Whether you’re looking to meet your childcare needs, or simply want a chance for your child to socialize, there are quite a few organizations offering winter break camps this year. Kids can get out of the house, engage in countless fun activities with friends, and enjoy their time off of school. Stretch their legs, learn a new game, and make…
For our readers who celebrate Hanukkah, we’ve found a handful of nice local events to share the holiday in sweet ways with the the ones you love! Get ready to light some candles, spin your dreidel, and eat delicious potato pancakes! And if you’ve heard of Hanukkah, but don’t know much about it, check out this great article by The…
Last Christmas season, my family attended our first play in a busy Chicago auditorium. This season, I didn’t think that we’d have an opportunity to see a Christmas show, but creativity has found a way! We were invited to “attend” a performance of Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol. We experienced it live as it was cast into our living room….
5, 4, 3, 2, 1 . . . Happy New Year! We love to include our children in reminiscing about the past year’s blessings and ringing in the new year together. Thankfully, celebrating New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be at midnight. You can celebrate with a “noon year’s eve,” have an early countdown at bedtime, or celebrate in a…
When WordScientists reached out to us, we were excited to learn about such a great resource for early reading and language! Their mission is to ensure all children’s right to read, by providing educators and families with the means to teach language and early reading. The WordScientists Team is comprised of education and technology experts who translate scientific research into…
Imagine a snowy white winter’s day surrounded by breathtaking crystal clear castles of ice. No, I’m not just describing a scene from Frozen; we have real ice castles just 1.5 hours from Chicagoland in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. My kids truly felt the magic as they took in the sights of the ice castles, tunnels, slides, and color effects. It was…
Talking about the reason we celebrate Christmas and the birth of Jesus brings meaning to the season. It can be easy to get swept up in the buying of gifts and the “I want’s of Christmas. Taking a moment to visit a nativity scene brings clarity and meaning to Christmas, bringing the miracle of Christmas to life. Some churches even…
Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo is an annual stop for our family. It’s truly magical to walk the grounds of the zoo, watching all of the twinkling lights, listening to holiday music and enjoying a hot chocolate! A few of our favorite Holiday Magic attractions were missing this year, but that didn’t stop us from enjoying our time with all…
Have your pets been on the naughty or nice list this year? Bring them to Santa to find out! Our cats and dogs hold such a special place in our hearts. We love to include them in the holiday fun whenever we can. Stop in to these locations for a pet-friendly holiday photo op this year. 2020 Pet Photos with…
A photo op with Santa is a must-do every holiday season! Take advantage of the lowest price tag possible at these FREE visits with Santa for 2020. Make sure to click the links provided, as some require advanced registration, and all are offering additional safety guidelines this year. Bring your camera just in case, as some locations allow you to…
‘Tis the season to get outside and celebrate the holidays. Store-front windows filled with snowmen, reindeer lining the streets, elves hidden in downtown shops, and rows of beautifully-decorated trees fill your neighborhood parks. Below you’ll find the list of winter and holiday walks to help your family socially distance while celebrating the holidays this December. Bundle up and enjoy these…
Kidlist welcomes Jason Dobrzynski, CFP®, RLP®, CMFC® and Maralynn Kearney, MBA of Corsalus Financial as guest contributors. We love their mission to teach kids about money! While piggy banks are traditional ways for saving allowances and birthday money, many older children also want the accessibility and convenience of a debit card. A huge thank you to Corsalus Financial for helping us make…