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Chicago Parent September 2012
On the cover: Best friends Jalin Jernigan and Max Luke on the baseball field at Scoville Park in Oak Park.
Back to school fall fashion for kids
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Parenting means supporting your child, not pleasing their teacher
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Chicago Public Schools chief envisions 2012-2013 as a school year of success
CPS CEO Jean-Claude Brizard sees tougher work and longer days in the upcoming school year, but with a success story in the end. Read more...
Cerebral palsy doesn't stop Chicago area mom and son
Christine and Christian use the canvas to relax and create. Read more...
Easy ways to make healthy eating a back-to-school priority
Making a picky eater the head chef can help spark an interest in eating a healthy and balanced diet Read more...
Toddler travels to Chicago to beat cancer
Australian family puts their faith in proton therapy. Read more...
Back to school fall fashion for kids
Make sure your little students are dressed for success this school year. Read more...
A family friendly guide to Chicago college football
A look at three schools Chicago families will be cheering for this season. Read more...
Your Life
Get that ohm feeling
Meditation with the whole family could be the way to relaxation. Read more...
Weekend nature hike for the whole family
Hike and Seek gives families a full day outdoors. Read more...
The best Chicago consignment stores for donating outgrown kids' gear
Running out of storage space? Try donating that baby stuff you never plan to use again. Read more...
Eight easy ways to drive down family auto expenses
With all those new after-school activities your family car expenses can really add up, but there are easy ways to reduce costs. Read more...
Local dads broadcast parenting humor
On-air show focuses on the less-than-sexy parts of being married with children. Read more...
Social networking for tweens
Does your tween need Facebook? What about LinkedIn? And why won't they put their cell phone down for two seconds? Read more...
Is your child underweight or just thin?
How to know if your child is too thin and what you can do to get them healthy again. Read more...
Simplifying your back to school style
Parents deserve to add a little spice to their wardrobe with back to school shopping, too. Read more...
Tips to avoid choking
There are plenty of ways to prepare food to reduce the risk of your child choking. Read more...
Special ed teacher's new book fights prejudice
Colorful children's book told through the eyes of a special needs student was originally inspired by Oprah. Read more...
Kid-friendly pizza and barbecue in Chicago
Service and savory food at Big Bricks is great for the whole family. Read more...
Inspiring creativity in kids through theater
Emerald City shows will inspire imaginations and have kids recreating scenes back home. Read more...
Chicago farmers markets to visit before the season ends
Before the cold weather hits, take advantage of your local farmers markets. Read more...
Apple craft to celebrate fall
Make your own “bushel” of these yarn apples and you’ll have a lovely fall centerpiece for the dinner table or fun seasonal playthings for the kids. Read more...
Your Voice
Parenting means supporting your child, not pleasing their teacher
A local mom shares her story as a reformed goody-goody Read more...
How to survive working from home with a family
Working from home isn't always as easy as it sounds. Read more...
An old dad's advice to the young
Christopher Garlington advises young dads to put on their "dadface". Read more...
Mom sees something bigger as son goes camping for the first time
When it comes to children with special needs going away from home for the first time, there are plenty of worries. One mom finds out there is so much more to think about. Read more...
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Kid friendly opera in the classroom
Seven Chicago public schools are participating in a unique, musical program this fall. Read more...
Apple festivals in Chicago for families
Family fun at the core of two seasonal fests. Read more...
No place like home for Kohl's Wizard of Oz exhibit
The Wizard of Oz returns home to Chicago with interactive and educational new exhibit. Read more...
