January 2021

Winter brings a whole new season of outdoor and indoor adventures in the greater Cleveland/Akron area. Find some family-friendly fun at a variety of places in the region. ...

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As schools, workplaces and many essential services moved online in Northeast Ohio, this past year highlighted the growing problem of digital exclusion: a crippling lack of access to the hardware, software, high-speed internet and technical skills necessary for success.  ...

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Do you need to get outside in the fresh air? Here's a list of hiking activities happening this month around the region. Bundle up and join naturalists who will lead you on a winter wonderland adventure on the trails.  ...

Sara Carnes, Northeast Ohio Parent columnist, made a list of things that she wanted to stick with this year. Some are personal goals, but others are more general that she thinks we all could use to stay motivated, healthy and thankful. Here are six goals she shared with us. ...

Giving kids an opportunity to learn real-life skills through science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities helps prepare them for the challenges of everyday life, high school and even their careers. We spoke with several teachers, educators and administrators who shared some of the skills that children can tap through STEAM that will help them succeed at school and in the future. ...

Gearing up to spend another semester as teacher, tutor and tech support is daunting for parents. So, as we send our kids back to school — however that looks in your district — what can we do to ease anxiety and build confidence, putting kids in the right frame of mind to succeed? ...

Most times, during joyful play, preschoolers are actively learning, but they don’t realize they are learning. These are the times that parents can connect with their children and build skills needed for future success. ...

The January issue of Northeast Ohio Parent will soon be on newsstands, but the fastest way to check it out is by viewing our digital issue here. You can find us at more than 800 locations, including Marc’s stores and select Giant Eagle and Discount Drug Mart. ...