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Graduation might look a little different again this year. But as we’ve learned from living in a pandemic for more than a year, there are still ways to celebrate a major milestone that can make it feel special. If you’re looking for ways to celebrate your grad — preschool to high school — check out these ideas. ...

Northeast Ohio Parent columnist Sara Carnes and her family recently watched “Yes Day” on Netflix. In the spirit of the movie, her family decided to try a "yes" day, where parents say “yes” to everything their kids ask. She shares how it went and some ground rules for having your own. ...

Whether you gained a few extra pounds during quarantine or you just want to get yourself to a healthier place, it's time to shelve all your excuses and get motivated to move. But trying to figure out where to start can be a daunting task. Here are a few apps to kick-start your fitness goals. ...

The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage announced the 2021 student and school winners of its 13th Annual Stop the Hate Youth Speak Out & Youth Sing Out Contest, which recognizes Northeast Ohio middle and high school upstanders who write individual essays and classroom songs to stand up and speak out against bias and bigotry. ...

While playgrounds offer kids vital opportunities for the physical, cognitive and social interaction crucial to their development, they also increase the chances for injuries. As kids race back to playgrounds, here are 10 tips to help keep them safe — from germs as well as injuries. ...

Join us for outdoor family-friendly fun at Crocker Park, Pinecrest and First and Main on Tuesdays. These free weekly themed events, presented by Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine and its partners, are ideal for kids, parents and caregivers. Registration for August events is now open. ...

"Mindfulness" is super trendy right now. It can teach you to get out of your head and into the present, which can benefit your health, including stress reduction. Laura Thomas, of Thomas Fitness Consulting, provides ways to incorporate some simple daily activities into your routine. ...

National Poetry Month, which began in 1996 from the Academy of American Poets, celebrates its 25th year. Reading and learning poems help with rhyming, order of words and critical thinking skills. Here are five fun ways to introduce your kids to poetry. ...

With teens and tweens having normal stressors such as grades, social relationships and seeking independence from parents, the pandemic has brought on an additional worry. Dr. Laura Gerak, director of clinical psychology and pediatric psychologist at Akron Children’s Hospital, provides some ways parents can talk to their children and check on their mental health. ...

To help heighten public understanding, Em Ellis, LSW, a behavior specialist for Summit Academy School – Dayton, who works with and advocates for children with autism, describes six common misconceptions and realities about autism. ...