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Charter SchoolsIs a Charter School Right for Your Child?Is a Charter School Right for Your Child? As of 2010, more than 5,000 charter schools have popped up in communities across the U.S. They are becoming a popular option for parents seeking an alternative to traditional public schools without the pr...
Parent-Teacher ConferencesEssential Rules of Parenting: Dealing with Your Child's SchoolFrom when they're 4 or 5, right through until they're 16 or 18, there are certain basic Rules that will get you, and them, through their school career more happily. (Excerpted from "The Rules of Parenting" by Richard Templar) ...
Kids and Cell PhonesCell Phones at School: Should They Be Allowed?Should cell phones be allowed in school? A 2010 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 requi...- Hobbies and InterestsGirl Scouts QuizHow much do you know about the Girl Scouts? Test your knowledge with this quiz! ...
- Hobbies and InterestsGirl Scout Cookie QuizHow much do you know about these sweet treats? Take this quiz and find out. ...
- Hobbies and InterestsBoy Scouts QuizTest your boy scout knowledge with this quiz. ...
Earning MoneyOnline Trading for KidsOnline Trading for Kids Kids with an interest in computers and computer games probably read PC, Wired, EM2, and similar magazines. They see people in their 20s who were formerly called geeks but now are creating the fastest-growing Internet comp...
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After-School ActivitiesThe Importance of After-School ProgramsThe Importance of After-School Programs Do you know what your child is doing when the school bell rings at the end of the day? More than 14 million students leave school every afternoon and have nowhere to go, since they do not have access to aff...- Hobbies and InterestsWhat Will Your Child Be When He Grows Up?Fashion designer or investment banker? Novelist or defense attorney? It can be fun to think about what your child will be when she grows up. Take this quiz to see if she's already showing signs of her future successes! ...
Parent/Child RelationshipsHow Involved Are You with Your Kids?Do you know your child's interests? Are you a hands-on parent? Take this quiz to determine how involved you are with your kids. ...
Parenting Tools PrintablesAfter-School Routine ChecklistAfter School Routine Checklist ...
Word Searches PrintablesSee You LaterLook through this word search to find the word for "good-bye" in different languages of the world. ...- Hobbies and InterestsActivities That Foster Your Child's Willingness to LearnActivities That Foster Your Child's Willingness to Learn You as the parent engage in many of the activities that foster willingness to learn. Continue to encourage and support your child with her schoolwork. Point out and enjoy life experience...
- Hobbies and InterestsSupport Your Child's InterestsSupport Your Child's Interests Essential Notice your child's interest by paying attention to what makes her smile and laugh. What does she like to do with her peers? Are there activities she could try with a friend? Sign up for mailing lists tha...
- Year-Round SchoolingYear-Round SchoolThe pros and cons of year-round school are dealt with in this article. ...
Book FinderBook FinderFind our top picks for the best books of the year!- Overscheduled KidsTween BurnoutTween Burnout Scouting, dance lessons, karate classes, chess clubs, soccer teams, swim meets—the list of extracurricular activities tweens may be involved in is endless. Too many structured activities can deprive tweens of the time they need t...
