In the Neighborhood » April 2019

Helpful news, ideas, and events happening around the Denver metro area this month.

30 Great Books About Pets

Librarians and book experts recommend these great books about all types of pets, conventional and unconventional.

Dealing With the Loss of a Pet

Expert advice for talking to your children about the death of a family pet.

#ZeroWaste Spring Clean-up

A collection of boutiques around Denver help families reduce single-use packaging and switch to more earth-friendly home and personal care items.

Keep a “Watch” on Your Kids

We took the TickTalk 3 kid’s smartwatch for a test.

8 Hard-to-Recycle Kids Items: And What to Do With Them

What do you do with those endless boxes of broken crayons or the outgrown toddler mattress sitting in the basement? Here are a few helpful tips to de-clutter your home.

The Space Between: Parenting Two Kids with a 15 Year Age Gap

Years, distance, and custody arrangements separate his daughters, and this dad is wrestling with the differences in parenting.

Giving Skiers a (Pink) Lift

Sunlight Mountain Resort Mini Mayor Colby Rogers lobbies for a pink chair lift.

Books That Celebrate Cultural Traditions

Recommendations from local book experts and librarians.

Tech Dad: Keeping Hot Things Hot

Finally, a hot cup of coffee in the morning!

Kids Meal Deals in Metro Denver

Nearly every night of the week, your family can find a restaurant that offers free or low-cost meal deals for kids.

Local Kids Clothing Boutiques

Local boutiques outfit Colorado kids for any occasion.

10 Books to Keep Kids Engaged While Traveling

Books to keep kids’ hands, minds, and bodies occupied on a summer trip.

The Magic of a Cul-De-Sac

One dad’s memories of where the grass was greener, and his quest to get back to it.

How to Be a Great Parent Coach

Here’s a list of winning qualities any parent can master.

10 Cool Summer Deals for Colorado Kids

Check out these summer deals for Denver-area kids and families.

Fighting Off Sibling Squabbles

Friendly sibling playtime is often interrupted by bouts of fighting, name-calling, hitting, or even ganging up on one another. Read this expert advice to help resolve sibling quarrels.

5 Children’s Albums We’re Listening to This Month

Add these five albums to your carpool playlist now. Here are the 2019 Grammy nominees for Best Children's Album.

Books That Demonstrate Sharing

Local librarians and book experts recommend these 28 books for kids.

Introduce the Kids to…Opera

Loveland Opera Theatre offers kids a chance to experience opera (in a fun way) this spring.

New Technology Promises to Keep Our Kids Safe

Colorado Parent's "tech dad" talks about the newest innovation in baby monitors.

Is My Child Ready for Overnight Camp?

Before you send your child off to sleepaway camp, read this expert advice.

Apps to Manage the Budget and Save Money

Colorado Parent's "tech dad" shares his top picks for parents.

Books to Inspire Young Inventors

Recommendations from local librarians and book experts.

My Kid Spends Money as Fast as He Gets It

How do you get a child to understand the importance of saving? Our expert weighs in.

Meet Meg Cypress

Colorado’s 2019 Teacher of the Year shares a few of her classroom secrets.

Thumbs In!

One dad’s inner turmoil about his daughter’s self-soothing habit.

4 Winter Thrills for Adrenaline Seeking Families

Elitch Gardens might be closed for the season, but these ice-cold thrill rides await families at mountain resorts.

5 Ways To Hush the Holiday Rush

How to Maintain Family Rules During the Holidays

My kids spend a lot of time questioning our family rules and pushing the limits during the holiday season. How can I address this? Our expert weighs in.