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Throw a Peanut Butter and Jelly Party!

Celebrate the classically delicious combo of peanut butter and jelly by throwing a PB&J Party! With tons of nutty and fun ideas, your party is sure to be a hit!

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Sustainability Made Simple

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Sustainability Made Simple

Families are increasingly striving to lead a more natural, sustainable lifestyle. Want to take living green to the next level?

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Preschool Math: All Sorts of Sorting!

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Preschool Math: All Sorts of Sorting!

Sorting and classifying objects helps children begin to notice how items are alike and different, and creates an awareness that is vital for math learning.

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A Parent's Guide to Twitter

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A Parent's Guide to Twitter

In the world of tweets, pokes, and chats, how can you make sure that your child is social networking savvy? Here's what parents should know about Twitter.

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Choosing a Preschool: What to Consider

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Choosing a Preschool: What to Consider

Just how important is preschool? As it turns out, very. Here's what you need to know about choosing a preschool.

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Preschools of Thought: What Are the Different Preschool Philosophies?

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Preschools of Thought: What Are the Different Preschool Philosophies?

Do your child's preschool prospects make you feel like a babe in the woods? Here's the scoop on three of the most popular preschool pedagogies around.

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Grooming Green Thumbs (and Green Eaters!)

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Grooming Green Thumbs (and Green Eaters!)

If you're like most parents, getting your kids to eat their vegetables is a tall order. Here's a unique approach that just might get the job done.

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Glorious Goop!

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Glorious Goop!

Unlike most adults, kids love to get their hands dirty. With this recipe, you can stew up their favorite fingerpaint colors, right in your own kitchen!

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LEGOLAND: They Have Built It, You Should Come

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LEGOLAND: They Have Built It, You Should Come

Especially geared for kids aged 3-10, LEGOLAND has more Legos than you can shake a stick at – 30 million bricks to be exact.

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Can Diet Affect Autism?

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Can Diet Affect Autism?

For parents of autistic children, the decision behind what to serve is a tough one.

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Make History Fun

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Make History Fun

For some kids, history is just plain 'boring.' But it doesn't have to be that way. Here are a few ways to bring this great subject to life, on the fly.

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The Low-down on Stuttering

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The Low-down on Stuttering

What do you do when your child's words tumble out in a fumbling mishmash? Here are some tips and resources to help parents help their stuttering children.

Preschool

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When I Grow Up ...

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When I Grow Up ...

What does your little one dream of becoming? A cowboy? A ballerina? What do these "when I grow up" fantasies mean?

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Don't Cover the Pictures!

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Don't Cover the Pictures!

Is your child "reading" by looking at the pictures for clues? Should parents be concerned this isn't "real" reading? Of course not!

Kindergarten

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Even Preschoolers Sweat the Small Stuff

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Even Preschoolers Sweat the Small Stuff

Is your preschooler stressed? How to recognize the myriad pressures children experience and help your little one remain calm.

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Crazy for Dinosaurs? 13 Songs to Try Now

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Crazy for Dinosaurs? 13 Songs to Try Now

Is your kid crazy for dinosaurs? Is that driving you a little crazy? Here are some fun dino-themed tunes for kids (and parents) to enjoy.

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Argument or Bullying?

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Argument or Bullying?

Is your child being bullied or is there another side to his story? Practical parenting tips to help your child navigate conflict and avoid bullies.

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Keeping Struggling Readers Positive

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Keeping Struggling Readers Positive

Learning to read isn't exactly intuitive. It takes hard work. How to help your child with the bumps and hiccups along the way.

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Teaching Kids to Give Thanks

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Teaching Kids to Give Thanks

Even if you're content to whip off an email of appreciation for your own gifts, consider teaching your child the art of the thank-you card.

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Teaching Science While Smelling the Flowers

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Teaching Science While Smelling the Flowers

With just a few ordinary household items, you can make a creative flower bouquet together--and have a great time learning about plant biology in the process!

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Sugar and Spice: Why Rhyme Is So Nice

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Sugar and Spice: Why Rhyme Is So Nice

As kooky as some childhood rhymes are, they may actually have a serious role in child development. Here's how to use rhyme to help kids learn to read.

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Bright vs. Gifted: Is There a Difference?

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Bright vs. Gifted: Is There a Difference?

We've all seen those bumper stickers: My Child is an Honor Student at (fill in the blank) School. Okay, we get it. She's smart. But is she gifted?

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Parenting a Spirited Child

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Parenting a Spirited Child

A parent often finds herself with a child whose temperament feels foreign and frustrating. Practical parenting advice on handling your spirited child.

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Can Kindness Be Taught?

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Can Kindness Be Taught?

Is kindness quaint? Why taking time out to teach your children "random acts of kindness" is so important.

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Bookmark It!: Preserve Family Memories a Little Bit Longer

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Bookmark It!: Preserve Family Memories a Little Bit Longer

Rare is the parent who doesn't want mementos of every stage of their child's development. But is scrapbooking the only way? Why not try making bookmarks?

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