Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a good book, especially stories that celebrate Chicago. We tapped into the expertise of librarian Liv Hanson, youth collection selector for Chicago Public ...

Explore top kid-friendly events in Chicago, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, including free museum days, winter festivals and exciting performances. Chicago Parent is Chicagoland’s trusted parenting hub since 1984. We ...

Explore top kid-friendly events in Chicago, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, including free museum days, winter festivals and exciting performances. Chicago Parent is Chicagoland’s trusted parenting hub since 1984. We ...

Colorful trees come to life as a group of kindergartners glue bits of tissue and construction paper onto a drawing of a trunk. They’re engaged in play — but, in this Northwestern University Center for ...

Photo credit: Chicago Public Library’s Thomas Hughes Children’s Library inside the Harold Washington Library Center, (c) City of Chicago Libraries aren’t just for borrowing books anymore — especially ...

At just 15, Reese Ratcliff is thriving at Groton School, a prestigious boarding school in Massachusetts. Her transition from Chicago City Day School — a private pre-K-8 school known for its close-knit ...

Teaching AI and digital literacy for kids ages 2-14 in a gradual way, Rogers Park Montessori in Chicago fosters critical thinking, responsible tech use and digital citizenship. Middle school students ...

How has the Chicago Public Library impacted your life? Read four other Chicagoans’ stories — and share yours for a chance to win CPL prizes and swag. Maybe it’s story time at the Thomas Hughes ...

Explore Chicago's top indoor animal experiences for kids, from aquariums to zoos, offering fun and educational close-up encounters. Chicago Parent is Chicagoland’s trusted parenting hub since 1984. We ...

Keep the kids entertained all day long with Naperville's top indoor play places from climbing walls to toddler-friendly zones. Plan ahead! We've rounded up some of the best activities and events to do ...

Explore top kid-friendly events in Chicago, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, including free museum days, winter festivals and exciting performances. Chicago Parent is Chicagoland’s trusted parenting hub since 1984. We ...

In February 2025, don’t miss these top fun events for kids of all ages, from science, painting and gaming to design career exploration and even a crafty Mardi Gras party! When Illinois’ bitter ...