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Debate Club: Should Kids Attend Half- or Full-Day Kindergarten?

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Two Parent Co. writers face off about how long the school day should be for kindergartners.

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How to Raise Scientifically Literate Kids

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What can we do as parents to raise children who view information through a realistic, scientific approach? Let's start here.

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10 Simple Ways to Raise Happy Artists

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If your children have an interest in art, here are 10 ways to help them grow into artists without taking the fun out of their art. Art is valuable to every kid.

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Taking Your Kids to an Art Museum is Not a Terrible Idea

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Art museums are packed with opportunities for learning and inspiring creativity. But they aren't always easy to navigate with kids.

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9 Books to Help Ease Your Kid's Fear of Dogs

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Since it's pretty clear my kids are not quite ready for a walking, barking, real-life dog, we read these books to help ease their fears.

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Kid Made Recipe: Brownie Cookie Pie

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Why choose between brownies and chocolate chip cookies when you can whip up this combo brownie cookie pie?

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5 Unexpected Gender Differences in Children’s Clothing

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Everyone knows that there are glaring differences between girls’ clothes and boys’ clothes. But the gap is even wider than I thought.

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5 Picture Books to Help Get Little Kids Interested in STEM

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These five picture books instill children (and parents) with excitement while exploring science, technology, engineering, and math concepts.

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Phonics Instruction Can Help Your Kids Learn How to Read

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Some educators and experts believe the phonics approach is old-fashioned and boring, impeding or even slowing down the learning process. But is it?

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5 Good Reasons Your Kid Should Get a Phone

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Why your elementary or middle schooler should, indeed, get a phone based on what we know about teaching and learning.

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Kid Made Recipe: Soup and Buscuits

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What could be better on a chilly school night than hearty soup and biscuits?

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Inside the Mind of a Mom With Social Phobia

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It's not as though I chose to be terrified of other people or want to bow out of most social events. But I'm learning to conquer the fear.

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Teaching Self-Control Is More Important Than Academics

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Recent studies have found that self-control is a better predictor of future success than I.Q. So how do we go about teaching our children self-control?

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3 Simple Exercises to Help Your Child Fall Asleep

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These simple strategies can help your kids get through the night with minimal yelling, crying, or frustration.

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10 Books to Help Children Understand Mental Illness

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While we want to shield our kids from concern, health professionals recommend educating kids and teens about mental illness. These books can help.

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Kid Made Recipe: Fruit Striped Sundae

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If your kids love ice cream, give these frozen fruit sundae treats a try. Super easy, and super delicious with just two ingredients!

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14 Classic Movies That Offer a Chance to Discuss Sexism

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As much as we love sharing classic movies with our kids, they tend to have plenty of old-fashioned gender roles. Be ready for discussions when viewing these.

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How to Raise Kids Who Love to Write

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How can we encourage children to write, and is it possible to make writing spontaneous and fun? Fortunately, there are several ways to achieve this goal.

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All Your House Is a Stage: Babyproofing as Safety Theater

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Babyproofing may offer more safety theater than actual safety.

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The Best Way to Help Your Kids With Their Homework Is to Make Them Do It Themselves

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Nearly half of all parents have done homework assignments for their kids. Make no mistake, it's not helpful at all.

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The Divine Poetry of Losing a Tooth

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Don't Worry! Homeschooling Your Kids Will Only Make Them as “Weird” as Everyone Else

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Of course there are differences between homeschooling and more traditional approaches to education. But the outcome doesn't necessarily vary.

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Technology Use Is Harming Your Kids' Sleep

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As electronics have become such a part of our daily lives, our kids spend more time watching screens than ever- a habit that comes at the cost of quality sleep.

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Welcome to Quinoa Acres - More Than a Preschool!

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