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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How schools are moving away from teaching to the test
What it means for your child. Read more
Photo provided by British International School of Chicago - South Loop
How to make the most of a school visit
Simple do’s and don’ts that work Read more
7 new movies to see with kids this holiday season
Some of the best movies of the year are about to hit theaters Read more
Shedd Aquarium
4 tips for hosting a greener birthday party
Help little environmentalists celebrate. Read more
Lindsey Mensch, Lili Marie Parties
Top kid's birthday party themes for fall
Hint: Go bold! Read more
6 ways to take the stress out of the high school selection process
Find the best place for your child. Read more
6 fun Halloween events for tweens and teens in Chicagoland
Your older kiddos still celebrate the spooky holiday! Read more
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
Calendar
‘A Christmas Story’ Comes Home
The "A Christmas Story" Comes Home exhibit centers around 6 animatronic window displays from Macy's Department Store in New York featuring different scenes from "A Christmas Story." Read more
Dec 16, 2019
Beauty and the Beast
One of Disney’s most beloved animated films comes to life for a holiday production. Read more
Dec 16, 2019
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
The Grand Tree takes center stage, surrounded by 50 smaller trees. Read more
Dec 16, 2019
