Sara Bennett: "I hate homework!"
If your elementary schooler is unhappy about her nightly workload, the author of "The Case Against Homework" says it's OK to do the unimaginable.
Coping with homework horrors
7 helpful tips for tackling homework with a minimum of tears.
Digital parenting guide
You don't have to be a tech whiz to help your child safely explore the digital wilderness 鈥� or to avoid these six common pitfalls. Our guide can show you the way.
Free Summer Survival Guide
If you're heading out on family vacation, take along our Summer Survival Guide, packed with puzzles, games, and learning fun. A first aid kit for boredom on wheels!
Internet safety for kids
Keep your child safe online by following these important guidelines.
Jinx the kindergarten jitters
Prepare your kindergartner for the start of school with activities, stories, and just plain talk about the exciting journey ahead.
Why I cyberstalk my teens
One tech fanatic sets her kids free online and then spies on them relentlessly. Is this the right way to parent in the digital age?
Best and worst back-to-school purchases
GreatSchools readers list the best and worst back-to-school purchases they've ever made.
Tips on clothes shopping with your tween or teen
Back-to-school shopping with your tween or teen can be fun and educational if you start with a plan.
Packing for college
Help your high school graduate pack for dorm life with this handy list of needs.
Tween and teens brains
Kids understand that to get stronger, they need to work their muscles with regular exercise. Teach them the brain is like a muscle that can also be "worked out."
All about the teacher
When it comes to the quality of a child's education, a strong teacher can make all the difference in the world.
Switch schools or stay?
When her kindergartner is unhappy at school, one mother grapples with transferring her to a new school versus sticking it out.
Private school vs. public school
Some differences between public and private schools are obvious. But deciding what's right for your child entails shedding light on the subtle distinctions many parents ignore.
School enrollment requirements
Find out what information you need to enroll in public, charter, and private schools.
10 tips for getting the most out of homework
End homework battles! You can help your child take control of their homework load and get the most benefit from their assignments.
Readers' bright ideas: Homework help
GreatSchools' readers share their ideas for avoiding battles on the homefront over homework.
How to prepare your child for preschool
Six ways to ease your child's transition into preschool.
Help your child eat a healthy lunch
When your child goes back to school you can't guarantee she will eat healthy food in her lunch every day, but there's a lot you can do to steer her in the right direction.
Countdown to the first day of school
The earlier you start preparing, the less crazy your household will be as the first day of school approaches.
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