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Coming Soon: 2019 Parent Choice Awards

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
February 17, 2019
Beginning in March, we’re asking readers to help us find the best of the best in Northeast Ohio when it comes to family fun. The Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. During the nomination period beginning March 1, you’ll have the chance to name your favorite businesses, attractions, family services, and more. ...
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9 Easy Strategies to Help your Child Become a Better Reader

By Barb Payne
February 11, 2019

While we all know reading is an important skill, some of our kids still struggle.

Here are some strategies that will help all readers, not just the struggling ones. read

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2019 Summer Camp Guide Available Now!

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
February 10, 2019
The winter edition of our 2019 Summer Camp Guide features helpful articles to get everyone in the family ready for camp, from creating a savings plan to following a month-by-month prep timeline. Plus, find more than 50 camp listings to aid in your search for summer adventure! ...
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Sleep Interrupted: How Screen Time Affects Bedtime

By Angela Gartner
February 4, 2019
Whether it’s a toddler refusing to go bed or a teen who wants to play one more game, many parents are struggling to figure out why their child is at odds with going to sleep. Nightly routines or sleep disorders could be the cause of battles at bedtime. However, many experts cite an increase of screen time and its impact on how kids go to bed. ...
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Podcast Episode #21: Kids and Sports

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
February 3, 2019
On this episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with Dr. Joseph Congeni, who shares his expertise on specializing in one sport, preventing injuries from overuse, concussion awareness, advice on kids reaching their true athletic potential, and more. ...
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Camp Fair West Takes Place on Saturday

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 29, 2019
Join us this Saturday in Westlake for all things summer camp-related. Meet with representatives from camps in the region, plus enjoy interactive crafts, hands-on activities, and a visit from Jungle Terry and his animal friends. Camp scholarships will be raffled off throughout the day at this free event! ...
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Recommended STEM Toys for Kids

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
January 29, 2019

Statistics show that learning STEM skills early on better prepares kids for school and future careers. And not just STEM-related careers, but all careers, due to the fact that math

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Great Podcasts for Parents (and Kids, Too!)

By Mike Daugherty
January 23, 2019

Until a few years ago, I had never bothered to listen to a podcast. I assumed podcasts were similar to National Public Radio, but for hipsters and nerds. This assumption

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Podcast Episode #20: Parent Panel on Family Travel

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 20, 2019
On the newest episode of our aParently Speaking podcast, host Miriam Conner speaks with father of five Jason Russ and mom of three and travel blogger Leah Yoder, who reminisce about some of their family vacations. This episode is sure to stir up some of your own family vacation memories! ...
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Is Your Child Ready to Stay Home Alone?

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
January 14, 2019
Whether it’s an unexpected day off from school, a meeting that runs late at work or a last minute invite to an event, at some point there will be a scenario when you consider leaving your child home alone. There’s a lot to think about before you take the first step into a new level of independence with your child.     ...
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