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Celebrate July 4 with patriotic paper lanterns
This month's craft will really get you and the kids in the mood for a great Independence Day. Read more...
Local moms transform an idea into an income
Moms make good businesswomen because, as we all know, they know know how to multi-task. Four moms share their stories on getting started as CEOs of their own businesses. Read more...
Navigating pop stardom
As Radio Disney's N.B.T. On Tour kicks off in Chicagoland, Shealeigh's mom talks about the journey and what is ahead. Read more...
Combat the epidemic of summer learning loss
Nearly all elementary students lose some of the information and skills they learning during the school years over the summer break. What role you play in preventing it. Read more...
Make your own ice cream
Beat the heat with homemade ice cream the kids can help make. Yummy! Read more...
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