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Letting Your Child Fail

How making mistakes can build self-confidence and resilience

Get To Know: Tera Black

Tera Black is the chief operating officer for the Charlotte Checkers, overseeing the day-to-day business operations and overall marketing strategy.

Building Bridges

Communicate and connect with your child’s teacher

A Clean Slate For The New School Year

Get started on the right foot to create lasting family habits

Back-To-School IEPs And 504s

If you are a parent of a child with special needs, getting ready for your child’s return to the classroom is more than purchasing school supplies.

Escape The City At New River State Park

Camp, float, fish and explore along the banks of the New River

The Kids Are All Right

From those pesky crime-solving kids and chatty chipmunks to Muppet Babies and a certain Kangaroo, we’re celebrating the goofest and greatest in children’s TV shows

Should You Buy STEM Toys For Your Kids?

As Joey Fortuna found out, it doesn’t matter how educational a toy is if kids don’t want to play with it.

Should You Track Your Child's Every Move?

All-knowing GPS technology may seem like a good idea, but there are drawbacks

Pack These Things For A Fun Day By The Sea Or Pool

Pack these summer goods for a splashing good time by the water’s edge

Set the Summer Schedule

Less structure opens opportunities to grow independent living skills

Swim School Basics

The lifetime benefits of swim lessons

We Scream For Ice Cream

THE SCOOP ON WHERE TO GET A CREAMY, COOL TREAT THIS SUMMER

Get To Know: Matt Olin

Matt Olin is the co-founder of Charlotte Is Creative. He is married to Sarah Olin and they have one daughter Mirabelle Olin, who is 7.

Excursion

Low-Key Living Awaits on Hilton Head Island

Digital Designers

CREATIVE WAYS TECHY KIDS CAN EXPRESS THEMSELVES

Daddy Derekby

Vote Yes to a Washington, D.C., Vacation

ADVENTURE TIME: Glamping in NORTH CAROLINA

Take camping up a notch on your next big outdoor vacation

17 Places To Make A Splash In Charlotte

THE SUN IS HOT, BUT THE WATER FEELS FINE

Southside Towns And 'Burbs

Big-city Amenities With Small-town Appeal

South Carolina's Southern Charm

Why Families Are Putting Down Roots Just Across the State Line

Roll, Stroll And Explore

A Guide to Outdoor Activities in and Around Charlotte

Making Moves

What Makes Charlotte a Great Place for Families

Life West Of Charlotte

Where Old-time Charm and Contemporary Cool Coexist

Life Near the Lake

Just North of Charlotte, Four Towns Offer a Family-friendly Enclave

Charlotte's Big-league Sports Entertainment

The Queen City Pro Sports Scene Offers Fun For All Ages

East Side Suburbia

Affordability and Amenities Draw Families to Settle East of Charlotte

Charlotte Farmers Markets Worth A Visit

Shop Fresh, Local at These Area Markets

#Homeclt Exhibition Brings Charlotte History To Life

A Multiyear, Multimedia Exploration of Charlotte Neighborhoods

How To Foster Life Skills That Get Kids Ready To Grow

Helping children with activities of daily life