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Outdoor Play Spaces for Grandkids

By Karen Shadrach
May 11, 2024
With unstructured playtime down and technical use up, the time kids spend outdoors drops every year. It’s important that we, as grandparents, make the most of our time together and spend as much time as possible doing activities outside. After all, nature is the best playground. ...
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Talking to Grandkids About Cancer

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
May 8, 2024
Navigating a cancer diagnosis can be daunting, but when children are involved, it takes on a whole new meaning. If you're a grandparent and aren't sure what to say, The Gathering Place can help. ...
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#1 Boredom Buster: A Deck of Cards

By Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
March 4, 2024
Sick of screen time? A simple deck of cards is so easy to put into a handbag or suitcase, yet provides a treasure trove of playtime. Cards give you an old-fashioned “hands-on” connection in this age of electronics. Enjoy teaching your grandkids a fun pastime or try learning a new card game together. ...
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A Safe Way to Give Financial Gifts to Minors

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
February 23, 2024
Many parents and grandparents want to pass their wealth to their children while they are still alive. Gifts to children or grandchildren can be a good way to reduce a taxable estate. ...
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Skate Through Winter

By Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
February 4, 2024
Looking for a fresh way to have fun with the grandkids? Try skating through winter at one of Northeast Ohio's indoor or outdoor skating rinks. Ice-skating is fun for all ages and a visit to an ice rink makes for a memorable family outing. ...
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Projects with Your Grandkids

By Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
January 19, 2024
Tackling a project together, whether for just an afternoon or for a longer time, is a good way to build a fun-filled and meaningful relationship with grandkids. ...
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Countdown to Christmas with Kids

By Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
December 5, 2023
Part of the fun of the season is counting down the days until Christmas. Our Grammy on the Go blogger brings us creative ways to celebrate the final weeks of December. ...
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Grammy on the Go: The Gingerbread Man

By Karen Shadrach - Grammy on the Go
November 16, 2023
What better way to pass a winter's day than making gingerbread men with the grandkids? Our columnist tells us how to have a sweet time with this sweet treat. ...
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