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Rad Interactive Books for Creative Kids

by ParentCo.

Forget what you know about books. These take the format to a whole new awesome level.

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To Build Your Child's Emotional Intelligence, Try These Phrases

by Parent Co

As a parent, you are your child’s first teacher—responsible for their introduction not only to STEAM subjects, but also for helping them develop emotional intelligence.

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How to see this year's Perseid meteor shower with your kids

by ParentCo.

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How Smartphone Addiction Is Affecting Teens' Brains

by ParentCo.

A recent study found that being addicted to smartphones creates a chemical imbalance in the brain linked to depression and anxiety in young people.

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6 Rewards Schools Could Use to Motivate Introverted Kids

by ParentCo.

My son’s school offered a special incentive to encourage students to use their online learning program during the holiday break.

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Learning

The Upside of Lying

by ParentCo.

“Did you just feed the dog broccoli? The broccoli I told you to eat before you could have dessert?”

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The Importance of Offering Children an Intergenerational Identity

by ParentCo.

Children who have what is called an intergenerational identity feel more in control of their lives, according to research by Dr. Marshall Duke and Dr. Robyn Fivush from Emory University.

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Kid Made Recipe: Simple Noodle Soup

by ParentCo.

Delicious, wholesome, and we swear it’ll cure a winter cold. Ok, maybe not, but it is comfort food at it’s best. You need this warm and cozy recipe in your back pocket for winter.

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Learning

Could Mothers Have a Hand in Influencing Their Teens to Take STEM Courses?

by Angela Repke

According to recent findings a mother’s communication with her children can increase the likelihood of them taking math and science (MS) courses.

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Kid Made Recipe: Raspberry White Hot Chocolate

by ParentCo.

Winter is in full effect! Switch up your apres-snow play game with this Raspberry White Hot Chocolate. You’ll never go back to the boxed mix again!

Learning

Research Confirms Gendered Toys Help Create Inequality

by ParentCo.

The findings support previous research that has highlighted the strong influence of gender labels such as "for boys" or "for girls."

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Learning

4 Parent Myths About College Admissions

by Laura Owens

But there’s a few general parent misperceptions swirling about that are worth correcting.

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Learning

Does Your Home Feel Imperfect? Congratulations, You’ve Mastered an Ancient Japanese Aesthetic

by Pam Moore

You don’t have to hire a decorator or scour the internet for ideas, products, or advice to create a wabi-sabi infused home.

little girl making dough for homemade cookies with her father

Learning

How to Rekindle Your Kid’s Love of Learning When Motivation Wanes

by ParentCo.

Many children lose their intrinsic love of learning once they start school. So, how do you rekindle your child’s love of learning?

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Learning

Seven Cost-Free Ways to Foster School Readiness

by ParentCo.

Here are seven ways to nourish childhood and, at the same time, help your child be ready for school.

Learning

An Unexpected Threat of False Teeth

by Vicki Wilson

Around five or six, your teeth start falling out and everyone makes a fuss again.

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Learning

In Defense of Describing Your Kid’s Age in Months Until College (Or at Least Preschool)

by ParentCo.

The stages of development don’t care about calendar years. They happen in quick succession, and some things change every single day.

Learning

Kid Made Recipe: Sweet Potato Fried Rice

by ParentCo.

In 2018 we’re aiming to get our teenager cooking family dinner once a week - solo! This awesome fried rice is a great recipe for big kids to try out.

Learning

The Sneaky Science Behind Your Kid’s Tech Obsessions

by ParentCo.

Son won't turn off his video game? Daughter obsessed with "likes" on Instagram? It may not be entirely their fault.

playful little girl sitting on bed with book

Learning

How to Foster Your Son's Love of Reading

by ParentCo.

Boys are less apt to develop a love of reading and statistically score lower on reading tests. How can we better support them?

Learning

Could Daycare Surveillance Actually Be a Bad Thing?

by Fiona Tapp

More and more childcare facilities are investing in software that allows parents to log in and watch their kids in real time. Could there be drawbacks?