There are a number of programs and resources throughout the Northeast Ohio area that support kids with special needs by embracing their individuality with personalized attention and tailored programs through art.  

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It's no tricks and all treats for the elephants at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! Watch the zoo's elephants enjoy a fun — and tasty — enrichment activity when giant pumpkins are placed in their habitat.

With so many distractions — phones, online games and social media — it might be difficult to get some tweens to sit down and read. Here are a few tips to encourage them to uncover new reading adventures that are age appropriate for them.

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From big jumping spiders and oversized webs to crazed looking clowns and 12-foot skeletons, Halloween brings out all the thrills and chills of the spooky season. While some kids might feel pure excitement about all the ghoulish decorations, costumes and trick-or-treating, there’s some who may experience some increased fear and anxiety during the Halloween season. 

The greater Cleveland/Akron area is home to dozens of local farms that celebrate the season with special festivals and activities — including family-friendly hay rides. Check our guide to find some of the best in the region.

Trick-or-treat can be a big stressor for families of children with food allergies, but there are some age-appropriate strategies parents can use to have a fun and safe Halloween.

Looking for some great seasonal reads for your kids? Here’s a list of books to try. Put these on your library wish list or gift them to someone you know.