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10 Top Summer Day Trips in Michigan for Families

Jessica Schrader -
There's family-friendly adventure waiting for you within a few hours of home. Searching for ideas for day trips in Michigan? Take a look at these suggestions.
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Travel

The Best Road Trip Songs to Add to Your Family’s Playlist

Jessica Schrader -
Here are some of the best road trip songs to add to your family's queue before you head out on your next summer adventure.
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Advice

Cool Minivans: The Best Minivans on the Market

Jessica Schrader -
These four models are tops when it comes to features families will love. Which one is your favorite?
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Oh Mother

Angry Dad Loses His Cool on U.S. Highway

DeJanay Booth -
A son records his Australian dad having flare-ups on their family road trip – and the video has gone viral. Was it funny?
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Travel

Kids and Map Reading: Why It’s Not a Lost Art

Jessica Schrader -
Despite growing up in the age of GPS, knowing how to read a map is still important for kids to learn. Find out why and get some ideas on how to help.
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Guides

I Spy Craft: Make 'I Spy' Jars

Lish Dorset -
Create this I Spy craft with your kids so they can go on the hunt for mini toys at home, on trips and more.
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School Issues

Science Advice, Activities, Books and More for Toddlers

Jessica Schrader -
Spark your preschool child's natural love of science with some fun age-appropriate activities, fantastic books and even a recipe for elephant toothpaste!
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Metro Parent Insider

Meet Lorelei, 2014 CoverKid Grand Prize Winner – VIDEO

Kim Kovelle -
This Rochester Hills 5-year-old scored a spot on the cover of Metro Parent's June issue, plus $1,529 in an MESP savings account to help with college.
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Things to Do

Five Ways to Use Family-Fun Activities to Teach Kids

Kim Kovelle -
Put a smarter spin on summer fun this year with a backyard BBQ cookout, road trip, stargazing, garage sales and a nature hike.
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Guides

Driving America Exhibit at The Henry Ford

Dolly Moiseeff -
The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn unveils its remodeled auto collection in this dazzling new permanent exhibit, which opens shop Jan. 29, 2012.
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Indoors

Gimme, Gimme!: Slooooks!: Family Game to Go

Kim Kovelle -
Scavenger hunt meets 'I Spy' in this cool award-winning travel (or play anywhere!) game by a mom from Grosse Pointe Park.
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Baby Care

Baby on Board: Car Trip Survival

Margarette Burnette -
Want to keep those cries and fusses at bay? Here are four things every parent needs in the car to keep an infant happy.
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Autism Alliance of Michigan

What Every Parent Should Know About Developmental Delays

Claire Charlton -
You have a new baby in your life. But how will you know if your child is developing normally? An expert from the Autism Alliance of Michigan offers some insight.
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Coronavirus Help

MSU Research Reports Sagging Areas in Pandemic Teaching

Metro Parent Editorial -
A survey from Michigan State University’s Education Policy Innovation Collaborative found teachers are struggling to find students and maintain attendance during virtual school.
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Attractions

Michigan Science Center Welcomes New Earth. Wind. Weather. Exhibit

Christina Clark -
Detroit's science hub is set to teach kids the wonders of our planet's weather systems with its latest exhibit.
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Macomb County Education

The Importance of Teaching Kids Financial Literacy

Metro Parent Editorial -
Knowing how to handle money responsibly is a key skill. An expert with Macomb County's Michigan State University Extension Center explains why and how to teach it.
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Guides

Letterboxing in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor for Families

Jessica Schrader -
Here's everything you need to know to get started on this unique, kid-friendly pastime. Plus, check the roundup for a few spots for letterboxing for kids.
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