kids

Mar
12
Germs, Viruses, And Other Books

Germs, Viruses, And Other Books

“Do not lick this book!” is the title of a children’s book by Ben-Barak. That’s good advice for
2 min read
Feb
08
10 Action-Packed Summer Camps For Tweens

10 Action-Packed Summer Camps For Tweens

Locals Surf School (Photo by Andrea Waters)Tweens: too old for summer camp and too young to work. Too old
4 min read
Dec
16
Dance, Art, Music & Karate At The Prospect Park And Park Slope Armory YMCAs (Sponsored)

Dance, Art, Music & Karate At The Prospect Park And Park Slope Armory YMCAs (Sponsored)

Holistic teaching & learning centered on building confidence, inspiring growth, and promoting self-expression How does dance make you feel? “Happy!
3 min read
Oct
05
Sweeping Changes Proposed For Common Core, Could Mean Shifting Of Gears For State Tests

Sweeping Changes Proposed For Common Core, Could Mean Shifting Of Gears For State Tests

Source: Old Shoe Woman/FlickrThe State Education Department released new drafts of the English Language Arts [http://www.nysed.gov/
1 min read
Jun
28
Ikea Recalls 29 Million Pieces Of Furniture After Six Children Die

Ikea Recalls 29 Million Pieces Of Furniture After Six Children Die

(Courtesy Twitter/Gizmodo [https://twitter.com/Gizmodo/status/747837159483318272])Ikea is issuing a massive recall prompted by concerns over child
2 min read
Jun
15
Is Your Teen Looking For A Summer Job? Try These Summer Camps

Is Your Teen Looking For A Summer Job? Try These Summer Camps

It pays to go to summer camp. Job opportunities are available at summer camps for older teens. Younger teens can
2 min read
Jun
08
Sign Up for Junior Golf Camp this Summer! Bus Service To/From Park Slope Available (Sponsored)

Sign Up for Junior Golf Camp this Summer! Bus Service To/From Park Slope Available (Sponsored)

Photo credits: Scott McDermottIf you’re looking for the best summer golf experience for your child, look no further than
1 min read
May
24
Meet Megan Davidson: A Doula Whose Concern Expands To The Whole Community

Meet Megan Davidson: A Doula Whose Concern Expands To The Whole Community

Megan with a baby’s client in Fort Greene. (Courtesy Megan Davidson.)Doulas are having a moment. Take it from
4 min read
May
17
Are You A Busy Parent? Check Out These Extended Daycares In Brooklyn

Are You A Busy Parent? Check Out These Extended Daycares In Brooklyn

Summer schedules can be tricky for busy families. What’s a working parent to do when your child’s favorite
3 min read
Apr
26
Check Out These Brooklyn Arts Camps For Creative Kids

Check Out These Brooklyn Arts Camps For Creative Kids

Whether your kids have a creative touch with textile arts, an ear for music, or can’t wait to find
2 min read