A new SafeHome.org study ranked this Chicago suburb as the second safest city in America for trick-or-treating.

If your hockey player wants to sharpen their skills this season, you can register them for any of these hockey clinics.

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is a structured approach to helping students understand and manage their emotions, build empathy, strengthen relationships, and make responsible decisions. At Chicago ...

We often forget that there’s more to Thanksgiving than eating turkey or watching football at home. Before you dive into those usual festivities, hit the pavement and join a turkey trot for a great ...

From free-admission Mondays to a sensory-friendly night, here’s how Chicago families can plan their visit to Lincoln Park Zoo’s beloved holiday light show this season. ZooLights returns to Chicago’s ...

For Noreen Heron, leadership has always started at home. As a mother of two and the founder of one of Chicago’s most celebrated PR agencies, she’s built her life around nurturing others, whether ...

Illinois has climbed from 47th to 18th in state K-12 funding after adopting an evidence-based formula — showing gains despite COVID disruptions, but equity gaps and support-staff shortages remain.

Welcome to Chicago Curious Kids, your guide to what parents should know about life in the city. From schools and parks to policy updates, family events and hidden gems, we dig into the details that ...

This portion of the playground is geared toward younger kiddos and there is another area for equipped for older ones, too. Park No. 574 on Chicago’s Near West Side is a modern 2.45-acre playground ...

Seneca Park is a fun play option for children ages 2-12. The park features two separate areas, both creatively designed; a smaller one for toddlers and a larger one for older kids. If you and your ...

Families can ride, skate, and explore festive indoor fun at Navy Pier’s Winter WonderFest, returning December 5–January 4 with new attractions and holiday favorites. Every morning it opens at 10:00 ...

The city can sure feel like a ghost town on Christmas Day. Whether you’re celebrating the holiday or not, most families might not want to stay at home all day. If your kids have already played with ...