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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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Can TV Teach Your Kid to Read?

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Can TV Teach Your Kid to Read?

Cliff Hanger, the long word freak-out, the Smarty-Pants Dance, those mysteriously-floating jewel-toned lips that teach about vowel sounds using jazzy riffs and beautiful harmonies; the list of things to love about PBS children's series Between the Lions goes on and on. The show is fun. But can it really teach kids to read?

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Turn Your Street Into a Classroom!

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Turn Your Street Into a Classroom!

Your preschooler is learning her letters and numbers, but she won't sit still and work with her magnetic alphabet. Clearly, she needs to burn some energy, but how might you get a little exercise for that little head in addition to that little body?

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Celebrate Black History Month

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Celebrate Black History Month

February is Black History Month. Whatever the color of your family's skin, it's a chance to celebrate the diversity of our American culture.

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Happy Birthday, Washington!

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Happy Birthday, Washington!

We've heard lots of rumors about George Washington - but who exactly was he? Here's a cheat sheet to the guy sitting pretty on your $1 bills.

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5 Tips to Help Your Kids Ace Their SAT Essay

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5 Tips to Help Your Kids Ace Their SAT Essay

Parenting a teenager has never been easy, but come SAT time, the road can get a little rocky. Here are some tips to help your child ace the SAT essay.

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It's Party Time! Steal These Kids' Birthday Ideas

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It's Party Time! Steal These Kids' Birthday Ideas

With these tips and tricks, you don't have to be Martha Stewart (or have her budget) to plan a birthday party that's a little more memorable.

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Attention Armchair Travelers: Need More Help Around the House?

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Attention Armchair Travelers: Need More Help Around the House?

If you can't grab a minute to read the paper, here's some news: a foreign au pair can be the perfect parenting and educational resource for you!

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Unconditional Love? A Valentine's Message

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Unconditional Love? A Valentine's Message

Valentine's Day reminds us that parenting and loving our kids requires willingness, patience, and practicing a few time-honored principles.

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Hollywood's Best Mom?

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Hollywood's Best Mom?

Tinseltown is crazy for statues - Emmys, Oscars, Golden Globes and the like. But who's at the top of the Best Mom list? Find out.

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How to Raise a Silver Palate

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How to Raise a Silver Palate

Did you know that dinnertime can be a great educational resource? Trying new foods can broaden kids' horizons help them experiment and discover the world.

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Not ADHD? Think Dyslexia

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Not ADHD? Think Dyslexia

Dyslexia is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed learning issues for school-age children. But the earlier it's diagnosed, the better. Here's what to look for:

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Teach the Power of the Postmark this Valentine's Day

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Teach the Power of the Postmark this Valentine's Day

For a great lesson in how the post office works, and a fun Valentine's Day idea, get your child's valentines stamped with love themed postmarks. Here's how.

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Is Your Child Gifted?

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Is Your Child Gifted?

Albert Einstein was 4 years old before he spoke a word, and 7 before he could read. Winston Churchill failed the 6th grade, and Leo Tolstoy flunked out of college. What do these three famous people have in common? Well, they're no dummies. In fact, they are all considered gifted, and in some cases, genius.

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The New 7 Wonders of the World

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The New 7 Wonders of the World

The idea of the Seven Wonders of the World has trickled down through the years. This July, a brand-spanking-new version will be unveiled in Lisbon.

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Smart Kids More Likely to Become Vegetarians?

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Smart Kids More Likely to Become Vegetarians?

Brainy 10-year-olds with high IQ scores may be more likely to give up meat. At least according to a study by researchers at England's University of Southampton.

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65% of Americans Spend More Time With Their Computers Than Their Spouses

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65% of Americans Spend More Time With Their Computers Than Their Spouses

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Get Your Kid a Passport... Pronto!

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Get Your Kid a Passport... Pronto!

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Give Storytime a New Twist

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Give Storytime a New Twist

Story-time is important. But it doesn't have to always mean sitting down with child and book in lap, and reading. Instead, try creating a story together.

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Put Pen to Paper: It's National Handwriting Day!

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Put Pen to Paper: It's National Handwriting Day!

What better day to remind your children of the importance of the handwritten word than today?

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First Teacher Astronaut Headed to Space!

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First Teacher Astronaut Headed to Space!

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1 out of 4 Teenagers Binge Drink

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1 out of 4 Teenagers Binge Drink

The official drinking age is 21, but a new study shows that almost half of high schoolers drink. Here's how parents can help their kids fight the temptation:

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