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Fall Into Flavor: 4 Slow Cooker Recipes for Crocktober

As the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler, family schedules seem to get busier. Between school, activities, work

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How Much Tech Is Too Much? Parents Are Figuring It Out Together 

Daniela, a mother in Morrisville, N.C., often finds herself thinking about how her high school freshman uses technology. Every parent

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How to Manage School and Family Calendars Without Losing Your Mind

Between school picture day, soccer practice, dentist appointments, PTA meetings, birthday parties and that project your child suddenly remembers is

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Books for Kids and Teens to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Each year, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Hispanic Heritage Month offers families an opportunity to celebrate the histories, cultures

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10 Tips to Help Teens Find Scholarships to Pay for College

College comes with plenty of exciting possibilities—and a price tag that can make any parent take a very deep breath.

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Short on Time? 5 Simple Ways to Find Time to Volunteer at Your Child’s School

From classroom activities to field trips, school events, fundraisers and teacher appreciation, the school year is packed with opportunities to

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Four Tips to Support Student Success This School Year

Parents and caregivers play an important role in their children’s education. Research suggests that some of the most effective forms

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Beyond ‘Fine’: 30 Questions to Get Your Kids Talking About Their Day at School

The first month of school is full of new experiences—new teachers, new routines and new classmates. As parents, we want

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Back-to-School Made Easier: 10 Tips to Help Kids Start the School Year Strong

The countdown to the first day of school has begun! While kids may be squeezing every last drop out of

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10 Water Safety Tips for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Summer Water Safety

Whether your family is spending the day at the pool, beach, lake or water park, water safety for kids should

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