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Looking for the perfect gifts for the kids on your holiday shopping list? Step away from your screens and exit those big-box stores to support your local economy while finding unique gifts, toys, books and more. Check out this listing of toy stores and book stores in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. ...

This holiday season, National Parenting Product Awards provides a 2019 Holiday Gift Guide with something for everyone. Grouped by category, these gift options can help you spark imagination and creativity in your kids while learning, laughing and creating memories with your whole family. ...

With many schools and parents putting more emphasis on unity, empathy and caring for others, kids often are left with the desire to do good. Since it can be hard to come up with concrete ways for small hands to make a big difference, here are 50 acts of kindness for kids of all ages to do year-round.  ...

Though it’s important to teach kids the value of giving year-round, there’s just something extra special about helping those in need during the holiday season. If your family is seeking a worthy charitable cause this season, consider these options. ...

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Do you think your kids and teens are getting enough sleep? Chances are they are not. On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Jyoti Krishna, director of sleep medicine at Akron Children's Hospital, who shares how much sleep kids need at each age. Listen as he shares research on how a lack of sleep can affect your child, as well as practical takeaways on how to help them get more sleep. ...

Join Northeast Ohio Parent for a fun-filled Camp & Summer Programs Fair weekend slated for March 7-8, 2020. At two locations — Westlake and Lyndhurst — attendees will meet with representatives from area camps and summer programs, plus enjoy prizes, activities, entertainment and more. ...

In honor of National Game and Puzzle Week 2019 — which takes place November 24-30 — we’ve rounded up some great new puzzles, card and board games for all ages. Plan to spend some extra family time enjoying these fun options. ...

Paraprofessionals, or “teacher’s aides” as they often are called, work alongside licensed teachers to give students additional attention and instruction. These team members are relied upon to play a more important role in a child’s special education experience than many people think.  ...

It can be hard to tell if your child is vaping — and the results can be scary. Vaping, originally designed as a better alternative to cigarettes to help people quit smoking, is proving to have a host of side effects. Look for these signs if you suspect your child is vaping. ...