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Oct 13
“Don’t Be Mean to 13” Book Shares The History & Mythology of Friggatriskaidekaphobia (Fear of Friday the 13th)

Explore the ancient historical roots of these popular superstitions while encouraging children to use evidence-based, critical thinking with our friend, Thirteen!

Oct 12
Make Baby Mealtime, Family Time: Stokke’s Tripp Trapp® Chair Nurtures Family Bonding

My favorite memories with the kids always tend to be created while spending time around the table. Family meals, game nights, and art projects are all centered around the kitchen table in our home. That's why I'm excited to have found out about Stokke's Tripp Trapp® Chair.

Oct 11
“Why Do We Fight?” by Niki Walker

It's a big world out there, but everything feels closer and more accessible to us than ever-including conflict and war. By comparing bigger conflicts to the ones in their own lives, kids gain the insight to look beyond the headlines and view conflicts in a critical and investigative manner.

Oct 06
“Mesmerized: A Ben Franklin Science & History Mystery” at Chicago Children’s Theatre is a Hilarious Riot

Part farce, part docudrama, Chicago Children's Theatre's world premiere fall opener Mesmerized is a fun new introduction for kids to Ben Franklin, one of our country’s founding fathers and most famous scientists.