Elementary

Dear local expert, As a parent, I sometimes find myself overwhelmed with frustration or anxiety, especially when my child has a tantrum or gets upset over...

Check out our guide to kid-friendly, local snack spots! Kids either eat free, or close to it.

The Toledo chapter of Moms Demand Action strives to be the light in the midst of the darkness brought on by gun violence. One...

While making snow angels and ice skating can be fun, the cold weather often keeps kids inside – just waiting to be entertained. Chilly...

Parental favoritism is a complex topic — it’s a common occurrence, yet many parents don’t realize they’re showing it. It can manifest in various...

The holiday season is finally here, and winter break is just around the corner. If you’re not sure how to keep the kids entertained...

Alycat and the Sunday Scaries By Alysson Foti Bourque For many children, the end of the weekend brings the Sunday scaries as they anticipate the dreaded...

As kids and teens receive an average of 237 smartphone notifications every day, new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics encourages parents to...

When most of us were growing up, birthday party rotations consisted of Chuck E. Cheese and bowling alleys, with activities like pinatas and pin-the-tail on the donkey.

When it comes to preparing a meal, here’s a quick and easy recipe: take one child; add a patient, kind cook; mix in siblings, family, and friends; stir in a dose of fun, and there you have it: a youngster who begins to get the basics of cooking. 

There comes a time (or many times) in a parent’s life when they need to grab the kids and do something productive. Preferably educational,...