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Chicago Flight Simulator Coming to Navy Pier Next Spring
Whether it’s a walk on the Lakefront Trail, a ride on a water taxi or a spin on the Centennial Wheel, Chicagoans can experience the sights of downtown from so many different vantage points. This spring, another sightseeing attraction will be coming to Navy Pier. FlyOver, an immersive flight...
See the Stevenson High School 2023-24 Academic Calendar
Whether you’re planning for holiday breaks or doctor’s appointments, you’ll want to have your school academic calendar handy. Here is the 2023-24 school calendar for Adlai E. Stevenson High School, as approved by the District 125 Board of Education. A few key dates you’ll want to bookmark:...
Best Public High Schools in Chicago
When it comes to high school for Chicago students, the process can be stressful through the Chicago Public Schools application process. Niche, a data-analyzing website focused on schools, has graded some of the best high schools in Chicago. The results stem from U.S. Department of Education data, student and parent surveys, test scores and other categories.
Best Indoor Play Places for Kids in Schaumburg
We all know that Chicagoland weather is unpredictable, but why should that stop your little one from getting their play on?. Whether it’s too hot to spend all day on the playground, your local park is covered in snow or you just want to let your kiddo blow off some steam while you relax indoors, indoor play places are exactly what your family needs for a day of uninterrupted fun.
Don’t Miss Fall Fun in Walworth County!
What’s on your fall wishlist? Chances are, you can find it all in Walworth County, Wisconsin. The beauty of Lake Geneva is just one aspect of this abundant autumn destination. An explosion of fall color combined with spectacular scenery and fun family entertainment makes for a memorable visit!. “Walworth...
See the Chicago Public Schools 2023-2024 Academic Calendar
School calendars can be a great resource for families to have on hand while they’re planning their year. From holiday breaks to professional development days, here is the 2023-24 school calendar as approved by the Chicago Board of Education. A few key dates you’ll want to bookmark:. First...
How to Break Down Biases to Build a Better Future for Our Kids
Racism is a learned behavior, and to expect young children to be immune is unrealistic. Research shows that kids exhibit biased behavior as early as preschool. In a society that continues to perpetuate racial stereotypes and commit racially-fueled crimes, how can we help our kids – and ourselves – learn to overcome biases and advocate for anti-bias education?
Family Fall Farm Fun in Chicagoland
The air is crisper and the leaves on the trees are changing to yellows, oranges and reds. While school has begun, that doesn’t mean you still can’t have some fun. Check out these local farms in Chicagoland that your family is sure to love. Pick up a pumpkin to take home and carve or some apples to enjoy. Some of the farms even have animals and corn mazes that you can figure out as a family.
5 Living History Museums Near Chicago for Families
Autumn brings busy family schedules, which makes it a perfect time to find some good, old-fashioned family fun. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite spots in Chicagoland to step back in time and reconnect as a family. Address: 3800 York Road, Oak Brook. Watch history come to life...
5 Amazing Benefits of Reading Bedtime Stories
Does that question sound familiar? While it is a well-known stall tactic, parents and caregivers shouldn’t be so quick to dismiss the request from a little one. There are a surprising number of benefits to reading stories to your kiddo before bedtime. Books build vocabulary. According to the million-word...
5 Reasons Breastfeeding Is Good for You
Your choice to breastfeed your baby may be based on the overwhelming evidence that breastfeeding is a healthy option for your baby. And that’s absolutely true! But what you may not know is that breastfeeding is a great choice for your health, too. August is National Breastfeeding Month, when...
Graphic Novels for Kids
Kids who have just learned to read can get easily frustrated making it through a single page of text. They’re too old for picture books, but not quite ready to read independently. That’s where graphic novels come in. Geared towards ages 7-10, these chapter books written in comic book style help kids combine their verbal literary skills with visual ones, allowing them to piece together clues to decipher a story’s meaning.
10 Ways to Fuel Kids Passion for Reading
Reading provides a critical foundation for success in school and in life. But in today’s digital age, getting a child to read outside of the classroom can be tricky. Here are a few creative ways to help your child change their mindset from having to read to wanting to read.
Not Just Stranger Danger: How to Talk to Your Kids About ‘Tricky People’
Growing up, I was taught to never talk to strangers. I was warned about the dubious man driving a white, windowless van who coaxes children inside by saying he was sent to bring them home. I was told about the shifty grownup holding a dog leash who asks kids to come help look for a missing puppy. And I was alerted to the mean-looking person who coaxes kids away from the playground with a handful of candy.
A Parent’s Guide to Social Media
Is it time to raise the white flag yet? Parents seem to be losing the social media fight. The average tween spent 5½ hours on screens between 2019 to 2021 — an increase of 17% from the prior four years, according to a survey by the nonprofit research organization Common Sense Media. Teens spent 8½ hours on screens, up from 7½ hours, during that time.
Best Over-the-Top Desserts in Naperville
The west suburb of Naperville is known for many things: a charming downtown with a scenic riverwalk; restaurants that can go toe-to-toe with Chicago eateries; great schools and plenty of activities for kids of all ages. With so much to offer families, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Naperville...
Ways for Busy Moms to Unwind in Chicagoland
As parents with busy schedules, finding time to take care of ourselves is usually at the bottom of our “to-do” lists. Between work, appointments and the chaos of daily life, moms are lucky if they have a chance to shower in peace. Me-time is super important, though, and helps us function better in every other area of our lives.
Fall Sensory Activities for Kids
The beginning of new seasons is quite thrilling for kids, especially when it comes to fall. The joy of observing the colorful transformation of the trees, the crunch of leaves in a pile on the lawn and the scent of pumpkin pie baking in the oven are all amazing sensory experiences for kids with sensory and special needs.
Real Life: Ericka Polanco Webb
I danced into the position of being a Special Needs Mom in a unique way. When my husband and I began dating, we both had children from previous relationships, and this would mark the beginning of my special needs parenting journey. When I met our son, Jay, he was 3....
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