Social Development
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Social Development
It's important for parents to ask good questions to kids about school to learn about their day and start real conversations. Here are some interesting conversation-starters for kids you can try!
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Social Development
Why do kids talk to themselves and is it normal? Kids talking to themselves or imaginary friends is part of their social development.
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KidsSocial Development
What can you do if your kid is a bully? How to stop bullying and teach kids empathy. Tips for parents to stop bullying behavior in children and when to intervene.
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KidsSocial Development
Should cell phones be allowed in school? A Pew Research Center study found that 65 percent of cell-owning teens bring their phones to school despite any bans that may be in place. Most schools now allow students to have cell phones but require them to be turned off during class because they can be disruptive and distracting. Read on for the pros and cons of allowing cell phones in school to help make the right decision for your child.
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Help children develop their social skills with our quirky list of age-appropriate "get to know you" questions for kids Get the conversation started! Download our free printable version and use it on long car journeys, while traveling to after-school activities, or at the dinner table!
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You've made the decision to give your kids your old cell phone. Make it even more impressive by letting them create their own phone case to go with their inherited phone. Plus, learn more about how to bring your old device to your carrier to be added to your plan.
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Not ready to expose your kids to the world of smartphones? Giving your child access to the internet and social media at all times can be nerve-racking. That's why so many parents are choosing to keep things old school and give their kids a flip phone instead. Here are the pros and cons of giving your child a flip phone vs. a smartphone.
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A family therapist signs of toxic friendships in kids and what to do if your child has toxic friends.
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Dealing with Conflict at Sporting Events
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KidsSocial Development
Learning to respect and appreciate differing parenting styles will help avoid conflicts with other parents. Use these tips and tricks to help navigate this tricky topic!
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This article is full of tips on teaching your children how to compromise and negotiate.
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KidsSocial Development
Recent concerns over cell phone use have people worrying that their mobile phones may cause cancer. This article seeks to find credibility to that information and find out what current research says about this issue.
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KidsSocial Development
Find information on cliques at school, how they affect your child, and what you can do to help if your child is being targeted by a group of kids.
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KidsSocial Development
Boys crave acceptance and friendship, just as girls do. Find out how boys differ from girls in meeting these needs.
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KidsSocial Development
Friends will prove to have a strong influence on your daughter's life. Make a point of learning about your daughter's friends, and encourage her in the right directions.
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