Editor’s Letter

Departments

WHAT COUNTS
National Park Service Birthday, Fudge Facts, Detroit Hot Dogs and More August Fun

STUDY SAYS
Parents Struggle Initially When Kids Come Out, Study Says

THE PIPELINE

• • Stemville in Northville Has STEM-tastic Learning Fun for Kids
  • Up Your Esports Game at Gametime in Auburn Hills
  • Allen Park Teen Finn Gomez Runs Detroit Salsa Company
  • Buttons 2 Button by Metro Detroit Mom Makes Dressing Easier
  • Early Labor Walking Path for Moms at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital

MY OBSESSION
Great Jokes for Kids From Southeast Michigan Kids

KIDS 101
Why Toddlers Strip Out of Their Clothes

FUN GUIDE
Calendar August 2019

LET’S GO
3 Cool Aquariums in Michigan, Chicago and California

Features

The Power of Outdoor Education for Kids in Schools
Spending time in nature can boost kids’ capacity to learn – but it can be tough to come by in a screen-saturated world. Here’s how some local schools are trying to provide outdoor education for kids.

Relationship Loss and Kids: Coping When Someone Close Says Goodbye
From childhood friends moving to parents splitting from significant others, relationship loss and kids can be a struggle. Learn how to help kids manage.

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