Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, which means families get a full weekend of spooky fun instead of a rushed weeknight. Friday, Oct. 30, brings an early round of trick-or-treat trails and ...

Holiday shopping with kids can go one of two ways. Everyone gets tired before the gift list is finished, or the outing becomes a family adventure with exciting stores, sweet treats and activities ...

The best fall family outings don't always require a road trip, and Oak Brook has enough outdoor adventures, seasonal activities and kid-friendly stops to fill an entire day without leaving the Chicago ...

How many holiday traditions can your family fit into one season? In Oak Brook, the possibilities include meeting Santa, decorating gingerbread houses, enjoying festive afternoon tea and walking ...

Choosing where to eat with kids can turn into a family debate before anyone even leaves the house, especially when one child is craving pizza, another wants sushi and parents are hoping to enjoy ...

Have a tween or teen who's outgrown pumpkin patches and wants a real scare this Halloween? Here's a creepy fact to share at the dinner table: Illinois is one of the most haunted states in the country.

Do not paste the Heading, Summary or byline into the Content Section. The approved story body begins below. Finding something fun to do with the kids gets harder when they've outgrown the playground ...

Looking for a not-too-scary Halloween outing with the kids? A haunted mansion on wheels is parking at Navy Pier for one day only. HI-CHEW's Mystery Manor Tour stops in Chicago this month. The Japanese ...

Planning the ultimate Oct. 31 celebration involves balancing candy budgets, costume shopping and ensuring kids stay safe after dark. WalletHub’s annual report compares the 100 largest U.S. cities to ...

Standard classroom lectures are not one-size-fits-all, meaning that they do not always hold the attention of every student. Many children learn best by building, experimenting and working through ...

Exeter, Andover, Choate and more: a guide to East Coast boarding schools for Chiago families, with financial aid, academics and campus life.

From the Museum of Science and Industry's Christmas Around the World to the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, Chicagoland families can celebrate the start of the holiday season this November with ...