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Kindergarten Prep
... rising is still a few months away, but if your kid is kindergarten-bound, it's normal to be worrying... at the start of kindergarten, your child should be able to recognize uppercase letters, rhyme, and describe a... that will be necessary for success in kindergarten -- such as taking turns, sharing, and following directions. "These...
The Best Educational Apps for Kids
Your child's education doesn't have to stop after school. These games made for your iPhone and iPad will keep your youngster's mind active outside the classroom.
Should Your Child Repeat Kindergarten?
... the benefits. When my son Sammy started kindergarten, I looked forward to our first parent-teacher conference... kindergarten, I wondered, because he didn't care about arts and crafts? Was he uninterested or just bored... ultimately advised? Like many parents, I hadn't realized that success in kindergarten depends on many factors...
The 20 Best Snacks for Kids
Toss out the junk food and start making snack time fun again! Check out these 20 kid-friendly ingredients that make great snacks, plus an easy recipe for each one.
Height Prediction Quiz
If your child is four years or older, our height prediction quiz will give you a sneak peek at how tall your kid may be.
8 Weird Stages of Baby's Development
Babyhood is full of Flip-worthy moments, like your child's first gummy smile, first spoonful of rice cereal, and first time rolling over. However, in between those adorable milestones are plenty of maddening ones, like the 3 a.m. wake-ups, the tears when you hand him to someone else, and the cascade of objects he hurls from his high chair. Learn what's behind eight common first-year stages -- and smart tricks to help your child get over them faster.
Have a Happy Napper
Follow our seven rules and your child will be sleeping during the day like a champ.
Why Preschool Matters
Childhood experts agree: Attending a high-quality program prepares kids for kindergarten and beyond. But finding the best option for your child takes time and research. To get you started, we've answered your biggest questions.
Nap Time
We've uncovered the secrets that will help your child sleep longer (and better) during the day.
PANDAS: A Scary and Controversial Disorder
Could a sudden, severe change in a child's behavior be brought on by something as common as strep throat? Many experts -- and distraught parents -- say yes. We dig deeper to find out what's going on, and which children are at risk.
Social Security: Help Kindergarten Kids Make Friends
...The summer before my son Patrick started kindergarten, I was obsessed with teaching him how..., kindergarten was a social shock. "Moms play matchmaker or nurture new friendships through playdates when...'s Hospital, in Ohio. "But in kindergarten, it's up to your child to find his own pals." Help your child...
Your Complete Guide to Playdates
Kids like to hang out with their pals. Parents need a break. Hello, playdates! If things go well, they can be a blast for everyone. They're also one of the key ways your child learns how to get along with others. For both hosts and guests, get your protocol down pat.
7 Unsung Milestones of Motherhood
Putting the potty away and seeing your child feed himself are just a few key moments that should be celebrated as parenting milestones.
