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Indoors

Best Indoor Play Places for Kids in Chicagoland

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Your kids can jump around all day long!
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Outdoors

Where to Dine Outdoors This Winter

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Dine outdoors with the family at these winter-approved spots.
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Guides

Best Things to Do with Kids This Winter in Chicagoland

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Make it a great season!
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Fun Things to Do with Kids in Chicagoland This Weekend

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Plan your weekend.
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Guides

Family Neighborhood Guide: Pullman

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Get to know Chicago's Pullman Historic District with these places to eat, play, explore and shop.
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You

Lunar New Year 2022 Guide for Chicago Families

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The holiday falls on Feb. 1.
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At Home

Yummy Snow Treats for Families to Make

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Kids love to snack on snow, so why not make the most of a snowy situation by concocting this chocolate peppermint snow cream.
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Latest Issue: January/February 2022

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ParentEd Talks: Free Virtual Speaker Series

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Join us for pro insights and engaging discussions.
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Parenting

You

Having a Baby After 35: My ‘Over the Hill’ Pregnancy

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One mom shares on how she really feels about her so-called 'geriatric pregnancy.'
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Advice

Why Do Some Kids Refuse to Brush Their Teeth?

Lori Orlinsky - 0
Plus some tips on how to get your kids excited about the task.
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You

Bathhouses in Chicagoland to Relax and Restore

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Prioritize your self care routine with these bathhouses that are designed for rest and relaxation.
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Health

Omicron Variant: What Parents Need to Know

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The pronunciation doesn't matter — just know that the new variant is the most contagious COVID-19 strain so far.
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Education

At-Home Learning

How to Get Your Kids to Practice Music

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We get tips from musicians on the best ways to get your kids to practice.
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School Issues

The Kids Are Not All Right: Learning Losses from COVID-19

Danielle Braff - 0
With teacher and supple shortages, fluctuating COVID numbers and learning losses, how are Illinois' kids really faring?
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School Issues

Creating Racial Justice in Early Mathematics

Lori Orlinsky - 1
What is racial justice in early mathematics and why does it matter? Read on for insight.
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Early Education

Everything You Need to Know About Universal Pre-K in Illinois

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Read on for details about the Build Back Better Act.
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Chicago City Day School Scholarships: One Parent’s Story

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WINTER FUN

Advice

Important Tips for Driving Safely in Winter

Cindy Richards - 0
These tips can help you have a save road trip, even through a snowy winter night.
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Travel

Winter Weekend Getaways Near Chicago

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Here are four winter weekend getaways your family will love.
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Indoors

Family-Friendly Performances to See in Chicagoland

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Enjoy the theater scene in Chicago!
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Health

2021 Flu Season Recommendations for Kids

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For kids 12 and older, flu shot can be done at the same time as COVID vaccine.
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