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Why sponge painting is a great way to kickstart imagination

Here's why sponge painting is great for your little one's development.
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Chess for kids: Why this is a fantastic activity for your 7-year-old

There's a great reason why kids should learn chess.
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What to do when your kids are bored at home

Keeping your children busy doesn’t have to be very involved on your part! Here are some suggested activities your kids can do when they’re bored.
A mom and toddler playing a game in the living room.

How to teach a toddler to be patient (yes, it’s possible!)

Try these 4 activities to teach your toddler about patience.
Mother and daughter talking.

How to deal with a lying kid — try these simple techniques

Sometimes, kids lie — and here are techniques on how to handle it.
Little boy drawing in an art book with colored pencils

6 creative YouTubers who can teach your 6-year-old to draw

Drawing is a skill anyone can learn. These six YouTubers teach kids how to draw.
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How to teach your child to tie shoes using YouTube videos

These five YouTube videos will help your child learn to tie their shoes.
Group of teens using smartphones.

Social media for teenagers: 6 ways it can boost self-esteem (seriously!)

Social media is a powerful communication tool for teens. With your guidance, they can receive personal confidence and development from it
Father talking with son at park

The right ways to correct a child who mispronounces words

The first years of a child’s life are filled with learning new words. it is important to take active steps for your child’s verbal growth
Mother talking to her teenage daughter.

How to be a great parent to a teenage girl

During a girl's teen years, a healthy parent-child relationship is more important than ever. We have useful tips on how to survive puberty
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7 great kids’ books featuring LGBTQ+ characters to add to your child’s bookshelf

Millions of children have LGBTQ+ family members or are LGBTQ+ themselves. We list kids' picture books featuring LGBTQ+ characters.
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The best Juneteenth books middle schoolers will want to read

These are the best Juneteenth books for tweens that they will want to read.
A child holding up a whiteboard that says, "Hello, my pronouns are"

Expert advice: Gender identity terms, explained in a way a grade-schooler can understand

Gender identity definitions can be confusing for kids. Experts offer their best advice for discussing gender with your child.
Five kids reading on a bench outside.

4 best Juneteenth picture books to teach kids about the holiday

We list the best Juneteenth picture books that can teach kids about the holiday.
Parents talking to teenager

4 best ways to show your LGBTQ teen you support them, according to the experts

We discuss ways to show your LGBTQ teen that you support them.
Parents watching TV with their teen daughter

4 great Netflix movies to stream with your teen this Juneteenth

Looking for movies to watch on Juneteenth? Netflix has great options.
Kids using science kits

5 easy science lessons for kids any parent can teach in a pinch this summer

Try these science lessons if you have exhausted your science curriculum for the year.
Toddlers playing in a sensory bin of rice

4 best sensory activities your toddler needs this summer for preschool-readiness

These sensory activities will help ensure your toddler is ready for preschool.
Child playing with colored numbers

How to get your kid to like math in 3 easy steps (yes, it’s that easy)

Teaching kids math? How to get them to like math instead of hate it in three easy steps.
Preschooler giving her teacher a present

5 inventive ways to pamper your kid’s teacher at the end of this school year

This school year was a doozy. Pamper your kid's teacher with these over-the-top ideas.
Young children playing a game at day care

Those silly day care games kids play are secretly getting them ready for school

Parents may be surprised that these day care games actually help prepare kids for school in the fall.
Preschoolers having fun in gym class

10 essential social skills your preschooler needs to learn now

These social skills activities for preschoolers are crucial for toddlers to learn before their school years.
Young kid watering the garden outdoors

10 outdoor chores that teach school-age kids responsibility

Chores help kids gain a sense of responsibility. They can do these 10 outdoor jobs safely.
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How to safely teach your toddler to ski

How to safely teach your toddler to ski, a great outdoor activity
A parent teaching a toddler girls how to tie her sneaker

A complete guide on how to get your toddler to start tying their own shoes

A guide on how to help your toddler start tying their own shoes
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8 simple steps that’ll help teach your toddler to read

8 simple steps for helping you teach your toddler to read
Happy toddler sitting down.

How to teach a toddler to write their letters correctly

Here are tips for how to teach a toddler to write correctly.
A mom and toddler playing a game in the living room.

6 amazing and fun math games for toddlers that really work

Try these six math games to make learning fun for your toddler.
A father having a talk with his son.

How to teach empathy to kids

Here are some tips on how you can teach kids empathy.
A teenager reading a book on a dock

The 5 best motivational books for teens you can get for $15 or less

Does your teen need a little inspiration? These five books can help change their perspective and motivate positive change.
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6 ways to teach kids to be kind to animals

Here are 6 ways to teach your children to be kind to animals.
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Play these family word games at your next family game night

Try these fun family word games for your next family game night
Family capturing moment with iphone 13 camera

Why the new iPhone 13 camera features make it a must have for families

IPhone camera gives families easier memories with the touch of a button.
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How to teach your 5-year-old kindness

Here's how to teach your five-year-old about the concepts of kindness.
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3 apps that help kids excel in math

Here are 3 apps that help kids with their math skills.
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4 kindness activities for kids that will show them how to treat others

These 4 kindness activities for kids will show them how to treat others.
Young girl having fun cooking in the kitchen

How to get kids cooking in the kitchen

Cooking is a life skill and here's how to get kids cooking in the kitchen
Grade school children doing a science experiment.

4 amazing science podcasts your 4th grader will love

These are the best science podcasts for 4th graders.
Chicken and vegetables

5 600-calorie dinner ideas your family will love

Families will love these 5 dinners all under 600 calories.
Girl reading under tree

8 literacy games for kids that will encourage them to read

These 5 literacy games for kids are perfect for encouraging them to love reading
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6 educational YouTubers your tween will love

6 educational YouTubers for tweens that they'll love
Toddler girl using educatinal app on smartphone

5 best toddler educational apps that are actually useful

These five toddler educational apps are perfect for learning.
Young girl is having difficulty reading a book

How to make reading fun when your kid is having trouble

Learn how to make reading fun for a kid who is having trouble.
Teen girl moving into college

7 skills to teach teens before they head off to college

Don't drop your teen off at the dorm without teaching these essential life skills.
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Spring cleaning 101: How to clean a TV

This is the best way to clean your television when you're doing spring cleaning.
dad and son doing some back to school shopping

Save on back-to-school supplies with these great life hacks

Here's how to save money on back to school supplies.
kindergarten girl shopping for a backpack for school

5 back-to-school essentials your kindergartener needs

Everything your kindergartener needs for the first day of school
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The best educational video games for fourth graders

These video games are fun and educational for kids.
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Teaching toddlers colors should be fun – here’s how

Here are fun tips for teaching toddlers to recognize colors.
Teen enjoying a summer read in the park

5 books your teen should read on summer break

Keep teens reading over summer break with these engaging titles.