2024 Editions

From companionship, to helping your children learn responsibility, there are many benefits of adding a pet to your family. Before you make the commitment, there are a few important things to consider to make sure you’re making a pawsome choice. Check out our guide and also some fun pet facts to share with kids. ...

If your son or daughter has shown any measure of aptitude in youth recreational sports, chances are you’ve either been asked to participate in the next level — travel or club sports. We break down the benefits and challenges to help you find the right fit. ...

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The August issue of Northeast Ohio Parent has arrived! In this issue, we help you find the right extracurricular activity for your child. Plus, savor these last days of summer with an Ohio glamping trip. The August issue also features the 2024 Preschool Guide! We cover common preschool behaviors, educational toys, resources for special needs students and more!  ...

Check out regional events and activities happening all summer. Plus, we give you 94 things to do to fill your summer days, tips to stay safe at the beach, kid-friendly ways to explore nature and more! ...

Beach season is here at last. It’s finally time for those iconic summer days of water, sand and sun. Whether you’re taking in the views from our own Lake Erie, or traveling to bask in salt waves, the right precautions help keep dangers at bay. ...

With school being out for the summer, it's a good time to teach children how to self-manage their time. However, helping to foster independence can be difficult. Here are a few ways to help promote independence at home. ...

Whether you invest in the hottest new yard games or enjoy classic activities that require no equipment, your yard can become an ultimate hang out destination with these fun ideas.  ...

From buzzing insects, to chirping birds, and other creatures there’s a whole world waiting to be discovered. Find out how your family can explore nature and identify what they are seeing. ...

You can be the calmest parent, but toddlers are anything but rational, and meltdowns aren’t ever a question of if, but when. We discuss why they happen and a few ways to handle them. ...