Ohio Adventures
You don’t need to leave the state to have a great vacation. Buckle up – we’ve got four Ohio adventures that will transport your family to major fun!
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The Writing’s NOT on the Wall!
Crayon marks on the wall–that’s the inevitable outcome of giving crayons to babies and toddlers, right? Well, maybe, but I’m going to suggest doing it anyway… 🙂 Writing is one of the five early literacy practices that prepares your child to read. Though starting writing with children younger than around three years old has…
Effortlessly expert
When I was a child, I believed my father was fluent in Spanish. His ability to count from one to ten without pause was all the evidence I needed. It wasn’t until middle school that I realized his romance language skills are basically nonexistent. By then, a number of other paternal fantasies had also been…
Sending Kids to Camp for the First Time
Spending that first summer at camp is a big step for any child. It’s also a big milestone for mom and dad. Sending kids to camp takes considerable thou
The Measles Vaccination
Dayton Children’s urges parents to make sure their children are current on their vaccinations, on the heels of a measles outbreak linked to a California amusement park. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now say more than 120 people have come down with the measles so far this year. Most of them were…
Afternoon Tea with your American Girl Doll!
Join the Jr. Red Shoe Society for their 1st Annual Afternoon Tea with your American Girl Doll event. They are inviting Moms, Daughters, Grandmas, and Friends to share an afternoon together of laughter, delicious treats, and a fashion show, all to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Dayton. Registration: Register by April 12 –Event Date:…
Rainy Day Activites
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Camp Guide
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Happy Trails [branded content]
Horseback riding is a great way to explore the outdoors. Kids and adults alike can enjoy fresh air and the pleasure that comes from interacting with horses. Whether you are just starting out or want to brush up on your skills, Carriage Hill MetroPark Riding Center offers great opportunities for families to connect with nature.“Riding…
Footnotes: thoughts from the margin of a mom’s life
My parents recently came down with serious colds. I found myself at the grocery store late in the evening buying them a round of feel-better-soon foods: a roasted chicken, orange juice, whole fruit, Gatorade and a quart of soup. As I filled the cart, I started thinking about how often my mother had taken care…