Frederick's Child Magazine

Zoe Mack, a 9-year-old entrepreneur from Urbana Highlands, is set to serve her product at a New York gala this Sunday. Her brand, Zoe’s Pink Lemonade Soda, is made for all to enjoy—but especially with kids like Zoe in mind, given its kid-centric gift packs, vibrant colors and plushies. It’s a dream that came together almost by accident. It all …

By Arlene Atkins Children and cats: Hearing these words together, your first instinct might be to say to yourself, “Nope, not a good combination!” I understand that reaction, I really do. BUT, stick with me a couple minutes…. In addition to the joy that comes from bonding with a pet, the benefits your child will receive from loving and caring …

With many summer camps closing their registration period only a few months into the year, you might be feeling the pressure to narrow down camp choices, but too many options can make it difficult. What if your child doesn’t find their niche? Day and overnight camps are dedicated to offering a large variety of activities in order to appeal to …

Some of the most dramatic brain development occurs during the first three years of a child’s life. During this critical time children are acquiring their ability to think, speak, learn, and reason. According to the US Department of Education, the best way to nurture these young minds is to read aloud to them—even as an infant. Research has shown that …