Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey returns to Northeast Ohio with "Out Of This World," a reimagined circus that includes the Simet Family Astronauts, Heilongjiang Provincial Acrobatic Troupe, Thrill Skaters, plus animals, equestrian stunts, clowns and more. The company is working with the Cleveland Metropolitan School District on an attendance initiative, in which tickets donated to the district will be used to reward the schools with the most improved attendance leading up to the show.

Every kid has a tantrum every now and then, but when a child is experiencing difficulty controlling their temper it can be a really frustrating and challenging time for their parents. Learn expert advice from the Cleveland Clinic on how to help your child navigate these feelings.

Picking apples is a fun way the family can spend time together. Bite into the season by coming to the orchard for this crunchy snack, cider and more. Check out the following local hotspots in Greater Cleveland for their fall and apple activities.

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The Cuyahoga County Public Library is expanding its after-school homework help services to 12 additional branch locations through its new Homework Mentors Program. Trained mentors will be available to provide students in kindergarten through eighth grade with homework assistance.

In addition to free books, using a Mentor Public Library card just became a better bargain. The library now offers My Library Rewards, which gives library patrons the chance to earn discounts on food, recreation, gym memberships and more by checking out books, videos and other items from the library.

We dove into Pinterest for some great ocean-themed fun for younger children. Check out these experiments and crafts — and even a healthy snack — for a DIY adventure with an educational twist. They're sure to make a big splash with your kids.

Lawrence School is pleased to present this resource with the hope that families will be able to learn more about learning differences, the reasons behind the challenges they create, and ultimately to become better equipped to understand, accept and help their own children.

Akron Children’s Hospital has launched its “Lace Up 4 Pediatric Cancer” campaign in conjunction with the Go4TheGoal Foundation. Youth athletes and sports teams can get involved by ordering gold shoe laces and designating a game to childhood cancer awareness.

In January 2015, the lives of the Kramp family took a drastic change when daughter Kallie was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a form of pediatric cancer that attacks nerve cells. In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness month, we share the Willowick family's story and 8-year-old Kallie's inspiring attitude.