Even before the COVID-19 pandemic began, children (and people in general) already spent hours a day at their desks. Our brains are more active when we are able to be active ourselves. This solitary lifestyle has grown through virtual and remote learning, streaming networks and endless video games—even videos …
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March DIY Family Craft: Leprechaun Handprint
Get in the spirt of St. Patrick’s Day all month long with a downloadable PDF of this DIY craft.
Read More »Family Entertainment Directory: Play
Looking for somewhere to let loose and play with your child? These creative experiences from the Family Entertainment Directory in the March 2022 issue of Baltimore’s Child will keep your children and teens active. A safari-themed indoor playground, Hyper Kidz Baltimore has age-specific features that range from birth to …
Read More »Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Family
May the luck o’ the Irish be with you this season. Apart from the typical pub crawls and 21 plus events that typify St. Patrick’s Day, you can explore options for festive celebrations you can enjoy with the family. Explore these ways you can experience the culture and traditions …
Read More »Family Entertainment Directory: Learn
Grow together with these fun family learning experiences from the Family Entertainment Directory in the March 2022 issue of Baltimore’s Child. Learn about fire history and safety at the Fire Museum of Maryland, have your school book a hands-on educational tour where you can climb a fire engine, and …
Read More »Celebrating Innovation, Commemorating Black History Explore the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum in Catonsville
What do you know about Benjamin Banneker? Did you know he was an amazing mathematician, taught himself astronomy and later wrote numerous almanacs? Maybe you know he built the first known American clock and was a member of the surveying team that designed Washington, D.C.? All of these facts …
Read More »Holiday DIY: Valentine’s Day Heart Garland
I feel strongly that crafting and creating is a win-win for parents and children. If there’s one thing that I learned from being a mom is that kids want nothing more but to spend quality time with you. Add some crafting fun to it, and you’ve created memorable holiday …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Donnita Fowler
Title: Commercial Property Manager Family: We refer to them as The Great Eight: six biological children and two bonus children. Kenneth, Christian, Daniel Jr., Danyelle, Davon, Dominique, Noelle and Brandon Family Favorites Family Meal: Pot roast with carrots and potatoes Dessert: Banana Pudding Book to Read Together: My …
Read More »Find Your Family Fun This Winter Best places in the Baltimore area for indoor activities, games and more
When you need a break from the cold, indoor learning and play—or learning by play—facilities in the Baltimore area and beyond offer myriad options for children of all ages. Whether it’s science, nature, art, reading, games or sports, your family will find plenty here to keep young minds engaged …
Read More »National Aquarium to Require Full Vaccination to Enter
The National Aquarium will require all visitors ages 12 and older to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 upon entry, effective Jan. 25. “Since the pandemic began, we have grounded our policies and practices in the best available science,” says John Racanelli, National Aquarium CEO, in a news …
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