Ten Fun Field Trips around Dayton
Whether you’re a teacher, parent or even scout troop leader, here are some options for interesting, educational and fun field trips around Dayton.
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Footnotes: Thoughts from the margins of a mom’s life
When I was a kid, I used to watch movies with my cousin Ross. One evening, circa 1990, while sitting on the floor watching the old Batman movie starring Michael Keaton, he decided he’d had enough of me. “Quit asking questions!” he cried. “We’re watching the same movie! I don’t know why all these things…
Can You Dig It?
Five Rivers MetroParks, gardening programs where families can learn more about digging into their gardens and into fresh foods.
It’s just around the corner…
The first day of school. What will this year bring? Maybe tricky math concepts will suddenly click and your son will find out he really does like math. Or your daughter will light up when she reads her first book all by herself. This could be the year when a favorite sport is discovered, a…
Backpack Shopping 101: Tips to Avoid a Pain in the Neck – Dayton Parent Magazine
Think the books and school supplies that your child is carrying in a backpack slung haphazardly across one shoulder are harmless? Think again. Heavy loads carried by more than 79 million students across the U.S. can cause low back pain that often lasts through adulthood. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2010…
Ten Tips for Flying With Children – Dayton Parent
But, even with all the inconveniences of travel, with some preparation, you and your children can enjoy the journey, tips for Flying with children
2015 Ohio State Fair
Concerts, livestock competitions, games, a fine arts exhibition, entertainment, food and more at the 2015 Ohio State Fair!
Pumped Up for Preschool
The first day of preschool is an important milestone for children and parents alike. Here are 5 tips to get the year off to a great start.
The Day I Died – Dayton Parent Magazine
It often takes a life changing event to change your perspective on what’s important in life and no event is more life changing than death. Ironically, after my own death I have learned more about parenting and living. Last November I died! It was a cold snowy day….or so I’m told. I was offered this…
Literacy on the Go!
Print awareness includes the understanding that print has meaning and the idea that print is all around us. Not surprisingly, it’s a tremendously important pre-reading skill. It’s also a skill that you can foster while you’re going about your busy life. Next time you’re in the car, point out traffic signs and store signs/symbols. While…