What Age Can a Child Be Out Without a Parent?
The Japanese docu-series “Old Enough!” follows children ages 2 to 5 as they navigate the city on their own. The kids toddle to the...
Playing Pretend with Imaginary Athletes
It’s common for children to have imaginary friends, and the nature of those friends can vary based on their interests. For young athletes, those...
Fund for Educational Excellence: Sense of Belonging Key to Student Success
A new report from the Baltimore-based nonprofit Fund for Educational Excellence has found that when students feel they are part of their school’s community,...
3 School Morning Routines For Families
Getting all your children ready for school can be a hassle, but planning a routine in advance can save you a lot of stress...
The Best Tips for Back-to-School Prep
Don’t look now, school is just around the corner. The dog days of summer are here: Kids are enjoying lazy days at the pool,...
When Should Kids Take a Sick Day From School?
With the autumn chill beginning to set in and winter on its way, it’s important to make sure that our children don’t fall ill...
How To Prepare Kids for Fall Sports Tryouts
Schools typically host tryouts for their sports teams in August, so now is a great time for your young athlete to prepare if they...
Work in Progress: Summer Jobs for 5 Age Groups
Summer will be here before we know it, and kids of all ages will have lots of time on their hands. They could—and certainly...
How Can I Get My Children To Play Together?
🎲 When you have multiple children, it can be tough to get them to cooperate and make nice while playing. But through activities the whole family can enjoy and keeping your kids engaged, you can promote peaceable play and create long-lasting memories.
🧸 How have you gotten your children to play together?
3 Simple Ways To Set Kids Up for Lifelong Healthy Habits This Year
by Dr. John Stutts, M.D., MPH
With kids back in school, many parents are focused on getting them set up for success with new backpacks...















