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Immunizations and Vaccines
RotaTeq Vaccine Prevents Diarrhea in ChildrenThe RotaTeq vaccine is recommended as part of routine childhood immunization in the U.S.Toilet Training
Trouble Potty Training a Three-Year-OldThere are no hard and fast guidelines for when a child should be toilet trained. In general, parents provide the encouragement and guidance, but when a healthy child is ready, he will do it eventually.Concerns About Homeschooling
Questions About Time Spent and Tests Given in HomeschoolingEvery family approaches homeschooling differently. For parents who wish to have their children tested, standardized tests are available throughout the year, depending on the grade and type of test.6th Grade Homework
Sixth-Grade HomeworkHomework can increase dramatically in sixth grade. Here's what you should do.Dealing With Divorce
First Christmas After DivorceA newly divorced mother asks what she can do to make the first holiday after the divorce as pleasant as possible.Growth and Physical Development
Has Teen Stopped Growing?Find out what's involved in determining whether a child has reached his full height.Signs and Symptoms of ADHD
Son Is Resisting His ADHD MedicationIt's sometimes necessary to give a child more complete information about ADHD and why medication is necessary for him.Helping With Homework
Homework Hassles!Our expert suggests how to keep a child on-task with his homework.Gifted Education
Gifted and BoredOur expert offers a number of suggestions to a gifted high-schooler who complains of boredom.ADHD Treatments
ADHD and DietLearn whether children with ADHD should avoid certain foods or be on a special diet.Homeschool Reading and Writing Toolkit
Teaching HandwritingAdvice from a homeschooling expert on teaching handwriting.Homeschooling Support
Early Signs of DyslexiaAdvice from a homeschooling expert on early signs of dyslexia.
Homeschool Reading and Writing Toolkit
When a Child Isn't Ready to Read
Advice from a homeschooling expert for a parent whose eight-year-old is having a hard time with reading.
Homeschool Reading and Writing Toolkit
When a Child Has No Interest in ReadingAdvice from a homeschooling expert for a parent who is concerned about her son's lack of interest in reading.
Homeschool Reading and Writing Toolkit
Reading on Grade LevelAdvice from a homeschooling expert on determining at what grade level a homeschooled child is reading.
Homeschool Reading and Writing Toolkit
Teaching an Early ReaderAdvice from a homeschooling expert on teaching a six-year-old to read.
