COVID-19 Archives - Ann Arbor Family

Common Cold or Flu vs. COVID

Mary Rose Kulczak - November 16, 2021

Sniffles, sneezes, coughs and sore throats. Cold and flu season has arrived, but with an added symptom: COVID anxiety. How can parents and caregivers...

Remote Learning: Pros and Cons in Ann Arbor Public Schools

Donna Iadipaolo - January 20, 2021

There have been plenty of ups and downs to remote learning. Here is what students, teachers, and faculty says works and what doesn't.

Pregnancy During a Pandemic: What You Need to Know

Mary Rose Kulczak - December 22, 2020

Everyone was blindsided by the pandemic, especially expecting moms. Here's how UM is handling pregnancy in a pandemic.

At-Home Activities That Build Life Skills

Aislinn McKeown and Paula Miller - December 18, 2020

As the weather gets colder and families anticipate spending more time at home, parents have asked us how to keep their Kindergarten-aged children busy...

Juggling Between Work Life and Home Schooling

Mary Rose Kulczak - August 28, 2020

You ordered storage systems from The Container Store. You perused the IKEA catalog for desks and chairs. You purchased files and folders and notebooks...

75 Local and Global Virtual Activities for Kids

Miranda Keskes - August 28, 2020

Looking for some certainty in these uncertain times? You can count on this list of 75 local and global virtual activities for kids and families!

Parenting During COVID-19: Helpful Tips and Resources

Christina-Marie Sears - July 28, 2020

Have you been struggling under the weight of parenting this summer? If so, you are not alone. I’ve always been very determined to “parent...

The Coronavirus: Going to the Dogs

Lynly Williams - July 21, 2020

In a time when families are spending most of their days at home, adopting a new pet has emerged as a trend. The appeal...

When Life (and COVID-19) Gives You Lemons, Start a Lemonade Business

Mary Rose Kulczak - July 17, 2020

The lemonade stand is an iconic summertime staple, giving children a chance to earn a little cash for necessities like ice cream cones and...

COVID-19 Testing Locations in Washtenaw County

Mishal Charania - July 8, 2020

As COVID-19 testing continues, multiple clinics and hospitals in Washtenaw County are offering testing. Testing methods include nasal swab and blood draw options but...

Finding Nemo: Skyline Robotics, Band, Coding, and the Future

Donna Iadipaolo - June 22, 2020

Nemo Neiburger talks robotics, band, coding, and the future as a graduating senior. Find out what this Skyline Senior says about his high school experience.