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  Warmer temperatures and sunny skies encourage many families to take to the streets and sidewalks to ride their bikes. Biking through the neighborhood is one of the simplest ways to entertain oneself and stay in shape. But biking can also bring about a few risks, especially for first-time riders. …

  Admitting I’m a mom to twins usually elicits a myriad of questions: Who was born first? Are they identical? How do you manage? People are fascinated by twins, especially twin babies. I couldn’t go to the grocery store without strangers approaching me to get a closer look at “the …

  Becky Gardner’s photography journey began with a few community college classes after her son Henry was born in 2011. In seeking something fun and different from her work in corporate sales and recruiting, she turned to an old love. “I’ve always been really interested in genealogy and local history, …

You’ve sent invitations, bought decorations, made a list (and checked it twice) … now you’re ready to throw your child the best birthday party of the season. But the biggest task has yet to begin: hosting the party. Don’t let all your preparation go to waste. Find out how you …

By Jennifer Rothschild, Collection Engagement Librarian, Arlington Public Library Parties are a great time to connect with friends and family and meet new people. These books explore all types of parties and the feelings that surround them, from uninvited guests and weather-related disasters to making new friends and how a …

  Mother’s Day celebrates motherhood and the contribution of mothers to society. Did you know that the holiday is celebrated worldwide as an international day to honor moms? In addition, Mother’s Day is observed on the second Sunday in May in the United States every year. It is often marked …

  What child doesn’t love getting gifts? What if kids approached writing thank-you notes for those gifts with the same love? Learning to write thank-you notes can be fun, and it’s something kids of any age can do. First, a few points about thank-you note etiquette: Your child should acknowledge …

By Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards. For more product reviews, visit nappaawards.com   The Play Kits Discover this subscription, stage-based learning program designed to promote healthy brain development during the early years of childhood. The kits arrive every two to three months and feature age-specific toys …

Click the images below to download this Top 10 calendar as a PDF. This roundup of family events appears in the May 2022 issue of Washington FAMILY.

Over the past two years, teachers have gone above and beyond for their students. During the first part of the COVID-19 pandemic, they proved their adaptability by juggling virtual, in-person and hybrid learning. After schools fully reopened, they’ve helped students readjust to being in the classroom. This month, during Teacher …