Does saying “don’t tattle” send kids the wrong message?
We want kids to learn to work things out on their own instead of coming to us with every problem. But does teaching kids not to tell encourage dishonesty?
12 tips for raising truthful kids
Parents rate honesty as the quality they most want to teach their children. We asked the experts for their best advice for raising honest kids.
Everybody hates homework
Skip the homework drama and remember it's about the process, not the product.
10 tips to boost 6th grade math skills
Try these fun ways to boost your child's sixth grade math skills — without a worksheet or textbook in sight.
As screen time goes up, grades go down
Study shows that as children's screen time goes up, their grades fall.
When boys go silent
What makes teen boys stop talking — and how concerned should you be?
When teens lie (because they all do!)
Teenage lying is nearly universal — and developmentally appropriate. So how can you build a trusting relationship with your adolescent child?
Sharing hard truths in your family history
When your family history includes tragedy or difficult, even unspeakable hardship, sharing those moments with your child can connect them to their own resilience.
Helping your child beat decision fatigue
Our ability to make intelligent decisions declines after making lots of them. Help your child preserve their decision-making energy for the choices that count.
Little white lies
Has your child heard you tell any of these “harmless” fibs? Experts say you may be teaching your child that lying is okay.
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