Why is it called the 'L' train? This Curious Chicago Kids guide helps parents explain the city’s iconic ride to their little explorers.

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Discover Illinois’s priciest home markets, a ranking of the most expensive cities to buy in across the Chicago metro.

Help your child become a confident reader with CPL’s Jump Into Reading initiative, offering free resources, events and ...

“Curious Chicago Kids” is a new Chicago Parent series that helps families explore the city and answer kids’ curious questions ...

Top tutoring centers in Chicago for math, test prep, writing and more—options for every age, level and learning style.

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