Ask the Teacher: Summer reading
I hated summer reading over summer break when I was a kid. How can I keep my daughter from feeling the same way?
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Ask the Teacher: trip tips
We have a long driving vacation planned, and it seems like a good opportunity for reinforcing some school skills. What can I do other than give my son workbooks and books to read? Traveling certainly does present many opportunities for learning, and hours confined to a car turn riders into a captive audience. Plan to…
Playdates Gone Bad
This comment, given by a local mom in response to a recent Dayton Parent Facebook question asking parents to post their playdate horror stories.
Ten Dayton “Must Do” Summer Activities
With only 95 days of summer, make the most of it with all the Dayton area fun you can squeeze in!
Why “Dad Taxi” is Not a Successful Business Model
Have you heard about Uber and Lyft? They’re kind of like taxi services except the drivers are average joes like you and me, who use their regular car, instead of taxis, to drive people around. I have a friend who drives for Lyft. He seems to like it, makes extra cash and meets new people…
Avoiding Summertime Injuries
Avoiding Summertime Injuries. bike riding and toasting s’mores are every child’s dream, each of these activities can become a parent’s worst nightmare
Milkids and social media
It’s unbelievable, really, that terrorist groups are targeting military folks. And while we hope these are idle threats,
Fairs, Fests and Feasts
It just isn’t summer without festivals – the rides, the games, the funnel cakes! There’s guaranteed to be an event made just for you!
The Advisor
A little advice can be a good thing. I’ve been thinking about the topic recently as my four-year old has appointed himself the advisor of my two-year-old.
Packing for Camp
You and your child are preparing for his or her summer away. One challenge can be packing for camp.