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This fall brings students back to brick-and-mortar schools — including college kids. Whether they’re freshmen or sophomores heading to campus for the first time, those departures from home stir up many emotions. Here are some ways to show them extra love. ...

Even though the return to school is just a few weeks away, there’s still plenty of time left to enjoy summer vacation with your kids. Look no further than area park systems to find unique activities and events taking place before the back-to-school bell rings. ...

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Despite these signs of optimism, many parents remain worried about the cost of the pandemic on their child’s academic progress. While tutors, camps and school-based summer enrichment programs may be part of your child’s plans, don’t overlook the evergreen answer to “summer slide” concerns: open a book. ...

A new tandem zip line experience that takes riders to new heights above the grounds of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Waterfowl Lake. It will also be open for special events including this year’s Asian Lantern Festival, offering guests a chance to experience the thrilling ride after dark. ...

Sometimes there’s no better way to get back to nature than a walk in the woods—especially if you have young kids looking to burn off some energy. So ditch the video games and find a tree to hug. Northeast Ohio Parent blogger Jennifer Bonnar of "Green Family-in-Training" shares some of her family’s favorite trails to explore. ...

Cleveland Metroparks opened The Lindsey Family Play Space at Edgewater Park. The nearly one-acre Play Space has a wide range of nature play opportunities. The Play Space features distinct play zones designed to serve children of all ages and abilities. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent Bloggers share advice on how parents can enjoy and take advantage of the sunny season, whether spending your days at home or going out for an adventure in the region.  ...

Ready to travel? Here are some things to bring along. Keep your child both safe and entertained with these ideas from National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA), which evaluates and tests all these road-ready products. ...

Jason Lea, Northeast Ohio Parent Dad columnist, shares how last summer, his family didn't do as much as they hoped due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With this year getting closer to normal, he shares five things he plans to do this summer. ...