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To Discipline Kids in Blended Families, Turn Mistakes into Stepping Stones

Blended families may include children who act out at school and at home as they transition to new family dynamics. Here are some common-sense tips to help discipline kids in blended families.

Family Ideas for Getting Kids Kindergarten Ready

Kindergarten is a big step for both parents and children. Here's a list of 10 family ideas and suggestions to help children make a successful transition from home or preschool to kindergarten.

Websites Often Cause Confusion and Stress in Children

It's important to look at children behaviors online. Studies show complex Web sites cause stress in children who can't navigate them.

Parents' Issues: Be Your Grandchild's Gentle Teacher

Grandparents who play an active role in the lives of their grandchildren must respect parents' issues such as authority and boundaries. They must also reconsider what it means to discipline.

Education Gender Issues: Do Boys and Girls Really Learn Differently?

Is it true? Do boys and girls learn in different ways? Scientists have been looking at gender behavior in the classroom, including the development of both boys' and girls' brains - fascinating!

Family Ideas for Manageable Mornings

Some days, it seems like a race against time to get everyone out the door with their stuff and your sanity intact. These family ideas for manageable mornings can help.

Steppingstones to Shakespeare

Bedtime stories are a wonderful way to share time with your child and show her the wonderful places books can take her. Raynette Eitel's poem sees this discovery through a mother's eyes as she recalls reading to her daughter.

Family Ideas for Lifelong Learning

Parent involvement in education extends beyond the classroom, helping children discover activities after school that help them learn and grow. Here are things to consider.

Research Round-up: Gender Talk

When it comes to education, gender issues are intensely researched. Some recent findings shed light on how to get boys to read and girls to take more math and science.

Your Answers: Why Won't My Baby Sleep?

Having trouble getting your baby to sleep? Read on for techniques and tips to help you develop a routine that will help your baby fall asleep.

Your Answers: How to Teach Patience

Patience is not a child's strongest suit. Find out how to teach kids not to interrupt rudely while showing them you understand they need help.

Virtual Field Trip Ideas: Around the World on a Flying Carpet

Can't afford a trip to your favorite exotic destination, but want to visit anyway? Here's the best way to travel - by imagination! Try these virtual field trip ideas.

Family Ideas for Making a Long-distance Move

Moving causes parent stress, but it also is a big source of stress in children. Here are six tips for a smoother transition.

Teaching Character: Encourage Patriotism in Your Kids

It's never too early to teach patriotism, especially when you can work the lessons into your everyday family home activities. Appreciating freedom helps with teaching character. Try these family ideas to reinforce values.

Achieving Your Dreams of Carefree Roadtrips

From stocking up on popular children's books to inventing fun family activities, here are tried-and-true roadtrip ideas for keeping your kids too entertained to ask, “Are we there yet?”

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