Shannan Younger is a writer living in the western suburbs of Chicago with her husband and teen daughter. Originally from Ohio, she received her undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Notre Dame—Go Irish! Her essays have been published in several anthologies and you can find her work on a wide range of websites, from the Erma Bombeck Humor Writers Workshop to the BBC, as well as on her blog, BetweenUsParents.com.
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Shannan Younger
Chicago Zoological Society
6 classic carousels your kids will love to take a spin on
These merry-go-rounds guaranteed lots of fun! Read more
Chicago Zoological Society
7 unique animal adventures your kids will go wild for
Explore the animal kingdom! Read more
7 parenting books to add to your summer reading list
Get some help raising kids as easy and enjoyable as possible. Read more
Disney
9 must-see family movies to see this summer
And one fun option for a moms' night out. Read more
Marcus Theatres
5 budget-friendly summer movie programs around Chicagoland
See a film for a dollar? Yes, please! Read more
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6 tips for the best birthday party goodie bags
How to make them something kids (and parents) will like Read more
Want a more energy efficient home? Call a ComEd Energy Doctor
Sponsored by ComEd. Learn more at Switch on Summer festival May 5. Read more
Royal Princess Parties
Why you should throw a book-based birthday party
Books making picking a theme super easy. Read more
Tips for getting kids interested in STEM fields
Here's how they can foster a love of science. Read more
Spring break fun for teens in Central Florida
There is more to Kissimmee, Fla., than the theme parks. Read more
Courtesy of CAMI
A whole new world of Alan Menken
The man behind Disney's greatest movies brings them to life in Chicago Read more
4 young adult romance novels to read and discuss with your teen
You'll both love these reads. Read more
5 dance performances from around the world coming to Chicago
Don't miss these cultural experiences. Read more
Sweet ways to enjoy chocolate in Chicagoland
“All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” Read more
Calendar
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Aircraft, showplanes, daily air shows and KidVenture. Read more
Jul 24, 2019
Nature Connects: Art with Lego bricks by Sean Kenney
Marvel at 13 larger-than-life displays created from nearly half a million Lego bricks. Read more
Jul 24, 2019
Troll Hunt
A journey to find the larger-than-life guardians of the forest. Read more
Jul 24, 2019
