Back-to-school season is here, and with kids almost back in classrooms, Baltimore’s Child Editor Lindsay C. VanAsdalan spoke with local news station WBAL-TV 11 about the items you may have missed during school supply shopping, how to get your child excited about the new school year and what to do …
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Not-to-Miss School Supplies
Every school and age group has different requirements when it comes to school supplies, but here are some items to add to your back-to-school list to enhance health, safety, practical use, organization and individuality. Fidget Aids Bento or Freezable Lunchboxes Large Capacity Pencil Cases Personalized Pencils with Your Child’s Name …
Read More »Calendar: Family Events in August
Family Fun at the Library Aug. 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6 – 8 p.m. Howard County Library System Elkridge Branch | 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge, MD 21075 Details: Exploring STEAM and literacy skills with a different activity each week, including origami, tangrams and craft nights Free | howardcounty.librarycalendar.com Movie …
Read More »Festivals and Block Parties for Baltimore Families in August
Have a ball at these fests, field days and community celebrations! Halal Food Festival Aug. 12, noon – 10 p.m. Islamic Society of Baltimore 6631 Johnnycake Road, Baltimore, MD 21255 Details: family food festival featuring full indoor grand bazaar and live cooking performances $5-$40 | isb.org Greasy Hands Pig Roast …
Read More »August Roundup: Community and family news in greater Baltimore
What’s New at the Zoo? The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore has had a big year. Recently, in May and June, the zoo welcomed several new baby animals: a sitatunga calf, trumpeter swan cygnets and prairie dog pups. Sitatunga parents Ally and Beau introduced a female calf to the zoo’s herd …
Read More »Embrace Autism Acceptance Month
April is traditionally dedicated to the subject of autism. In the past, the phrase “Autism Awareness Month” was used in connection with this month, but Tom Flis, behavioral services manager at Sheppard Pratt, says that a current movement is aimed at focusing on autism acceptance. Learn more about the significance …
Read More »ICYMI: Baltimore’s Child Summer Camp Tips on Fox 45 News
Baltimore’s Child Editor Lindsay C. VanAsdalan shares some summer camp tidbits with Fox 45 News (WBFF) in Baltimore for families still considering signing their child up for a camp experience this summer. Though registration opened up early this year, it’s not too late! Watch the clip here to learn …
Read More »WATCH: Meet the Camps! Baltimore’s Child 2023 Summer Camp & Activities Fair
At the Baltimore’s Child 2023 Summer Camps & Activities Fair at Towson Town Center, School of Rock was one of 16 summer camp and activity providers who were on site to meet and greet kids and families—and even take some time to rock out! School of Rock is offering a …
Read More »Choosing a Pediatrician
Being pregnant with a new baby is exciting and a little scary. Before your baby is born, you may feel overwhelmed with information and decisions that you need to make regarding their care. Figuring out who will be your child’s doctor is one of the most important decisions you need …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Shari Bailey
Shari Bailey knows birthdays can be among the most special celebrations in a child’s life—especially for children who don’t know how many of them they will have. Of her 8-year-old twin girls, Lana and Laila, the latter has a rare congenital disorder, Jacobsen’s Syndrome, which occurs in only one …
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