Kindergarten

... 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...

Today's classrooms are geared toward girls, and it's easy for boys to get discouraged at an early age.

Find out what skills you can expect your child to master at 2, 3, and 4 years old.

Before your child starts preschool or kindergarten, be sure he's schooled in these basics.

We consulted shower-planning gurus (and got creative) to find the best games and activities that will wow your guests.

A child costs the average family more than $15,000 per year. Before you freak, read these simple ways to slash your expenses.

Send your child to the head of the class with these A+ book bags and lunch supplies.

Banish first-day jitters for your child and for yourself!

... 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...

Helping your child master these simple rules of etiquette will get him noticed -- for all the right reasons.

It's ironic, but the brightest kids often have the toughest time in school. If you have a gifted child, you'll need to work the system to help him succeed.

Raise a book lover with our quick tips and book recommendations for reading with preschoolers.

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.

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.

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.

Teachers in the know say these areas commonly give kids the jitters. Try our soothing tips.

Packed with family-friendly experiments and plenty of stuff to touch, these winners cater to the younger crowd.

Expert advice for soothing your child's biggest worries about the upcoming year.

Stop your kid's seemingly endless requests and ungrateful attitude with our expert plan.

Parents Flash Cards are free iPhone, iPad, and Android apps. Teach your child colors and shapes!

Your child is at the beginning of a long-term relationship with studying -- and you're involved in it too. If you look at this as a process, one where you'll be introducing positive habits, you'll soon be on the path to more productive, peaceful, and pleasant (really!) homework sessions

Surround your children with love, happiness, and encouragement so they have the confidence to reach goals.

What are parents and teachers doing to stop kids' imaginations in their tracks? These experts, A-list actors, and modern parents reveal the top creativity-stoppers.

School is very important, but it's not the only setting where your children can learn. Read our seven suggestions for firing up your children's minds to learn beyond the school walls.

There are probably a few things your child would like to be able to accomplish but can't yet -- and that can be frustrating. Here, how to help your child overcome common stumbling blocks so she can master skills like learning to tie shoes, read, swim, and play soccer.