Educational - Toledo Parent

Holiday Gift Guide 2023: Buy Local in Toledo

Penny Tullis Meeker - November 14, 2023

Find unique gifts for everyone on your list while enjoying the holiday spirit by supporting our community. From books and treats for the kids...

2023 Toledo Area Holiday Activity Guide

Andrew Kersten - November 1, 2023

Winter is upon us, and stores are already stocking up on Christmas trees and holiday decorations. Before you know it, holiday music will be...

Early Diagnosis of Tongue-Tie is Key

Karen L. Zickes - October 28, 2023

Labial frenum and lingual frenum refer to the soft tissue in your mouth that either connects the upper lip with the upper gum (labial),...

FREE October Activities for Toledo Families

Shannon Merryman - September 29, 2023

Looking for things to do in the 419 without breaking the bank? We put together a list of completely free things to enjoy this...

Getting Teens to Read: Local Teacher Weighs In

Emily Remaklus - September 18, 2023

As a kid, I would spend my summers sitting outside reading book after book. I remember arriving at the bookstore the day the latest...

Read This: A Roundup of Children’s Books by Local Authors

Kim Krieger - September 11, 2023

Northwest Ohio is home to many creative people, including countless authors of popular children’s books. From books about turtles, pigs, and stinky elephants to...

FREE September Activities for Toledo Families

Shannon Merryman - September 2, 2023

Looking for things to do in the 419 without breaking the bank? We put together a list of completely free things to enjoy this...

2023 Back to School Guide: Open Houses & New STEAM Tools

Toledo Parent Staff - August 31, 2023

This year, we’ve put together resources to help moms and dads who are in various stages of their child’s educational journey. We have a...

Homeschooling Activities in the 419

Julie Pompa - August 28, 2023

Homeschooling and need fresh ideas? We got you!

5 EASY Ways to Start the New School Year Without Losing Your Mind

Rebecca Hastings - August 25, 2023

As I try to soak up the last moments of summer fun, I feel like I’ll never be ready for the switch back to...

FREE August Activities for Toledo Families

Shannon Merryman - July 28, 2023

Tuesday, August 1 Tinkering Takeovers Imagination Station takes exciting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities on the road. At Wayman Palmer YMCA At East Toledo Family...

Road Trips from Toledo: 10 Things to Do in Fort Wayne

Erin Holden - July 10, 2023

Photos by Matt Sackmann and Erin Holden My husband Matt, our two-year-old son Townes, and I all got a chance to take a family weekend...