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One, Two, Three . . . Count in Chicago With Me!
February 03, 2009
The theme at Savvy Source for the month of February is pre-math skills. So today I am posting about things to count in and around Chicago. Now, you don't need my suggestions to get out there and get counting, but here are just a few of my ideas to get you started. 1. Count trains, buses or garbage trucks. My little guy loves transportation of any kind. While we are driving around Read more...
All Aboard the Choo-Choo Train: More Train Resources in Chicago
October 09, 2008
Do you have any train-lovers at your house? We sure do. I have posted before about some great train resources in the Chicago area , but I wanted to add a few more cool destinations to my list for locomotive-lovers out there. Let's Play Railway. Head to the Kohl's Children's Museum on Glenview to check out the new exhibit "Let's Play Railway." This brand new exhibit gives kids the chance to Read more...
Traveling Abroad With Kids -- Yes, You Can Do It!
July 14, 2008
During the month of July, the gals over at the national Savvy Source site have been talking about escapes, vacations, and get-aways (something we all have on our minds during the summer, right?). Today, Savvy Source is highlighting the oh-so-lovely-and-delightful city of Paris . I know that many of you may be thinking, Paris, with kids? Are you people crazy? Who in their right mind Read more...
Layover Lifesavers: A Preschooler's Guide to Chicago's Midway and O'Hare Airports
July 02, 2008
Traveling with preschool-age kids can be a nightmare but it doesn't have to be. Rule number one is that you have to be prepared in the event of an unexpected delay. Whether you just get to the airport too early and have some time to kill or you are suffering through a travel delay from hell, here is what you need to know to make the best of your time at either Midway or O'Hare when you are Read more...
Planes, Train, and Automobiles: Things that go vroom!
May 26, 2008
My two-year-old son is transportation-obsessed. Trucks. Planes. Farm Equipment. Motorcycles. If it is a machine that moves, he loves it. He has taught me to pay attention to the difference between a front loader and a backhoe (although I still find it confusing). Does this sound like any little men you know? Currently, he is really into trains. Lucky for my little Read more...
Five Things to Do Outside When Winter is Over (Finally) and the Sun Shines!
May 15, 2008
Chicago winters can be miserable and endless. When April rolls around and the temperature finally gets above sixty, my kiddos and I are truly desperate to get out of the house ! Here are our top warm-weather must-dos when the sun finally shines. Pack a Picnic. Eating outside is fun no matter what age you are! Work with your kids to plan and pack a picnic lunch. Gather together Read more...
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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun
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Science & Nature Sites
Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet
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