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Looking for some great reads for your kids? Check out the list below for books recommended by local libraries, Northeast Ohio Parent editors and more. Be sure to check back as we add more books each month.  ...

From day camps to overnight camps, summer programs have been a staple in many families’ lives. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, kids had to stay close to home, many on their screens, not seeing friends or doing typical activities. Now, with the return of camp season in 2021, camp program directors have been preparing for a "new normal" and the extra mental health issues that could arise. ...

Local libraries and other family-friendly organizations in the region are offering activities for kids from the comfort of their own homes. Children can sing, dance, listen to a story, do crafts and socialize in these fun, virtual February events. ...

Sara Carnes, Northeast Ohio Parent columnist, shares with us how she decided to make her first vision board to plan out some goals and thoughts as encouragement for the year ahead. She created this inspirational collage of images and words that's encourages a pursuit of goals and dreams with her daughter. Find out some ways to create a board and how this can teach goal setting to kids. ...

If you don’t feel comfortable going to a gym during a pandemic, there are still plenty of ways to get yourself feeling good. You can now choose from many online and streaming workouts. Many of the programs don’t even require equipment. ...

Has romance taken a back seat during this pandemic? It’s completely understandable, if so. Restaurants are closing early, babysitters might be limited and that new loungewear set is just so much more comfortable. Here are some fun at-home ideas to add a little creativity to make this Valentine’s Day special. ...

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Time to refresh with beauty, fitness and heart health tips. Learn how to get fit virtually, how to keep yourself looking and feeling younger, and see some creative and romantic ideas for at-home Valentine’s Day dates. Forget about the cold and snow and instead focus on the fun in February. ...

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For parents wondering if their kids need braces, we spoke with several local experts who let us in on the basics — everything from why kids need them to the cost and more. ...