Pre-School Directory Listings – 2018
Birmingham Parent’s Little Learners Directory 2018
Recent Articles
Pint-Sized Pursuits: Enrichment Activities for the Preschool Crowd
Learn how providing extracurricular activities for your preschooler can encourage their natural curiosity and love of learning.
Announcing the Birmingham Parent 2018 Family Favorites Award Winners
AND THE WINNERS ARE…
10 Ways to Make Caregiver Drop Off Easier
“Don’t leave me! NO! Please! Mommy! Mommy, don’t go!” Sound familiar? Separation anxiety is a normal part of child development. Here are some tips to help alleviate your child’s anxiety.
Two Seniors From Shelby County Graduate Among Alabama’s Best and Brightest
The Alabama School of Mathematics and Science (ASMS) will confer high school diplomas upon 80 graduating seniors on May 25, sending into the world one of the most talented senior classes in recent history.
Record Number of UAB Students and Alumni Have Been Selected for the Prestigious Fulbright Student Program
Six University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) students have been named to an elite group that includes heads of state, CEOs and Nobel Prize winners.
Alabama Department of Education Gives Students Free Summer Access to Fuel Education Solutions
K – 12 students across the state can engage with online reading and learning activities all summer long!
McWane Science Center to Participate in Blue Star Museums Program This Summer
McWane Science Center is one of more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense.
Childhood Trauma Triggers
Rachel Ashcraft, an occupational therapist with Child Play Therapy in Birmingham, specializes in childhood trauma triggers.
Parents Can Enjoy a Relaxing Beach Getaway at the Henderson
The Henderson, a Salamander® Beach & Spa Resort in Destin is everything you want in a family beach vacation.
Stress Less & Party More: 40 Birthday Fun Zones Away From Home
A list of 40 birthday party venues that often host parties away from home.
A Festive Mess: 17 Creative Birthday Activities For An Unforgettable Party
A list of 17 indoor and outdoor children’s birthday party ideas that won’t break the bank!
Georgia’s Barnsley Resort is a Haven for Family Fun
A short 2½-hour drive from Birmingham, Barnsley Resort is located on 3,000 sprawling acres in Adairsville. This grand Southern estate offers a unique setting in north Georgia with a strong outdoor appeal as well as fabulous culinary creations, cottages, a new boutique inn, a spa and so much more! Perfect for couples looking to unplug and reconnect, Barnsley Resort also has all the makings of the perfect family getaway.
Alabama Splash Adventure’s New Season Brings Great New Things
Alabama Splash Adventure opened for the summer season on May 19 with the largest expansion in park history.
2018 Birthday Party Directory
2018 Birthday Party Directory sponsored by Birthdaysinbirmingham.com.
Celebrating Dads: Ten Things We Didn’t Know about Fatherhood
We’ve all seen the professional athlete, who after spending thousands of hours of practice as a kid in the backyard with his dad, says “Hi Mom!” to the camera while being interviewed on TV. For years, our fathers have taken a backseat to their female partners, giving her the special recognition in place of his own.
5 Things to Know About Parents of Children with Special Needs
My husband and I adopted our daughter when she was nine years old. She has a long list of mental health diagnoses. We quickly discovered that parenting a special needs child results in the whole family having a special set of needs.
The Birmingham Zoo’s Annual ZooRun was a Roaring Success
Over 500 people came out to the Birmingham Zoo’s 2018 ZooRun. Partnering with the Global Conservation Corps (GCC) organization, funds raised through registering for the ZooRun are being used to fund a future ranger’s program and a rhino orphanage, both of which are initiatives of the GCC.
Vulcan Celebrates His 114th Birthday on June 3rd; Boost Kids Fun Run Added to This Year’s Event!
For 114 years, Vulcan, the world’s largest cast iron statute has stood atop Red Mountain as a unifying symbol for generations past and present. Come help Vulcan blow out the candles on his cake at his big Birthday Bash on June 3 from 12 – 4 p.m.!
Hoover Student Was Recently Honored For Outstanding Volunteer Service at Award Presentation
A local 8th grader received recognition as a Distinguished Finalist for Alabama in the prestigious 2018 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards.