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Being Savvy: Activities, things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in Charleston, SC

Lionfish, tiger sharks and otters, oh my! Discovering the wilderness of the urban jungle

Fri
16
2008

Many of our out-of-town visitors have been surprised to learn that Charleston doesn't have a real zoo. (The state's large zoo, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden , is located about two hours away in Columbia.) However, that doesn't mean there is a shortage of wildlife to be found. With our coastal location and love of all things maritime, it makes sense that the best place for spotting animals in ... Read more >

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children's books about new beginnings

Mon
5
2009

Even at young ages, life is full of change. Dealing with all of that new can be a little stressful, though, and sometimes a story can help. Here are a few book picks for helping a child through a few of the big transitions that might be encountered during the preschool years. If a new baby is on the way... I'm Going to be a Big Sister / I'm Going to be a Big Brother by Brenda Bercun This is ... Read more >

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Nicole

Nicole never expected to live in the South, let alone on the coast, and still finds herself surprised to see the sailboats in the harbor and the surfboard in her laundry room. She's convinced that Charleston is one of the most charming cities in America, and spends her days exploring all it has to offer with her preschool daughter, infant son, and favorite camera in tow. A careful mix of...Read more >

SavvyPicks: A Few of Our Favorite Parenting Books

January
8
2009

Being the parent of a small child is nothing if not perplexing and ever challenging. Just when you think you've got the routine down, that little one decides to grow and change and test you -- so you need some new tricks, fast! Where do ...Read more >

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