Parenting Through the Pandemic

Parenting Through the Pandemic

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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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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Cleveland Play House Launches Free Virtual Programming for All Ages

Cleveland Play House is providing free online enrichment programming for all ages, with participants logging on using Zoom on a computer, tablet or smart phone. Register to take an acting class, learn how to create a script, connect with your family in multi-generational classes, enjoy storytimes and much more. ...
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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Kicks Off ‘Cruise the Zoo’ Event

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is offering a limited-time, drive-through fundraising event that takes place Wednesday through Sunday until May 31. Cruise the Zoo will offer guests a chance to visit with the animals of the zoo from the safety of their vehicle. ...
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Feed Lionfish With the Greater Cleveland Aquarium

During its closure, aquarists and staff at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium share behind-the-scenes information, as well as videos about different species and at-home activities for kids. See shark and stingray

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Homemade Lava Lamp Experiment

MilliporeSigma is passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists. While it typically works to accomplish this through a variety of programs including SPARK™Curiosity Labs™ and the Curiosity

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Local Companies Team Up in the Spirit of Art, Food and Helping Others

Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio and Moe’s Southwest Grill, both located in Mentor, are teaming up to provide food for those on the frontlines. For each "Healing Earth" canvas kit purchased, Busy Bees will donate the proceeds to purchase food from Moe's — who will sweeten the order with dessert and make the delivery to local healthcare workers. ...
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Helping Children Cope with New Fears and Worries

The world opening back up, going out in public, and interacting with others may bring up new fears and worries in our children. Consequently, anxiety-driven behaviors that may have never presented themselves in your children before may begin to appear now. It is essential to notice these behaviors so that you can help your child cope with their fears appropriately. ...
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