Eileen Ogintz's newest book "The Kids Guide to New York City" has been published. All of Eileen's Taking the Kids are now available for the NOOK and Kindle. Your kids will love the fun facts, games and puzzles!


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Chicago ice rink kicks off winter season

November 19, 2011
Kicking off Chicago’s winter season, the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park will opens today and will remain open through March 11, 2012 more →
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Other kids along can make all the difference

November 18, 2011
Other kids can make all the difference. Next time you are planning a “big” trip, whether to Europe, Costa Rica, Alaska or Africa, consider a company like Tauck Bridges. more →
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First Thanksgiving lesson at Plimouth Plantation

November 17, 2011
Learn about the first Thanksgiving at Plimouth Plantation in Plymouth MA and then play at the indoor Pilgrim Cove Theme Pool more →
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Austin-Lehman will offer adventure tours in Cuba

November 16, 2011
Award-winning active travel tour operator Austin-Lehman Adventures has announced it will host cultural / educational adventures to Cuba beginning in early 2012. more →
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Smaller ski areas offer deals too

November 15, 2011
Especially when your gang are novices, you don’t need huge snow resorts to have fun. Colorado Ski Country is touting $10Gems Card deals for nine resorts more →
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New e-book series encourages kids to read and explore

November 14, 2011
Anything that encourages kids to read is good! Author Laura Schaefer has a new series of e-books for kids called Planet Explorers. more →
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Time to see the Humpback whales off Hawaii again

November 13, 2011
The Humpbacks are back! Hawaii’s annual humpback whale migration runs November through May and seeing them is an added plus for winter visitors. more →
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No kids along? Try Sonoma County during harvest season

November 12, 2011
Looking for a getaway without the kids? Try Sonoma County during Harvest Season. For example, the Stay and Savor package includes overnight accommodations in Sonoma Creek Inn; more →
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Thanksgiving savings in Playa del Carmen

November 11, 2011
Spend Thanksgiving or a before-Christmas getaway at a condo hotel in Playa del Carmen, and get up to 35% off and complimentary breakfast on any reservation more →
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Smucker’s recipe contest – win a $20K family reunion

November 10, 2011
Here’s your chance to win a $20,000 family reunion. Smucker’s has announced the launch of the fourth annual Spreading Smucker’s Traditions Recipe and Essay Contest. more →
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