From Pool to School
Parents often find that their children have trouble moving from their summer daze and flexible schedule to the structured school year routine the academic year brings.
Read More
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…
2015 Ohio State Fair
Concerts, livestock competitions, games, a fine arts exhibition, entertainment, food and more at the 2015 Ohio State Fair!
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
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…
Smithsonian Magazine Announces 11th Annual Museum Day Live! – Dayton Parent Magazine
Smithsonian magazine designates Saturday, Sep 26 the 11th annual Museum Day Live! For one day only, participating museums across the US have free admission.
The LEGO Americana Roadshow
Hi guys! This is worth the short trip to Cincinnati! I’m just popping in on this rainy Tuesday with the following announcement: Take your kids to the Kenwood Towne Center to see The Lego Americana Roadshow: Building Across America! It’s free. It’s inside the cool, dry mall. It’s spread out across the entire mall, meaning: Your kids will have to…
The Biggest Loser — Auditions
NBC’s popular reality series “The Biggest Loser” is launching a nine-city, cross-country search to find new contestants for the next edition of the hit show and Cincinnati is one of the cities. Teams of two (spouses, siblings, parent/adult child, best friends, co-workers) who have at least 80 lbs. to lose are encouraged to apply for…