The demands of work, school and extracurricular activities make it difficult to find time for the whole family to connect and have some fun together. One simple way to log quality time with your clan is a good old-fashioned family game night—a great way to unwind, share some laughs and make memories with the kids. […]
Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about summer camp! Here’s everything you need to know to make this the best summer ever. Articles Family Camps: Fun for All Ages Life in the Spotlight: 3 Arts Camps for Kids 8 Horseback Riding Camps Your Kids Will Love Summer Sports Camps for Kids of […]
Divorce remains common in the United States. As a result, blended families are one of the fastest growing family groups in the country. However, even though blended families are becoming more prevalent, they are not without challenges. According to World Village, children who live in a blended family are three times more likely to need psychological […]
Through play, children can discover what they want to be when they grow up. Unfortunately, outdated gender biases limit their options by dictating how boys and girls should play. How will a young girl aspire to become an engineer, and a boy, a chef, without building with a construction toy or cooking in a play […]
When Megan first met Charlie, she thought he was kind of a jerk. She was with her friend Meagan, a coincidence Charlie found hilarious. He wouldn’t stop saying their name, but neither girl knew whom he was talking to. One of the last things he said was, “I am going to marry Megan one day.” […]
Is your high school student hoping to head down South for college? Southern schools have skyrocketed in popularity among Chicago-area students in recent years, and there’s a whole lot of exploring to do in these vibrant college towns. Add these popular Southern schools to your list of college visits, and take along our guide for […]
The West Coast is home to a host of impressive universities and colleges, ranging in size from a few thousand to more than 40,000 students. Take a look at the schools you might put on your list and where to stay and dine while you’re there. Washington Whitman College (Walla Walla, Wash.) Where to Stay: […]
With warm summer days spent boating on a lake and hiking through the woods, and nights spent around the campfire and gazing at the stars, who wouldn’t want to go to summer camp? Now adults want to get in on the experience. Family camps around the country are making it possible for multiple generations to […]
Standardized tests: two words that can fuel debate like no others in pedagogical discussions. Parents, students, politicians, administrators and teachers all have their opinions about testing—a $1.7 billion industry—and there’s evidence to support both sides of every issue. What’s clear, though, is that parents need to educate themselves about standardized assessments, and make their voices […]
Can’t make it to New Orleans for Mardi Gras? No problem. You can channel a bit of the Big Easy right here in the Windy City. Here are six fun ways to “laissez les bon temps rouler” (let the good times roll) in honor of Mardi Gras on Feb. 17. Bennison’s King Cake While the […]
