7 ways music benefits your child's brain
Research underscores how playing an instrument bolsters kids' academic, social, and emotional lives.
How to choose a middle school (and how not to)
These three expert tips will help you make the best middle school choice for your child.
5 ways to reduce test anxiety
Does your child get stressed about taking standardized tests? Follow this checklist to help ease their worries.
Why boys fail in school
He's gifted and once loved learning. Somewhere along the way, my boy slipped through the educational cracks and nearly out of school. Is it too late to save him?
7 ways to raise a financially literate child
With schools focused on core subjects, there isn't a lot of room for teaching financial literacy. If you want your child to be smart about money, it's up to you.
10 tips to help your teen get smart about tests
Here's how you can help your child succeed on tests and make sure that tests are tools for learning at school.
Playing superhero is normal for little ones 鈥� within limits
Preschoolers love tapping into their inner superhero. Here's how to keep it from promoting aggressive behavior.
Optimism and motivation: keys to your child's success
Two psychologists describe the inborn optimism and motivation that drive children to learn and develop 鈥� and how you can nurture those traits.
Quit or carry on: when should you let your child give up?
Parents have different rules when their child makes a commitment. Here's what to consider when your child says they're done with something.
How to tell if your child is happy at preschool
Is your child having problems at school? Find out the warning signs.
How to assess your child's SEL: tools and insights
Discover valuable insights and tools for assessing your child's social-emotional learning (SEL) journey. Gain a deeper understanding of your child's emotional intelligence.
Understanding SEL 鈥� A parent's guide to social-emotional learning
Discover the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) for your child's development. Learn what SEL is, why it matters, and how to support it at home.
Resources for parents to nurture SEL at home
Discover a wealth of resources to support your child's social-emotional learning (SEL) journey at home. From books and worksheets to online tools, find everything you need.
Fun activities and lessons to support your child's SEL
Discover engaging social-emotional learning (SEL) activities and lessons for children of all ages. Use these ideas to strengthen your child's emotional intelligence while having fun together.
How to help your child resolve friendship issues
Friendships are crucial to a child's development. Challenges are inevitable. Discover how to help your child deal with conflict and have more positive social interactions.
I found sexting on my child's phone
Help your child understand the risks of everything they share online, including sexting.
I'm worried my child is drinking alcohol or using illegal drugs
Parents have more influence than you think on tween and teen drinking and drug use. If you suspect your child may be using alcohol or drugs, talk about it. Here's where to start.
My child is unhappy with their body
Try to help your child identify the feelings behind their dissatisfaction.
My child acts unmotivated unless I'm hovering over them or disciplining them
Lack of motivation in a child means something different. This way you can find out what's behind the disinterest.
My child tries to negotiate every request I make
If it seems like your child argues with you about everything, try teaching him to negotiate instead of arguing.
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