Looking for the best things to do with 3-year-olds all the way through the preschool years? The Chicago suburbs are full of amazing spots for this fun age group to…
Raising elementary kids may be my favorite phase of parenting so far. (Shh, don’t tell my toddler!) Elementary school kids are old enough to understand my corny jokes, but not…
Fall is here, and it’s time to celebrate pumpkin season. For as much as I love summer in Chicago, there’s something so perfect about our fall weather. Our roundup of…
Trains captivate kids and adults alike as they rumble down the tracks. The way they roll, chug, and puff along is so fascinating for children. We have quite a few…
Taking your kids to a paint-your-own pottery studio can be such a fun experience to foster creativity and enjoy a relaxing activity together. Allowing children to express themselves through art…
Finding things to do in August is tricky—my mom brain is already jumping into back-to-school mode, but my kids are still in a full-on summer mindset. Fortunately, this month is…
When summer ends, your swim lessons don’t have to! Water safety skills are important to work on all year long. Keep that momentum going throughout the school year with indoor…
Volleyball is a great way for kids to develop a stronger sense of confidence and dedication while honing those teamwork and communication skills! Whether your child has never played or…
Music makes the world go round! Kids benefit from all sorts of interactions with music. If you’re looking to dive a little deeper, we’ve got you covered. We have a…
Does your athlete have an interest in joining a wrestling club or trying out the sport? Check out these places offering wrestling for kids in the western suburbs. Wrestling clubs…
Looking to experience the outdoors from a different perspective? Give horseback riding lessons a try! This will not only excite any child with a love for horses, but will also…
Two, four, six, eight! Want to cheer? No need to wait! If your child is interested in trying cheerleading, you have come to the right place. Cheerleading involves dance, tumbling,…
If you’re looking for classes and teams for your children to join this school year, you’re in the right place! The local businesses in our community have wonderful options for…
If you are searching for “the best preschool near me”, you came to the right place! With the help of local preschools and care facilities, we created this resource for…
While my kids enjoy helping pick out produce at the grocery store, it’s much more fun to build core memories at actual U-Pick farms. Kids connect with nature by seeing…
T. rex, Stegasaurus, and Triceratops… in my home, these dinosaurs are celebrities! I love places to see dinosaurs and learn more with my kids, because there are so many activities…
It’s so special to be able to capture memorable moments with you and your kids. I don’t think I’m alone in having thousands of action photos of my kids, but very few with…
Looking for the best kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Decoration experts? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun!…
Now is the time to start looking at summer camps! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans, but you don’t want to miss the…
I love those specials days where my kitchen is clean, I don’t have to cook, and its restaurant night! There is nothing better than sitting down with your family at…
Free museum days in Chicago?! Yes, please! Our visits to museums and zoos are core memory-makers for our children, especially when they involve a trip to the city. After marveling…