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Guides

Fun Things to Do with Kids in Chicagoland This Weekend

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Plan your weekend.
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Indoors

Best Indoor Play Places for Kids Near Tinley Park

Nikki Roberts - 0
From tots to teens, here’s where kids can burn off extra energy in the south suburbs.
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Incredible Toy Stores to Visit in Chicagoland

Lori Orlinsky - 0
Families will love to shop local at these independent toy stores.
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Things to Do

Indoors

Best Indoor Play Places for Kids in Naperville

Katina Beniaris - 0
Keep the kids entertained with these indoor spots.
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Best Over-The-Top Desserts in Schaumburg

Katina Beniaris - 0
Oh, sugar! We want to try all these delicious desserts.
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Outdoors

Halloween Yard Displays for Chicagoland Families

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Check out these homes in the city and suburbs that go all out for Halloween.
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Attractions

Clue: A Walking Mystery Brings the Classic Board Game to Life in Downtown Chicago

Nikki Roberts - 0
Introduce your kids to the iconic board game at this interactive mystery walk.
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A Concerned Parent’s Guide to Gun Violence and Gun Safety

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Find the facts on the latest gun laws, gun violence stats and gun safety tips.
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Parenting

Advice

Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Chicagoland

Chicago Parent Staff - 0
Finding the perfect Chicagoland suburb for your family can be a challenge.
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How to Break Down Biases to Build a Better Future for Our Kids

Madison Miller - 0
In his upcoming ParentEd Talks, Khalil Gibran Muhammad will expand on the ways we can teach our kids to overcome biases.
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ParentEd Talks 2023-2024: Free Virtual Speaker Series

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Join us for pro insights and engaging discussions.
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Not Just Stranger Danger: How to Talk to Your Kids About ‘Tricky People’

Kate Schweitzer - 0
More than 90% of harm to kids comes from people the children already know. Here's how to get the discussion started with your kids.
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Education

Public Schools

Top Public Elementary Schools in Illinois

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Did your child's school make the best 100 list?
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At-Home Learning

Ways to Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with Kids

Natalie Dal Pra - 0
Indigenous Peoples Day falls on Monday, Oct. 109 2023.
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Public Schools

See the Glenbrook High School 2023-2024 Academic Calendar

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See important dates on the Glenbrook High School calendar.
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Public Schools

See the Stevenson High School 2023-24 Academic Calendar

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See important dates on the Stevenson High School calendar.
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What Childhood Cancer Survivors Need to Know

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FALL FUN

Outdoors

Best Corn Mazes for Families in Chicagoland

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Have some fall fun at one of these corn mazes in Chicagoland.
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At Home

Apple Recipes and Activities to Try this Fall

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Make the most of your apple-picking weekend with these apple recipes and activities that are perfect for welcoming the fall season.
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Fantastic Fall Crafts to Try with Kids

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Celebrate the season!
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Guides

Best Fall Festivals for Chicagoland Families

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Celebrate the season with these great festivals for kids.
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