Preschool Issues

What your doctor, babysitter, preschool teacher, and all the other pros in your life really wish you knew -- but wouldn't dare say to your face!

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

To a toddler, hitting and biting are ways to communicate. Here's how to teach him better ways to express himself.

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.

When it comes to dealing with bad behavior, everyone screws up. We'll help you do it right.

The 7 most common fears children have -- and how to overcome them.

If your child has trouble paying attention or sitting still, you may wonder if he has ADHD. Experts from the Child Mind Institute share the latest info about the real symptoms and best treatments.

Learn why so many children are nervous about going to school -- and what you can do to help.

We cut to the chase and tell you what you really need to know to have a well-behaved kid.

How do you judge individual schools? The answer has less to do with a school's philosophy than with what's actually going on in the classroom. Here are some specific questions that parents should ask at any type of preschool.

Going to preschool is a big rite of passage. Here, tips to make it go smoothly.

Don't start the year off by breaking school rules. Check with the teacher to see whether your child can take these items to class.

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 toddler is 3 and ready for more independence. Take a look at what this exciting year will bring and how to prepare for what's next.

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

Why are more and more parents bailing out of the public schools and signing on to teach their own children? The answer may surprise you.

Two-year-olds act out their emotions in some pretty bizarre ways. Let us help you crack the toddler behavior code.

Study up on how to find the right program for your child.

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

Want a child who really, truly cares about others? Follow this advice on raising compassionate children from experts and parents.

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

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

From preventing my tired kid from napping to not making him share, I'm guilty as charged. Luckily, you don't need to be perfect in order to raise a great child.

The smart parent's guide to coping with your kid's fits.

It's not too soon to start setting limits and encouraging good behavior from your kid. We'll show you how.