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Queer Fam Pride Jam Comes to the Salt Shed Fairgrounds
Raise your rainbow flags — Pride month is officially here and Queer Fam Pride Jam, a large-scale, family-friendly event coming to the Salt Shed Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 17, aims to bring the Pride fun for the whole family. The free festival will feature wellness and creativity focused events...
Kid-Friendly Patios and Rooftops in Chicagoland
On a gorgeous summer day, nothing beats relaxing outside with a delicious meal and elegant patio drinks. But, not all patios in Chicagoland are created equal — and many of them aren’t the best option for dining out with the kids. To fully enjoy your time outdoors, you want an outdoor dining establishment with a delicious menu, kid-friendly bites and activities that will keep the fun going long after the plates have been cleared.
Best Things to Do with Chicagoland Kids in June
When raising kids, you know life can get busy with school, sports practices, dance classes and other extracurricular activities. That’s why it’s sometimes helpful to plan ahead when searching for exciting events and attractions in Chicagoland. To make things easier for you, we’ve rounded up some of the best things to do with kids in June.
Why Social Justice Education Is Important Now
In today’s classrooms sit tomorrow’s leaders. To move confidently through a global society, future leaders require education that recognizes their passion to learn, grow and foster change. through the lens of social justice. At Village Leadership Academy (VLA), children learn in a culturally relevant and responsive environment —...
Best Father’s Day Movies to Watch
Rated: PG-13 Where to stream: Hulu. See Adam Sandler play Sonny Koufax in a hilarious role as a new dad to a 5-year-old boy named Julian (Dylan and Cole Sprouse) that was literally dropped at his doorstep. Cheaper By the Dozen. Rated: PG. Where to stream: Disney+. With 12 kids,...
Children Benefit From Mixed-Age Classrooms at Gateway Montessori School
Children are keen observers, always watching and learning. Dr. Maria Montessori knew this when she designed the mixed-age classroom, a hallmark of the Montessori method. At Gateway Montessori School, it’s common to see a 3-year-old watching a 5-year-old practice more advanced work. “Being able to observe any work helps...
Watch This, Do That: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
In the latest animation big-screen movie in the Spider-Man franchise, Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) is struggling to balance his schoolwork and family life with being Spider-Man. He’s been thinking a lot about an old friend, Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld), who visits him when he needs her most. Gwen is Ghost-Spider...
Family Fun for the Win at The Mascot Hall of Fame
Are you looking for an entertaining, educational and affordable family activity this summer? Look no further than The Mascot Hall of Fame!. Located in Whiting, Indiana, just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, this one-of-a-kind interactive children’s museum offers scientific learning, engaging activities and a deep dive into the world of a sports mascot. Another parent-approved feature: it’s affordable. This includes reasonably priced tickets, free on-site parking and free Fridays sponsored by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union, a Mascot Hall of Fame partner.
Why are Black Women More Likely to Die of Breast Cancer?
While breast cancer rates for Black women and white women are roughly the same, Black women have a 40% higher death rate from breast cancer, according to information from the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). And, for women younger than 50, the gap is even wider. “While young women have...
8 Fun Ways for Kids to Make Money This Summer
Growing up, how many times did you hear the phrase,”money doesn’t grow on trees?” Helping kids understand financial literacy, money management and even where money comes from is no easy task. Sometimes, the best way to learn about something is to try it out for yourself. Once...
Watch This, Do That: The Little Mermaid
King Triton’s (Javier Bardem) youngest daughter, Ariel (Halle Bailey), loves all things human – including her newest obsession, Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King). Ariel is approached by the devious Ursula (Melissa McCarthy) about switching from tail to legs to go visit Prince Eric and have him fall in love with her. To do this, she had to give away her beautiful siren sound, her voice, to Ursula.
Meet the Chicago Teen on a Mission to Destigmatize Asthma
When Mia Fritsch-Anderson was growing up, much of her childhood involved frequent trips to the hospital to receive breathing treatments. Diagnosed with severe asthma at age one, Anderson says her early years were defined by her medical condition. As she grew older and maintained control of her asthma, she faced shaming from her peers every time she pulled out her inhaler.
New Live Gaming Experience Opens in Oak Brook
Activate Games, a high-tech experience that combines fitness with interactive gaming, opened its first Chicagoland location in Oak Brook this month. Players can choose from hundreds of combinations of games and difficulty levels that test their physical and mental agility. There’s no need to designate a scorekeeper, as electronic wristbands keep track of each player’s score and progress throughout the gaming experience. Each game lasts 1-3 minutes, which means your crew will have ample time to explore the Activate Games catalog.
Mommy and Me Classes to Enjoy with Your Little Ones
It’s no secret that welcoming a new child into your life can change your entire world. From new routines and responsibilities to schedule changes and all the emotions that come with adding a new member to the family, it may feel like your life will never return to the way it once was. However, all these changes don’t mean that your old hobbies and interests need to grind to a halt.
Dance Classes for Chicagoland Kids
Whether your kids love to bop along whenever music is playing or you simply need an activity to channel all of their boundless energy, dance is beneficial to children of all shapes, sizes and interests. Here are a few of our favorite places for kids to learn ballet, hip hop, jazz and more.
Win Tickets to Bounce The Mall in Aurora
Families can come check out Bounce The Mall, the largest touring inflatable festival, when it stops at Chicago Premium Outlets. We’re giving away a four pack of tickets to this family attraction, which contains eight different interactive inflatables for you to test your skills at!. Fill out the below...
Affordable Literacy Support That Makes a Difference
When your child struggles to read and write, you’ll do anything to get them the help they need. Unfortunately, the one-teacher-one-student model of literacy intervention makes it unaffordable to most, says Kait Feriante, CEO of Redwood Literacy, a Chicago-based literacy organization. “Historically, intervention is delivered by highly qualified specialists...
At Avery Coonley School, Advanced Learners Soar With Immersive Experiences
Children are perpetually curious, seeking deeper understanding with question after question. But typical classrooms can’t always meet the educational needs of gifted and advanced learners, especially in their early years. Gifted is more than being smart — gifted children think differently, have unique interpersonal skills, and need optimal challenge to nurture their abilities. When they spend each day with teachers who understand their unique learning styles and are surrounded by academic peers, they thrive.
A Traveling Inflatable Festival is Coming to Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora
Bounce the Mall, the world’s largest collection of touring inflatables, is coming to Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora this weekend. For the next four weekends, your family can bounce, jump, slide and dance through eight interactive inflatables that offer far more fun than your typical bouncy house. Engage in...
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