Parenting

With a lot of parents facing the challenge of keeping housebound kids happy and healthy, this is the perfect time to teach children the basics of nutrition and eating right — while having fun. Check out these simple suggestions to get started in the kitchen with your kids. ...

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During this pandemic, parents are doing their best to juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously: working from home, helping with school, managing meals, dishes, laundry, etc. Mothers deserve a break — and more than just one day. Moms, check out these seven ways to celebrate yourself this month (or anytime). ...

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Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and while it may look a little different this year, there are many ways to celebrate mom, grandma and other female figures in your life from the comfort of your own home. We share a dozen ideas to help you start planning. ...

Registration opens today for free online arts classes offered by Fairmount Center for the Arts. Classes are offered via Zoom or YouTube and cover a range of topics, including dance, art, theater, music and fitness. While the classes are free, registration is required. ...

Pivoting from classroom learning to e-learning during a pandemic added another layer of stress for educators. Teachers are among the heroes leading us through these challenging times. These heroes elevate us mentally and emotionally, but they, too, need encouragement and support. In honor of teacher appreciation week, here are eight ways your family can encourage, support and make teachers smile — including some hands-on fun that kids can even do themselves. ...

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On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner speaks with Sara Fridline, director of college placement at Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, who shares her years of expertise and discusses topics that apply to all students, regardless of where they attend high school. ...

Movie night is a great way to enjoy spending extra time with your kids — it's also an easy way for children to work on their speech and language skills. Grab some popcorn and settle in for a movie with the family this weekend using these simple activities and questions to get you started. ...