Kohl Children’s Museum is well-known throughout the Chicago area for its 17 hands-on interactive exhibits that inspire learning through play. From shopping and checkout in the beloved Whole Foods Market grocery store to splashing in Water Works and face painting in All About Me, the Glenview museum’s exhibits have sparked the imaginations of more than […]
From Jan. 20 to April 25, 2017, families can take an overseas adventure without ever leaving their hometown as Kohl Children’s Museum hosts its latest temporary exhibit, “Children’s China: Celebrating Culture, Character and Confucius,” opening just in time for Chinese New Year. The West meets the East in this immersive exhibit that transports families to […]
Is your high school student gearing up for an upcoming ACT exam? Depending on whether they’re planning on taking the ACT, the SAT, or both, their test preparation plans may vary, but you’ve both probably already read a lot about what is involved with the ACT. If not, the first step is to get familiar […]
From soccer team to student council to Science Olympiad and everything in between, there are an extraordinary number of extracurricular activities available to kids today. Their day remains, however, just 24 hours long. Before your child becomes a member of every club and team, see what the experts say about finding a good balance of […]
From soccer team to student council to Science Olympiad and everything in between, there are an extraordinary number of extracurricular activities available to kids today. Their day remains, however, just 24 hours long. Before your child becomes a member of every club and team, see what the experts say about finding a good balance of […]
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When it comes to opportunities to enjoy arts and culture, Chicago is a veritable wonderland. With offerings so numerous it could take a lifetime to explore them all, it’s a good idea to get started young. Think your preschooler is too young? Think again. Here are some of our favorite museums and cultural institutions that […]
With the latest school year upon us, families are going to be looking for advice on how to make this year a smashing success. We’re here to help with plenty of tips for the whole school year for all ages — preschool, elementary and high school. The 13 Best Back-to-School Trends According to Top Chicago […]
Have you ever sat at the kitchen table trying to get your frustrated child to complete his or her homework after a long day of school and extracurricular activities? As a parent, you may have felt conflicted in those moments. On one hand, you want to respect your child’s teacher and their approach to learning. […]
High school is an exhilarating era of growing independence (driving! dating!) punctuated by milestones like first jobs and college visits. And yet, more and more frequently words like burnout, pressure and stress are being used to describe the high school experience. As our children come of age in a high-achievement environment, what can we as […]
