Amy Souza
Yoga: a natural activity for kids
Kids are naturals when it comes to yoga: Ask them to stand tall like a tree, slither like a snake or curl up like a kitty, more
Learn from the masters
Encourage your child’s inner Picasso or Kahlo this spring by checking out the creative classes and workshops more
Far East in the Midwest
The impressive show put on this past summer at the Olympics in Beijing placed China front and center in the world spotlight. more
Celebrating the departed
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a holiday that calls families and friends to gather together and remember loved more
Bronzeville shines
Chicago’s Bronzeville is not only a living reminder of African-American history, but also a vibrant, thriving community more
A seaside escape near home
Just off the hustle and bustle that is Irving Park Road, the Galos Salt Cave—the first salt-iodine cave more
Hurray for history
Since 1853, the Graue Mill has been grinding out cornmeal on its traditional stone gristwheel. more
Emerald Coast:The perfect family escape'
Looking for a long weekend hideout along 24 miles of sugar-white sands and sparkling emerald waters? more
Embrace the chill
Forget cabin fever. Snowshoeing is the perfect excuse to don your cold-weather gear and get outside this winter. more
Escaping winter here at home
You don’t have to feel stuck in the cold city this winter. Visit the tropics without having to catch a flight. more
Beyond Santa and presents
Travel around the world this Christmas season via the vibrant and diverse museums of Chicago. more
Spertus debuts children's museum
For a new way to celebrate Hanukkah, start with a visit to Chicago’s very own Spertus Museum. more
Strap on your board and let's go!
Snowboarding isn’t a sport reserved for daredevils and skateboarders. It’s fast, it’s fun, more
Make the most of parent-teacher conferences
As a parent and a teacher, I’ve been on both sides of the parent-teacher conference table. more
Bookin' through the city
For most kids, summer means a break from reading to learn. But before the school bell rings, by visiting a few local areas, more
U.S. lags in math education
Are U.S. early elementary-age children being adequately prepared to apply the mathematical ideas more
Movies that teach
Can't stomach another family movie night featuring Hannah Montana or clone troopers? Try these. more
Lincoln's journey
Follow in the footsteps of our nation’s 16th president by taking a journey from his childhood home more
Travel games
It’s that time of year again when long trips in the car are met with frequent choruses of "Are we there yet?" more
At home on the farm
Does your child think eggs come from the grocery store? That milk comes from a carton? more
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Amazing Amphibians & Nature's Puzzles
Walk through a frog maze and find math in nature. more
Jul 19, 2018
Bravo! Chris Raschka Art Exhibit
Exhibit showcases more than 50 works of art from children's book author. more
Jul 19, 2018
