First Relationships for Teens: 5 Questions for Parents
During the summer, teens spend a lot more time with their friends than during the school year. It’s possible that your teen may enter...
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,...
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...
The Next Stage for Teens: Lessons on “Finding Happy” with Peter Samuelson
Peter Samuelson has had an eventful life. The “Revenge of the Nerds” producer has worked in the film industry since the 1970s and has...
Helping Your Child Make Friends
While some kids hit the ground running when it comes to making friends, other children might need a helping hand. But what can you...
New Maryland Public Television Center Addresses Media Literacy for Teens and Tweens
Maryland Public Television (MPT) opened its new Maryland Center for Media Literacy & Education in late 2024, a major expansion of the existing MPT...
Parents Can Help Support Kids’ Mental Health Throughout the School Year
With the excitement and first-day jitters of a new school year now in our rearview mirror, it is important to recognize that your child’s...
Ways to Distract Your Kids from Instagram, TikTok
Chances are, you’ve been inundated with study upon study that social media is no good for your teen. But what’s next?
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt...
Supporting Your Middle Child
“Middle child syndrome” is a common phrase used to describe how middle children may feel left out or frequently compared to their siblings. In...
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...
