Parenting
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Kohl exhibit keeps kids engaged and learningJan 30, 2015 5:00 am - Baby, it's cold outside. If cabin fever in your house has hit its limit, don't despair. We have a world-class children's museum in our own backyard. Glenview's Kohl Chil...
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Skilagna (aka Jerome's Skillet Lasagna)Jan 29, 2015 5:01 am - 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 Italian sausage links ½ pound ground beef 3 cups garlicky pasta sauce (about 1½, 24-ounce jars) 6 o...
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Move over, Mom: Lasagna-Stroganoff mash-up a smashing dinner successJan 29, 2015 5:00 am - I love my mom's lasagna. I like the cheesy layers and the thick meat sauce. I also like beef Stroganoff. The first time I had it was at camp one summer. I liked the way ...
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Are you speaking your child's love language?Jan 28, 2015 5:01 am - Michelle Stieb of Schaumburg showers her 2-year-old daughter, Skyler, with plenty of hugs and kisses. As a treat, the toddler particularly enjoys snuggling in her parent...
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Parents talk teen safety in LincolnshireJan 16, 2015 4:30 am - Parents concerned about their teens' safety packed the boardroom at Lincolnshire's village hall Thursday night for a frank discussion about drinking, drugs and the risks...
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Eight new apps get thumbs up from kids and parentsJan 14, 2015 1:01 am - In addition to being fun, most of the eight apps we are featuring offer opportunities to learn something - so they earn a thumbs-up from both kids and parents. Toca ...
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Children's music star Laurie Berkner has a new planDec 05, 2014 5:00 am - NEW YORK — This fall, Laurie Berkner has been on a mission that likely will make children and parents happy: making more Laurie Berkners. The singer-songwriter, who Tim...
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Gift guide: New holiday books for kidsNov 27, 2014 5:15 am - NEW YORK - Looking to keep the kids entertained during long holiday car rides or dinners? Tell all your gift-buying elves to wrap up a book. Among this year's Christmas ...
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Kids test new toys for the holiday seasonNov 27, 2014 5:15 am - Which toys do kids like? That's a question toymakers ask every year when coming up with new products. We think the best way to find the answer is to ask kids themselves....
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Teen gifts: Ideas for hard-to-buy-for big kidsNov 27, 2014 4:00 am - They are finicky and fickle, and might be updating their wish lists as often as their Instagram accounts. Do you have any idea what to buy the teenagers on your holiday ...