of non-traditional therapies for children with special needs that can expand their capabilities. Besides their potential for skill-building, they provide plenty of fun by blending excitement with enrichment. ...

The college search process is complex. The many moving parts are daunting and it’s important to stay focused on what lies ahead. When launching into the throes of the college search, the following tips can help ease families into this exciting time. ...

Yoga is a mind-body practice that combines stretching exercises and controlled breathing. According to The Mayo Clinic, yoga brings together physical and mental disciplines to achieve peacefulness of body and mind, helping people relax and manage stress and anxiety. It’s beneficial for any age group, even children. ...

Kids have to be be fast at the wheel during this event. They can "burn rubber" on the Mario Kart race track in the second annual third through fifth grade gaming tournament at the Cuyahoga County Library. The top two karts from scheduled races at area library branches will advance to the final championship in November. ...

Step2 partnered with the Cleveland Indians on Thursday and donated more than $3,100 in toys to Cleveland Clinic Children's. The donation was presented during an event located at Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation. ...

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., 15,780 children age 21 and younger are diagnosed with cancer every year; approximately one-fourth of them will not survive the disease. A cancer diagnosis turns the lives of the entire family upside down. Northeast Ohio Parent shares one of these stories, high school athlete Jackie Custer's inspirational journey in the fight against cancer. ...

Sara Carnes, co-host of the Family Friendly Morning Show on 95.5 The Fish, provides readers with helpful ways to save on home improvement projects. She shares four tips from her own experiences with updating her household. ...