Articles

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!

Article

Sustainability Made Simple

Article

Sustainability Made Simple

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

Article

Preschool Math: All Sorts of Sorting!

Article

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.

Preschool

Article

A Parent's Guide to Twitter

Article

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.

Article

A Guide to Leveled Books

Article

A Guide to Leveled Books

What are "leveled readers" and how can they help your child? A brief introduction into the world of these special educational tools.

Kindergarten

Article

Twice Exceptional Children

Article

Twice Exceptional Children

Are they gifted or learning disabled? Maybe the answer is both.

Article

What Kind of Disciplinarian Are You?

Article

What Kind of Disciplinarian Are You?

While there is no one right method to deal with whining, back talk, or bad behavior, the approach you take can shape a child in subtle ways.

Article

How to Tame a Potty Mouth

Article

How to Tame a Potty Mouth

What to do when that verbose little one of yours shouts the "s-word" (or worse)? Parenting tips and tricks for dealing with a potty mouth.

Article

What Makes a Bully?

Article

What Makes a Bully?

Say the word "bully" and most people think of a thug. But what is the reality? Parents should be aware of the common myths surrounding bullying.

Article

5 Ways to Support an Emerging Reader

Article

5 Ways to Support an Emerging Reader

Find out what you really need to support your emerging reader.

Article

Learning Styles: Working With Strengths and Weaknesses

Article

Learning Styles: Working With Strengths and Weaknesses

Is your child primarily a visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learner? How to use your child's strengths to help them overcome their weaknesses.

Article

Teaching Tolerance

Article

Teaching Tolerance

Most experts agree that while children are curious about difference, they learn prejudice from others. Here are some parenting tips to help promote tolerance.

Kindergarten

Article

Albums to Tame the Savage Beast

Article

Albums to Tame the Savage Beast

Has your child outgrown lullabies? Here are some fun kids' CDs to calm the tyke who doesn't want to hear anymore "Skidamarink!"

Article

Cultivate Your Kid's Independence

Article

Cultivate Your Kid's Independence

Independence starts at home -- in your own kitchen and your own backyard. Here's how to set up your house to encourage it.

Article

5 Great Kids CDs You've Probably Never Heard

Article

5 Great Kids CDs You've Probably Never Heard

Looking for some new music? Really new music? Here are five self-distributed albums that are tremendous fun for the whole family.

Article

Goodbye Ritalin! Nonmedical Approaches to ADHD

Article

Goodbye Ritalin! Nonmedical Approaches to ADHD

There are almost always multiple ways to approach every health problem. And ADHD is no different.

Article

Everyday Strategies for Struggling Readers

Article

Everyday Strategies for Struggling Readers

Usually kids struggling with reading just need a little extra time. In the meantime, here some parenting tips that can help.

Article

Need a Family Vacation?

Article

Need a Family Vacation?

Are your family vacations in a rut? This year, why not try an arts vacation?

Article

How to Transform Your Picky Eater into a Food Fanatic

Article

How to Transform Your Picky Eater into a Food Fanatic

Here's how to turn your picky eater into a food connoisseur, and get some help in the kitchen while you're at it.

Article

Get Physical With Your Kids!

Article

Get Physical With Your Kids!

This is thought to be the first generation of children with a shorter lifespan than their parents. How do we turn this trend around?

Article

Testing 1,2,3: Evaluating a Child for Giftedness

Article

Testing 1,2,3: Evaluating a Child for Giftedness

With the overabundance of definitions, criteria, assessments and theories on what a gifted child is, how can a parent go about getting a proper assessment?

Article

Is Your Child Ready to Study Abroad?

Article

Is Your Child Ready to Study Abroad?

It's one thing to let your teenager sleep at a friend's house, another to let them travel halfway across the world. Is your child ready to study abroad?

Article

The Benefits of Team Sports

Article

The Benefits of Team Sports

Giving kids an excuse to exercise is reason enough to consider enrolling them in team sports. But there are other benefits: social, emotional, and physical.

Article

Great Birthday Gifts Under $25!

Article

Great Birthday Gifts Under $25!

The last thing parents want around the house is another plastic toy that gets thrown aside after a few uses. Why not give a gift that stands out?

Article

Make the Park Fun Again

Article

Make the Park Fun Again

Is your child losing interest in the park? Here are some fresh ideas for the fresh air.

Article

Log In

But first, we have to verify your age!

That's okay!

Are you 13 or older? Click here

Create Account

Forgot your password?

Reset Password Email Sent

Set/Reset Password

Tell us about yourself

I am a:

I'm interested in grades:

School name:

School Information (optional)