Not only are STEM activities great fun for kids, but they’re also educational. Best of all, they don’t necessarily require special supplies. Grab your pretend lab coat and start growing some beautiful crystals with the following science experiment from Mad Science of Washington, D.C. Crystal Star Ornament What you need: …
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Summer Camp: To Stay or Not to Stay?
It felt like we were coming out of a fog when the email about summer camps opening came through. My mind immediately started racing. “Wouldn’t it be amazing to get her out of the house? She needs this ‘normalcy.’ Will it be safe? How much judgment will I receive for …
Read More »Fifth Graders … Submit Your Artwork for Maryland Arbor Day Poster Contest
The deadline is quickly approaching for Maryland fifth graders to participate in this year’s annual Arbor Day Poster Contest, presented by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Forest Conservancy District Boards. All entries are due to a local Maryland Forest Service office by noon on Friday, Jan. 15. This …
Read More »Baltimore Summer Camps Look to Past Lessons for Future Sessions
While snowflakes may be getting ready to fall, it isn’t too early for parents to start planning for their children’s summer break and where, or even if, to send them for a camp program. While few would call 2020’s summer camp experience ideal, the potential of a coronavirus vaccine begs …
Read More »Indoor Fun with Your Family: Board Games
While you certainly can’t go wrong with Monopoly, you may want to try out a new family board game this winter. Today’s tabletop games can be just as engaging as their digital counterparts, requiring kids to move, draw, build, strategize and, most importantly, enjoy themselves. Best of all, unlike Monopoly, …
Read More »Friends School of Baltimore Announces New Blackburn Merit Award
The Friends School of Baltimore announced the creation of a new merit scholarship program at the school. According to a statement posted on the Friends School website, the Blackburn Merit Award is a $15,000 merit scholarship award for new students applying to the school’s upper elementary fourth and fifth grades. …
Read More »Indoor Fun with Your Family: Build the Ultimate Kids’ Craft Closet
Art class shouldn’t be the only times kids get to be creative. “It’s important for kids to use their imaginations to help them express themselves through their creativity,” says Rachel Dorton, public relations manager for Kid Made Modern. In order to let imaginations run wild, you’ll want to stock up …
Read More »Baltimore Center Stage Announces Virtual 36th Annual Young Playwrights Festival
Baltimore Center Stage’s 36th Annual Young Playwrights Festival will take place virtually in 2021. Festival organizers have also announced that this year’s program will include free virtual residencies for multiple classrooms, an online residency for Maryland students and expanded works that will be included in the festival. “The Young Playwrights …
Read More »Indoor Fun with Your Family: Scavenger Hunts
Scavenger hunts have remained as long-standing popular activities for children. Not only are they simple, inexpensive and fun distractions, but they also encourage kids to interact with their environment and practice problem solving. Get them moving and thinking with these easy, creative scavenger hunt ideas. The Alphabet Hunt Grab a …
Read More »2021 Summer Camps and Education
Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center
Located in northern Baltimore County, Genesee Valley’s summer camp programs maximize our farmland’s natural aspects, including our lakes, forest, and trails, to offer children opportunities to unplug and gain new experiences in nature. Programs are offered for ten weeks for campers ages 4-16 June through August. Campers can experience our …
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It’s time for kids to have fun again. CCBC is ready with a whole array of kids’ classes on campus and online filled with fun and learning. Whether you want academics, STEM, cooking or something more active, we have a class for that. CCBC has been offering summer classes for …
Read More »Merritt Clubs Summer Camps
COVID-19 may have prevented children from meeting in person at school this year, but Merritt Clubs has a whole host of offerings to keep your kids entertained and engaged this summer. Our goal is to make sure that every child has the best summer experience ever, while of course keeping …
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Dental Tips for Your Family
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Our friends at Dentistry for Children of Cross Keys have some tips to encourage great dental habits in your family. They can be reached at: Dentistry4childrenmd.com …
Read More »Take a Winter Getaway to Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
Enjoy a memorable winter escape to Maryland’s Eastern Shore at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort, Spa and Marina. The waterfront resort is offering the “Getaway Winter” promotion featuring 15% off room rates plus breakfast for two on stays between January 3 and April 3, 2021. The offer can be accessed …
Read More »Interviewing a Child Care Provider
You want to find the best child care option for your child while ensuring his or her health and safety. Choosing a provider is a major decision under normal circumstances; finding child care during a pandemic means parents have a host of additional matters to consider and evaluate. Whether you’re interviewing a private nanny, …
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Playing it Safe
During this pandemic, so many cherished routines have been sacrificed, and the loss of sports is one that really stings for lots of kids. Not only do sports provide a way to stay fit and have fun, but they are also sources of socialization and confidence. And, of course, they …
Read More »March 6, 2021
Trinity PreSchool Open House
at Trinity School in Ellicott City, MD
Discovery Stage Series feat. Diane Macklin, Storyteller (Virtual)
at Port Discovery Children’s Museum in Baltimore
Youth Art Month Virtual Workshop with Port Discovery
at Port Discovery Children’s Museum in Baltimore
March 7, 2021
Kids Outdoors: Traditional Outdoor Skills
at Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum in Catonsville
March 13, 2021
Youth Art Month Virtual Workshop with Port Discovery
at Port Discovery Children’s Museum in Baltimore