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Children’s Museum of Cleveland Presents DIY Circuit Activity for Kids

In this video, used as part of the Northeast Ohio Parent KidStream series, an educator at the Children’s Museum of Cleveland offers step-by-step instructions for kids to make their very

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Reduce Stress by Moving Into a Proactive Mode

I have been hearing from a LOT of people about how they are feeling extra stressed and strangely “emotional” over the past few weeks. read more

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So, What Now? At-Home Activities for Bored Adults

Quarantine life has prompted many to take advantage of the extra time at home to complete a variety of home improvement projects. At this point, you may notice that there is nothing left to clean, organize or put together. Here are some tech-based activities for parents who have run out of things to do at home. ...
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Milk a Cow With Lake Metroparks Farmpark

While the Lake Metroparks Farmpark is temporarily closed, its staff has been busy caring for animals, planting the fields and maintaining the facility. Staffers also have created several videos for

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Tips for Parents and Kids to Cope With School Closures Long-Term

We are experiencing truly unprecedented times right now as a result of COVID-19. Parents are experiencing a degree of difficulties ranging from being laid off at work to kids being

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Planting a Seed for Tomorrow: Cultivating Your Child’s Green Thumb

Whether you have a massive yard or an apartment with a small patio, you can garden with your child. Cultivating your child’s green thumb offers benefits far beyond an engaging activity — gardening builds developmental skills and provides lifelong benefits. ...
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Disruptive Behavior Disorders: How to Cope with Hostile Kids — and When to Seek Help 

Do you feel like certain situations turn your child into a ticking time bomb? Do you dread frequent morning arguments about going to school? Or maybe you’ve noticed your child

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Move Forward and Keep Good Family Changes

Northeast Ohio Parent columnist Sara Carnes, of 95.5 The Fish, shares why it's important to look for the positive changes that have occurred as a result of Ohio's stay-at-home order. Learn some things her family has begun doing differently — and why she hopes these changes will last. ...
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Drive-in Movie Theaters in Northeast Ohio are Open for Business

Although indoor movie theaters throughout the state remain closed due to COVID-19 precautions, many of Ohio's drive-in movie theaters are now open for business. It could be a welcome return to a nostalgic pastime for many families who are ready to seek entertainment outside of their homes. ...
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Managing Kids’ Technology Over-Consumption During Lockdown

Children and adolescents are on computers for hours each day doing schoolwork, virtually visiting with friends, and then playing video games or using social media. Sorting out technology over-consumption from healthy use can be a challenge. We share ways to help children embrace technology, but keep a balance. ...
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