The “summer slide” refers to what can happen to kids’ brains when they are idle during the summer months. Experts from the National Summer Learning Association estimate that the equivalent of about two month’s instruction time can be lost if children don’t keep their brains active during that break from school. Reading is a great…
Choosing a Preschool for your Child: A Parent Perspective by Shawn McElroy My wife and I were particularly interested in finding an early childhood program… Read More
Choosing a Preschool for your Child: A Parent Perspectiveby Shawn McElroy My wife and I were particularly interested in finding an early childhood program that went beyond academic checklists to support our three year old daughter’s critical thinking, problem solving, and creative skills. In the end we wanted a program consistent with our core values…
Movies are the perfect remedy for a rainy summer’s day. Summer movies at the drive-in can be a great way to take advantage of a family friendly movie and a warm night Luckily, there are tons of family friendly films hitting the big screen this summer, and Dayton Parent has the guide to help make the…
Creative World of Montessori Creative World of Montessori will be opening a new location in July 2016 on Wilmington Pike in Centerville, Ohio. The school will educate students three years of age through middle school. Inspire Center for Learning will be also housed inside of the 17,000 square foot building and will be for infants…
How the Wilson family grew with a lot of love—and a little help from modern science “It wasn’t until I was ready to start a family that I discovered just how difficult it would be,” says Carrie Wilson. In the course of a year and a half, Carrie and Chris Wilson experienced two miscarriages. “After…
As our girls transition out of baby-and-toddlerland, we have noticed that story time with them is growing more and more complex. Our three year old, in… Read More
We’ve compiled a list of Ohio’s most beautiful waterfalls in the Southwest region of the state for a great road trip with your family! Take a look at the 8 waterfalls we have found and be sure to plan your trip today!! Charleston Falls CHARLESTON FALLS 2535 Ross Rd., Tipp City OH 45371 Charleston Falls…
It turns out that you do not have to travel to the most exotic places in the world to explore caves. You have plenty right here in your own backyard – Ohio that is. Right here in Ohio there are caverns waiting to take you into their depths and show you a whole new world!…
Each November, the President signs a proclamation declaring November as the time to honor and recognize our nation’s military families. In 2013, President Obama said, “during Military Family Month, we celebrate the families who make daily sacrifices to keep our Nation whole, and we remember a most sacred obligation – to serve them as well…
