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25 Learning Activities to Do in the First Year of Preschool

Sending your child to preschool is one of the first steps to starting their education. Ohio’s Early Learning & Development Standards, for children ages 3-5, focus on five domains: approaches

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Entertainment, Activities Detailed for Oct. 6 Education & STEM Expo

At the upcoming Education & STEM Expo 2019, families will have the opportunity to enjoy hands-on activities and entertainment, in addition to meeting with dozens of area schools all under one roof. Find out which fun happenings are included as part of the free event. ...
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Northeast Ohio Fall Bucket List

School’s back in session, the days are getting cooler, and pops of color will soon leaf out everywhere. That’s right — it’s fall in Northeast Ohio. Make the most of this festive season by creating your family’s very own fall bucket list. We suggest some favorite activities to get you started. ...
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Podcast Episode #34: Hollie Strano on Being a Mom

WKYC Cleveland’s Hollie Strano joins host Miriam Conner on the latest episode of aParently Speaking. Listen as she tells us about her favorite job: being a mom. Hollie shares stories of her personal life with her two children, including her parenting style, how she deals with social media, her favorite traditions and more.  ...
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Crocker Kids — Bounti-Fall Harvest Celebration is Next Tuesday!

The final Crocker Kids event of the season is September 10 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bounti-Fall Harvest Celebration is a free event ideal for parents, caregivers and kids that will feature fall fun, games, prizes, snacks, glitter tattoos and much more! ...
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No Chips for Breakfast: Healthy Morning Meals for Teens

Eating a nutritious breakfast provides energy, improves your ability to concentrate, has a positive impact on your mood, and encourages lifelong healthy habits. If you find that your teen often skips breakfast or hits the school’s vending machine, have them start their day off right with these healthy options. ...
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Things to do in Ohio: Fall Festivals

This weekend, several area festivals and events cover a wide range of interests while featuring the sights, smells and tastes of autumn. Celebrate the season in the greater Cleveland/Akron area with these fun, family-friendly fall happenings. ...
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6 Tips to Curb Back-to-School Jitters

As summer slips by and back-to-school ads bombard in full force, anxiety tends to sneak up on students and families as they wonder – and worry – about what lies

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Social Media and Self Image for Today’s Teens

The rise of smartphones and social media pushes today's teens to be full-time brand managers who strive for likes, comments, upvotes, emojis and hashtags regarding how they present themselves. Unfortunately, this strengthens the perception that image is everything, and getting likes is the key to happiness. Anxiety, depression and self doubt all rise when teens measure their worth by the number of likes they receive. ...
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Podcast Episode #33: Dating Again with Kids in Tow

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with psychologist Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell about dating again as a parent. Listen as she shares her expertise on when you should date again, how and when to involve your kids in the process, and things to avoid. This is a fun and informative episode you don’t want to miss — even if you are not dating! ...
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