Exploring Nature on Horseback at Carriage Hill MetroPark 

Carriage Hill MetroPark offers beautiful trails, a historical farm and more than 100 years of living history. A favorite destination of families around the region for education, recreation and nature appreciation, Carriage Hill MetroPark is also home to one of the area’s best public riding centers, where children and adults can enjoy lessons, trail rides and more.      “There are…

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Ask the Teacher

I hear comments all the time about restricting screen time for my young kids. They love playing video games so much that I just don’t understand what the big deal is. How can playing video games have such a negative impact on their academics? Playing video games is not in and of itself problematic. It…

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Healthy Lunch Box Ideas

The signs of summer ending and school beginning are everywhere. Earlier bed times, morning alarm clocks and backpacks hanging by the door are telltale signs of new daily routines. Why not use this fresh start to begin implementing healthier eating habits for your kids, too? By focusing on packing a balanced lunchbox and providing nutritious…

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Meijer and Produce for Kids® Celebrate Family Meals Month – Dayton Parent Magazine

MEIJER AND PRODUCE FOR KIDS® CELEBRATE FAMILY MEALS MONTH THROUGH FRUIT AND VEGGIE-FILLED MEALS Campaign encourages families to enjoy produce while raising funds for the Jump with Jill in-school nutrition show GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The healthy eating-focused Produce for Kids® campaign at Meijer stores kicked off over the weekend and is raising funds to…

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