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Affording College

New Program Makes College Tuition Free in Grand Rapids

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The city is a Michigan Promise Zone, which makes college tuition free in Grand Rapids. Find out what you need to know about this program and if your kids qualify.
Advice

Sorry, Kids: Parents Do Pick Favorites, Survey Says

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A recent survey by Boudreaux's Butt Paste found that parents do pick favorites among their kids – and That's just one of many outrageous claims it found.
Indoors

Baby Yoda is Coming to Build-A-Bear (And We Can’t Wait)

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The beloved character from Disney's 'The Mandalorian' has been noticeably absent from store shelves, but you'll find Baby Yoda at Build-A-Bear workshops soon.
Advice

Finstagram: What Parents Should Know

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Thought you knew what your kids were up to on the popular social app Instagram? Think again. Read on to find out more about Finstagram aka fake Instagram.
Senior Health & Wellness

What You Need to Know About the ‘Enhanced’ Flu Vaccine

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Learn more about the 'enhanced' flu vaccine, why it can be beneficial for your aging loved ones and where to get vaccinated in southeast Michigan.
Advice

Can Positive Self-Talk Help Your Child in Math?

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A Dutch study of tweens says that a little positive self-talk can help kids with math. Find out more – plus tips for teaching this important skill to children.
School Issues

Should More Local Schools Change Morning Start Times?

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Research finds there are benefits of starting school later – and districts such as Novi Community School District are taking note.
Tutors + Classes

Best Foreign Language Programs for Kids in Southeast Michigan

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Find out where in southeast Michigan kids can start learning to speak Spanish, French and other languages. Browse our list of foreign language programs for kids.
Giving Birth

Water Births Are Just as Safe for Moms, New Study Says

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Water birth is an intriguing option for many expectant mothers, drawing interest for the pain-reducing effect of warm water and other reported benefits during...
Advice

Survey: Gen Alpha Kids Care More About Equality, Environment Than Adults

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Kids born in 2010 or later are likely more passionate about school safety, food access, equality and the environment than their moms and dads, a study says.
Guides

The Plymouth Ice Festival in Downtown Plymouth

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Find ice carving competitions, family activities – including an ice playground! – and more at the annual Plymouth Ice Festival, which will be held Jan. 10-12, 2020.
Guides

Warren’s Cold Rush Family Winter Festival

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Warren's Cold Rush festival returns on Jan. 11, 2020 at City Square and offers cold-weather activities for people of all ages.
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