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1 month ago | 
baltimorestyle.com | Heather Ross
Pi Day, which takes place every year on March 14, celebrates the mathematical constant, Pi, or 3.14…Some of our favorite ways to celebrate include Pi memorization contests, talking about Pi, making crafts and, of course, eating pie! Beyond just enjoying a tasty dessert, making your own pie is a great opportunity to get creative, spend time with family and explore math through baking. In honor of National Pi Day, here is the recipe for Great-Grandma Ruby Ross’ Lemon Icebox Pie.
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2 months ago | 
washingtonfamily.com | Heather Ross
With snow recently in the forecast and a long February yet to go, there will be plenty of opportunities for more snow on the East Coast. Rediscover the magic of winter by taking advantage of snow days with the kids. Here are a few classic and creative ways to enjoy the snow as a family. Have a Snowball FightNot all snow is equal. Snow that is too dry won’t stick together well enough to form a snowball, and snow that is too wet or icy might hurt.
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2 months ago | 
washingtonfamily.com | Heather Ross
Parents know learning about history is important—but how can they share that message in a way kids can understand? One way to get kids excited about history is to do exciting things, like visiting a colonial village or living museum. These special history attractions help kids remember information about historic life and apply that information to what they do today.
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2 months ago | 
pittsburghparent.com | Andrew Guckes |Heather Ross
By Heather M. RossWhen the weather is unforgiving, it can be harder for families to get out and spend time together—but there are some places where it can’t rain on your parade. Here are a few ideas for indoor outings kids will love, including ones families already know and love and others they might not have considered yet. AquariumTaking a deep dive into the world of fish can inspire kids to learn about and care for the environment.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
chesapeakefamily.com | Heather Ross
When the weather is unforgiving, it can be harder for families to get out and spend time together—but there are some places where it can’t rain on your parade. Here are a few ideas for indoor outings kids will love, including ones families already know and love and others they might not have considered yet. AquariumTaking a deep dive into the world of fish can inspire kids to learn about and care for the environment.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
baltimoreschild.com | Heather Ross
When the weather is unforgiving, it can be harder for families to get out and spend time together—but there are some places where it can’t rain on your parade. Here are a few ideas for indoor outings kids will love, including ones families already know and love and others they might not have considered yet. AquariumTaking a deep dive into the world of fish can inspire kids to learn about and care for the environment.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
washingtonfamily.com | Heather Ross
During the 2023-2024 school year, vaccination among kindergartners in the United States decreased for all reported vaccines compared to the year before, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But the decrease in coverage goes far beyond COVID-19, applying to diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis (DTaP) and old-school woes like measles, mumps and rubella. By Nov.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
washingtonfamily.com | Heather Ross
Spelunking, also called caving, is a unique way for families to exercise, bond and nurture an interest in the natural world. While most people might think of caving as a way to escape the summer heat, many local caverns remain a temperate 50 degrees to 60 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. That means the perfect time to descend into the depths is just about any time. Parents should note that cavern tours can vary in difficulty and some routes are better suited for older children.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
washingtonfamily.com | Heather Ross
Kids always get more stuffed animals—and never more space to keep them. Here’s how to create a quick and easy storage solution for your child’s plushie zoo. You’ll Need1 corner1 decorative fishing net (At least 3 feet by 3 feet)1 string of battery-powered lights with timer4 removable adhesive hooks rated for at least 2 pounds1 tape measure1 pencilStep 1: Place HooksFind a corner of the room near an electrical outlet. Place a light pencil mark 1.5 feet down from the ceiling.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
pittsburghparent.com | Heather Ross
One of the most important decisions a parent can make is who cares for their child when they can’t be there. But what do parents need to know when they make this decision? Parents need to think about what kind of experience and qualifications they want a babysitter to have, research the potential babysitter, plan how they’ll communicate and evaluate whether the babysitter they chose is a good match for the family.
