It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.More >
It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.More >
Parents can play a key role in helping their children transition successfully from middle school to the more complex and challenging environment of high school.More >
Parents can play a key role in helping their children transition successfully from middle school to the more complex and challenging environment of high school.More >
You're still sitting on the beach, but unfinished summer projects for school -- posters, reading assignments, essays -- loom large. Here's how to make the job less painful.More >
You're still sitting on the beach, but unfinished summer projects for school -- posters, reading assignments, essays -- loom large. Here's how to make the job less painful.More >
During summer vacation, kids can experience a month or more of learning loss. As a parent, you can halt the summer brain drain and give your kids the brain boost they need to prepare them for the upcoming school year.More >
During summer vacation, kids can experience a month or more of learning loss. As a parent, you can halt the summer brain drain and give your kids the brain boost they need to prepare them for the upcoming school year.More >
Each year, more than 200,000 children go to U.S. hospital emergency rooms with injuries associated with playground equipment. Use this simple checklist to help make sure your school playground is a safe place to play.More >
Like most parents, you probably have rules for how your children should deal with strangers, and how far from home they're allowed to travel. It's important to make similar rules for your children's Internet use and to be aware of their online activities. More >
Too many of our young people are caught up in conflicts every day that they do not know how to manage -- teasing, jealousy, and physical aggression. Teaching youth how to manage conflict in a productive way can help reduce incidents of violent behavior. More >
There are many options for school-age child care. Each offers advantages and disadvantages, and none is right for all children under all circumstances. Here are some things to watch for when choosing child care for your child. More >
Medical exemptions for vaccinations can compromise group immunity and pose a threat to children and others who really should not be immunized due to underlying health conditions.More >
Medical exemptions for vaccinations can compromise group immunity and pose a threat to children and others who really should not be immunized due to underlying health conditions.More >
Peer pressure continues to prompt high school students to light up because popular teens tend to smoke and they induce others to take up the habit in an effort to fit in and be liked.More >
Peer pressure continues to prompt high school students to light up because popular teens tend to smoke and they induce others to take up the habit in an effort to fit in and be liked.More >
Hot weather can cause problems – even for healthy individuals. Any type of training in heat and humidity can put children and teens at risk of heat exhaustion and, in extreme cases, circulatory collapse or heat stroke.More >
It’s easy to make sure kids eat breakfast. Just keep breakfast foods on hand and keep them in convenient spots for kids to grab! - 10 quick, nutritious breakfastsMore >
Looking for something besides that boring old sandwich to pack in your child's lunch? Try some fun (yet nutritious) alternatives to spice up your child's lunchbox! More >
Research shows that children are more open to tasting new foods when they help prepare them. Let your kids help out in the kitchen with these easy to make recipes. More >
More families are turning to snacks for quick-meal solutions. Try these delicious suggestions that are sure to suit a range of snacking occasions for you and your kids. More >
Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.More >
Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.More >
It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.More >
It can cost $500 to get an elementary school student ready for class, and twice that for a high school student. Here are some ways to lower that number.More >
While parents spend about $600 a year per child in back-to-school purchases, pet parents will find it far less expensive to outfit their pooch for training classes or doggie day care. But as with any kind of shopping, it pays to research and compare before making your purchasing decisions. More >
Not sure exactly what to buy for that first year at school away from home? Check out our list of essentials... what you need for you dorm room AND what will make everything more fun. More >
Not sure exactly what to buy for that first year at school away from home? Check out our list of essentials... what you need for you dorm room AND what will make everything more fun.More >
According to the National Retail Federation, parents spent an average of $443.77 last year on back-to-school supplies. Here's how to make the most of that money.More >
According to the National Retail Federation, parents spent an average of $443.77 last year on back-to-school supplies. Here's how to make the most of that money.More >
½ cup butter or margarine 2 cups uncooked macaroni (mini-shells are always a hit) ¼ cup minced onion 1 tsp salt ½ tsp dry mustard ½ tsp white pepper 1½ cups water ¾ cup skim milk 2 cupsMore >
