Whether your child is heading to daycare, preschool or college, National Parenting Product Awards recommends some apps, games and other products to help everyone start off the school year right. Check out this year's top-rated products.

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Eton Explorers returns to Eton Chagrin Boulevard tomorrow with a Water Palooza theme — come ready to splash and play with water balloons, "duck ponds," Mermaid Gem, and other water fun. The event features crafts, activities, prizes, custom balloon creations, glitter tattoos, live entertainment, and more. 95.5 The Fish will be on site with music and entertainment, and kids also can explore the City of Woodmere police cruiser and fire truck.

The fair runs this Tuesday through Sunday at the fairgrounds in Berea. Visit for returning favorites — rides, thrill shows, animals, live music, demo derbies, harness racing, Junior Fair, and much more — in addition to some all-new attractions, including Broken Horn Rodeo, Xpogo Stunt Team, alpaca yoga, and more.

Tuesdays through Fridays throughout the entire month of August, for one adult National Park Scenic coach ticket purchased, one child’s National Park Scenic coach ticket is free.

It is true – a child’s first words are typically formed around the age of 1. However, not all children begin using words by their first birthday. Learn a few things to consider if you or your pediatrician are keeping a watchful eye on your child’s communication skills, including certain hearing and language skills your child should have that will help the transition into verbal communication.

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Have fun this month with a visit to your local library, museum or area attraction, many of which offer storytimes, crafts, and other fun activities for young children.

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