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July 2009

There's something for everyone in the July issue. If you're a new or expectant parent, you have an opportunity to learn from those that have come before and from websites that can offer great advice. If you're a veteran Mom or Dad, now is the time to start planning for after-school care so take a look at our annual Directory of After School Programs. And no matter who you are, you'll want to check our "What's on the Menu" column to find some great ice cream places. There's more, of course. Click on the cover at left to read the issue online or click on "articles" in the menu bar above to see this month's features and columns.


Summer Learning

Download "How to Make the Most of Summer" by the National Center for Summer Learning.


All Things Summer!

We searched our archives for the best summer articles to keep your kids busy, happy and healthy. Check these out:

Make sure there’s no academic backsliding.
Build a Summer Bridge Online - Reading and Math Activities Keep Skills Sharp

Find lots of fun activities nearby.
Get Ready for Summer—with Local Boredom Busters
Quick & Easy Cures for the Summer “Mom, I’m Bored” Blues
Summer Picks for the Ages

Good books are good books – even two years later.
Relish the Days of Summer - Bookworms - July, 2007

Cool off with a trip on a nearby river or stream.
Paddling Through Maryland

Find fun places to play.
Playgrounds: Our Favorite Picks

Water makes hot days fun!
Swimming Places for Summer Dips



Got an Opinion? Win $1000 For It!

It's report card time! Not for the kids…for Baltimore's Child! We want to know how we're doing. Are we bringing you the information you need for your family? We're asking our readers and website visitors to answer a few questions and, if you're lucky, you'll win either a $1000 American Express gift card or a $500 for your favorite grocery store. You don't have to enter your email address to give your opinion – only if you want to win one of the prizes. And don't worry – we promise not to pass your email address along to anyone! Click here for the Readers' Survey.


2009 Cover Contest Winner!

So many beautiful children! Only one gets the most votes and this year our winner is Morgan. Look for her to appear on the cover of Baltimore's Child in the coming year.

Baltimore's Child Virtual Camp Fair

Everything you need to know about camps and summer programs!
Check our Resources/Links for Camps and Summer Programs.
Find even more camps and summer programs listed in our Camps and Summer Programs Directory for programs in:
Anne Arundel County
Baltimore City
Baltimore County
Carroll County
Cecil County
Harford County
Howard County
Residential Camps
Camps for Children with Special Needs
Other Counties


Sponsored Articles

Choosing the Right Camp – McDonogh Summer Programs


Delrey School – Specialized Services for Today and Tomorrow


Share Your Thoughts!

Let’s Feature Your Family in December

Do you have a special story to tell about your family? Baltimore’s Child is looking for all types of families to profile in its annual holiday issue. In about a 100 words or less, send us a description of your family and why you think we should highlight it in the pages of Baltimore’s Child. If we choose you, we’ll assign one of our writers to interview you for an article to be featured in the December 2009 issue. We’ll also send a photographer for a family picture to accompany the article.

Send your entry by email to: Dianne@BaltimoresChild.com, Att: Family Portraits. Or, mail your entry to: Baltimore’s Child, 11 Dutton Ct., Baltimore, Md. 21228. Att: Family Portraits. Please include your mailing address and telephone number.

 

“Quick, Healthy, and Cheap”

Could Win You $200 in Food!

Send us your meal plan and recipes! We’d like to share your idea of an easy, inexpensive, good-for-you meal that you serve your family. Entries will be chosen to post on the Baltimore’s Child website, and one entry will be picked at random to win $200 in grocery store gift certificates.

Send your entry by email to: Dianne@BaltimoresChild.com, Att: Quick, Healthy, and Cheap. Or, mail your entry to: Baltimore’s Child, 11 Dutton Ct., Baltimore, Md. 21228. Please include your mailing address and telephone number. Deadline for submission is July 25.