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Let's learn together! On the Horizon Blog, you'll find a collection of articles designed to help you navigate the unique experience of parenthood. From answers to common questions at every age to fun ideas and activities for your child, the Horizon Blog offers something for everyone!

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2024 Holiday Volunteering Opportunities for Families in NE Ohio

November 25

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

2024 Holiday Activities in Northeast Ohio

November 21

By Dave Smith

Children hiking in the forest in the fall

Activities for Children

Best Hiking Trails To Explore Fall Colors in Northeast Ohio

September 12

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Family-Friendly Fall 2024 Events in the Cleveland Area

August 29

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Easy Cleveland Area Summer Activities for Families

June 25

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Four Fun Gardening Projects for Kids

June 25

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

4 Summer Math Activities That Keep Young Minds Learning

May 22

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

4 Summer Art Projects for Kids

May 15

By Dave Smith

Kids camping indoors and reading during the summer heat, one of seven great indoor summer activities for kids.

Activities for Children

7 Indoor Summer Activities for Kids

April 24

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

How To Create the Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Kids

April 17

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Rainy Day Fun: 4 Indoor Activities for Preschoolers

April 3

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Start the Day Off Right With These 3 Morning Stretches for Kids

February 21

By Dave Smith

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Child Development

DIY Kids Workshops To Consider in Northeast Ohio

February 7

By Dave Smith

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Child Development

Why Are Field Trips Important?

January 31

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Planning a Day of Northeast Ohio Family Fun

January 17

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

The Benefits of Team Sports for Kids

January 10

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Four Thankful Activities for Kids

November 15

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Visit These Three Indoor Playgrounds in Cleveland, Ohio

October 18

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Fun Family Halloween Activities for All Ages

October 11

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Fall Activities for Families: 5 Ways to Spend the Season Together

September 13

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Afterschool Program Activities with a Positive Impact

August 23

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Pay a Visit to Any of These Four Parks in Lorain, Ohio

August 16

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Parks in Lakewood, Ohio That Offer Fun for All Ages

June 21

By Dave Smith

Child Development

Summer Learning Activities Your Kids Will Love

May 17

By Dave Smith

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Child Development

Why Daily Child Care Attendance Is Important

April 12

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Ohio City’s Best Activities For Kids

March 22

By Dave Smith

North Olmsted restaurants that are kid friendly.

Child Nutrition

What Are The Best North Olmsted Restaurants That Are Kid-Friendly?

February 8

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Preschooler Winter Activities: Exploring Hibernation Together

January 18

By David Smith

Two children sledding down a hill. A classic winter activity for preschoolers and children of all ages, sledding is exciting and gets kids outdoors during cold weather months.

Activities for Children

Hibernation Hijinx: Winter Activities for Preschoolers

January 4

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Horizon Celebrates Grand Opening of Shoreway Center

November 3

By Dave Smith

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Activities for Children

Horizon's "Lights On" After School Program

October 26

By Dave Smith

Easy Exercise for Preschooler

Activities for Children

What Is An Easy Exercise for Preschoolers?

October 12

By Dave Smith

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Child Behavior

What Are the Benefits of Imaginative Play?

July 13

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Fun Fall Craft Ideas

November 3

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Tips for a Safe Halloween This Year

October 6

By David Smith

Activities for Children

How Much Physical Exercise Does Your Child Need?

April 28

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Indoor Gross Motor Activities for a Winter Day

February 10

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Three Ways to Make Valentine's Day Special for Kids

February 3

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Make the Most of Your Children’s Winter Break

December 9

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Outdoor Activities for Children

May 27

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Summer Camp 2020: Celebration of Nations

April 8

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Why You Should Choose a Summer Day Camp for Your Child

May 2

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Family-Friendly Easter Activities in Northeast Ohio

April 12

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Spring Break Activities in Northeast Ohio

March 29

By David Smith

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Child Development

How to Encourage Motor Skills Development in Children

March 1

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Pumpkins for Preschoolers: Games, Songs, Snacks and More

November 2

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Preschooler Crafts: Focusing On the Colors of Fall

October 12

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Is Your Child Ready for Epic Adventures Horizon Education Summer Camp?

June 1

By Savannah Heck

Activities for Children

How to Raise a Fit Preschooler

April 20

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Why Your Preschooler’s Boredom May Be a Good Thing

February 10

By David Smith

Skill Building

Defeat Cabin Fever With These Fun Ideas For the Family

January 13

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Fun Family Activities for the Holidays In and Around Lorain

November 25

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Christmas Crafts for Preschoolers: Recycled Materials

November 18

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Challenge Your Preschooler With Chores, and More

October 14

By Dave Smith

Activities for Children

Summer Crafts for Preschoolers

July 29

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Indoor Play: Fun Without the Sun!

June 24

By Savannah Heck

Child Behavior

Best Places to Visit with Children in Cleveland

March 18

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Fight Back Against Cabin Fever! Winter Learning Activities

January 13

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Countdown to Christmas with Children's Books and Activities

December 22

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Day Camp Banishes ‘There’s Nothing to Do’ Summer Blues

July 22

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Family Time: Top 5 Board Games for Elementary Kids

July 18

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Summer Camp 2014: Join the Fun Today!

May 14

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Practice “Chunks” for Early Reading Skills

April 18

By David Smith

Child Development

Teaching Your Children to Have Fun with Math at Home

April 4

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Let Your Toddler Make a Mess (Under Supervision)

February 24

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Teaching Your Children When to Call 9-1-1

February 21

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Me, My, Mine – Teaching Toddlers to Share

February 14

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Parenting Your Child in the Digital Age

January 29

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Discourage Your Child from Bickering

January 9

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Why a Childcare Facility Is Better for Your Child than Home Day Care

November 25

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Safety Tips for Parents with Toddlers and Electronics, pt. 2

August 12

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Playdates Between Children of Different Ages

May 9

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Why Young Children Ask “Why?”

May 7

By David Smith

Child Behavior

The Lasting Advantage of Preschool

April 23

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Choosing Quality TV Programs Helps Children Be More Cooperative

April 19

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Tips for Choosing an After School Program

April 17

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Monitor You Child’s Use of Social Media

April 11

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Getting Your Children to Love Reading

March 6

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Putting a Positive Spin on Valentine’s Day for you Child

February 14

By David Smith

Child Development

School Decrease Recess Time

February 11

By David Smith

Child Behavior

The Connection Between Music and Math Skills for your Child.

February 4

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Children and SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

January 23

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Help Your Child Show Sympathy and Empathy

January 7

By David Smith

Skill Building

After School Programs Offer Useful Educational Opportunities

December 11

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Child Computer Control: How to Limit Computer Gaming for Tweens

November 21

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Why Teaching Children Computer Skills Will Give them Future Success

November 16

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Don't Argue about Clothes with your Child/Tween

October 26

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Is Your Quality Time with your Child Their Quality Time?

October 23

By David Smith

Reading

More Video Game Myths & Their Affect on Children Debunked

September 5

By David Smith

Child Behavior

New Research Finds Developmental Value in Video Games for Children

September 4

By David Smith

Reading

It’s OK to Let Your Child Read Comic Books

August 28

By David Smith

Skill Building

Make Healthy Exercise a Family Activity for Your Children!

July 25

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Apps for Kids Keep Children Happy during Family Travels

July 10

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Great Travel Toys for Children

July 8

By David Smith