Lifestyle + Family

Many families are gearing up for back to school. Some have already returned. While some schools are planning for a traditional start, most are beginning the year with virtual learning. …

The Ultimate Guide to Shark Week includes activities, crafts, games, fun snacks & treats, a book selection, cocktails, and what to watch. Summer is not my favorite season. There is …

My podcast library is a playlist of culture, current events, true crime, and business. After listening to some of my favorite podcasts I feel smarter and more informed. Playing podcasts …

Summer is just around the corner. Are you scrambling to put together a plan? A summer plan should include books to read, new things to explore, and a summer reading …

Is summer learning loss really a thing? Yes. A week before spring break my daughter was given a few extra books to take home. Panic surrounding COVID-19 was looming and …

As early as December, I was thumbing through camp brochures and taking part in the race to get a coveted spot in a local summer camp. Early-bird special alerts were …

Books help transport children to new and far away places — introducing them to new adventures, characters, different perspectives, cultures, and depth of language.  For up to five years, the Dollywood …